NEW Updates to Eviction Lawsuits (Written by Jonathan Kim) In the nuanced world of Unlawful Detainers, numerous amounts of cases are tried and litigated every day. Although the nature of these cases is straightforward and legally routine, every now and then the Court issues a ruling that sets a new precedent. A tool available to […]

Understanding California’s On-Site Resident Manager Requirement (Written by Jonathan Kim) If an emergency happens within a rental property community, who should be the first to respond: Ownership? First responders? Or perhaps should the tenants be left to figure it out for themselves? For owners of larger apartment communities, the answer is neither surprising nor optional. […]

Bedbugs: A Multi-Million Dollar Problem (Written by Jonathan Kim) A tenant and Landlord’s worst nightmare: bedbugs! These bloodsucking parasites spread easily and are tough to get rid of. While they are not known to spread diseases, bedbugs can inflict painful physical damage and inflict mental anguish if left untreated. When infestations are ignored or mishandled, […]

Why Your Eviction Case Could Fail Over a Few Dollars: Security Deposit Interest Under the RSO (Written by Jonathan Kim) In an ideal world, an eviction against bad tenants should be pretty straightforward, but in the city of Los Angeles, the devil is always in the details. Properties under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (“RSO”) are […]

How Effective Are Mold Tests Anyway? (Written by Jonathan Kim) Moisture accumulating in the Property? Mold! Hot and humid days? Mold! Leaks springing up in the property? Mold! It’s virtually everywhere, but most mold primarily grows around sources of moisture. Once grown, mold is not only visibly evident, but it may also trigger health-related complaints […]