Summary
California provides specific protections for subtenants facing eviction, such as proper notice and just cause requirements. Disabled tenants can request reasonable accommodations. If youre in San Jose, consider contacting the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley for legal aid. Additionally, organizations like Sacred Heart Community Service and Santa Clara County Housing Authority offer housing assistance. Keep documentation of payments and communicate with management about your situation.Full Conversation
What is California’s residency protections for people on a sublease facing possible eviction
Hi Robert, I can provide some general information about California's protections for subtenants facing eviction:
- **Notice Requirements:** Subtenants must receive proper notice before eviction, typically * or 60 days.
- **Just Cause:** Evictions must have a valid reason under state law.
- **Retaliation:** Landlords cannot evict in retaliation for exercising legal rights.
Are you currently facing an eviction notice, and do you know if the primary tenant is also being evicted?
The primary tenant has not been paying management even though I have paid him. I’m also a legally disabled 62 year old
Hello Robert,
Thank you for providing more details. In California, you have certain protections due to your disability and age, which may qualify you for additional protections.
- **Notice Requirements:** Subtenants must receive proper notice before eviction, typically * or 60 days.
- **Just Cause:** Evictions must have a valid reason under state law.
- **Retaliation:** Landlords cannot evict in retaliation for exercising legal rights.
- **Reasonable Accommodation:** Disabled tenants can request reasonable accommodations from landlords.
Are you currently facing an eviction notice?
Not yet
Hi Robert,
It's good to know you are not facing an eviction notice yet. Given your situation and legal protections, you might want to consider the following:
- **Documentation:** Keep records of your payments to the primary tenant.
- **Communication:** Inform the management about your situation and your disability.
- **Legal Advice:** Consider contacting a local tenant rights organization for specific guidance.
Is there any specific aspect you need more information on?
I’d like information for pro bono legal aid
Hi Robert,
For pro bono legal aid in California, you can consider the following options:
- **Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA):**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.lafla.org
- **Bay Area Legal Aid:**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.baylegal.org
- **California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA):**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.crla.org
Would you like more details on any of these organizations?
Is there one for San Jose
Hi Robert,
For pro bono legal aid in San Jose, you can contact:
Law Foundation of Silicon Valley
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lawfoundation.org
Would you like more details on their services? Yes please
Hi Robert,
The **Law Foundation of Silicon Valley** offers a range of services, including housing assistance, legal help for individuals with disabilities, and tenant rights advice. They can assist you with eviction issues and provide guidance on your rights.
Contact Information:
- **Phone:** (*) *-*
- **Website:** [www.lawfoundation.org](http://www.lawfoundation.org)
Would you like assistance with any other legal matter?
Would you know of housing assistance organizations
Hi Robert,
For housing assistance organizations in San Jose, you might consider the following:
- **Sacred Heart Community Service**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.sacredheartcs.org
- **Santa Clara County Housing Authority**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.scchousingauthority.org
Would you like more details on any of these organizations?
Yes please
Hi Robert,
Here are more details on the housing assistance organizations:
~Sacred Heart Community Service
- **Phone:** (*) *-*
- **Website:** [www.sacredheartcs.org](http://www.sacredheartcs.org)
~Santa Clara County Housing Authority
- **Phone:** (*) *-*
- **Website:** [www.scchousingauthority.org](http://www.scchousingauthority.org)
Would you need further assistance with any other matter?
No that’s all. Thank you
You're welcome, Robert. If you have any more questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care and good luck with your situation!
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