California Tenant Defense Blog
Eviction defenses. Rent control. Habitability rights. Know the law.
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What Happens After You Win an Unlawful Detainer Case
Winning an unlawful detainer case — whether by having the case dismissed, the landlord voluntarily dismissing, or winning at trial — has specific consequences that tenants should understand. The legal battle may be over, but the relationship with the landlord continues. After the Win A dismissal or judgment for the tenant means: you remain in…
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How the Unlawful Detainer Trial Works
Most tenants who file a timely answer to an unlawful detainer eventually face a trial. Understanding how the trial works — what to expect, how to prepare, and how to present — reduces anxiety and improves outcomes. The Trial Format Unlawful detainer trials are bench trials (no jury) heard by a judge. They are typically…
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Rent Increase Limits by City: A California Reference Guide
California tenants: Rent Increase Limits by City: A California Reference Guide. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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Fighting a No-Fault Eviction: Owner Move-In and Substantial Remodel
California tenants: Fighting a No-Fault Eviction: Owner Move-In and Substantial Remodel. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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The California Tenant Defense System: What’s Inside
California tenants: The California Tenant Defense System: What’s Inside. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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What Every Tenant Needs to Know About California’s COVID-19 Eviction History
California tenants: What Every Tenant Needs to Know About California’s COVID-19 Eviction History. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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How California’s Rent Subsidy Programs Interact With Tenant Rights
California tenants: How California’s Rent Subsidy Programs Interact With Tenant Rights. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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The California Tenant’s Guide to Moving Out With Your Deposit Intact
California tenants: The California Tenant’s Guide to Moving Out With Your Deposit Intact. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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How Rent Strikes Work and When They’re Appropriate
California tenants: How Rent Strikes Work and When They’re Appropriate. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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Bed Bugs in Your Rental: Legal Rights and Landlord Obligations
California tenants: Bed Bugs in Your Rental: Legal Rights and Landlord Obligations. Know your rights, fight illegal evictions, and enforce habitability protections under California law. Free evaluation available.
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