Eviction And Interrogatory Assistance

Summary

In california, landlords must provide habitable housing and maintain certain standards. If your residence is uninhabitable, you may have a defense against eviction. Consult a legal professional for personalized advice.

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I am legally blind, being evicted for rent that i tried to pay i paid * and owe *. i attempted to pay multiple times but the landlord refused and then filed eviction. Mi am terrified and i need to answer an interrogatory request sent by the landlord and dont know how She has until today to turn it in. she paid the majority of her rent, she was * short and the landlord is being horrible, the conditions are uninhabitable and my blind aunt doesnt know how to tell the courts she is blind and cannot fill out the interrogatory.
What state are you currently residing in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding your rights and the eviction process.
ca
What is the exact location of your residence in California? This will help me provide you with the nearest court's contact details.
yucca valley
What is the condition of the property that makes it uninhabitable?

General Information:
- In California, landlords must provide habitable housing under implied warranty of habitability.
- San Bernardino County Superior Court, Joshua Tree District is nearest to you. Contact: (*) *-*.
roaches, live wires, uneven flooring
In California, landlords are required to maintain rental properties to certain standards. If these conditions are not met, you may have a defense against eviction.

- Landlords must provide pest control.
- Electrical hazards are unacceptable.
- Flooring must be safe and even.
i need help with the interrogatory
What specific questions are included in the interrogatory that you need help with?
how do i answer the questions if i dont understand them
Could you please specify which questions in the interrogatory you are having difficulty understanding?
*.*
Can you please clarify what "*.*" refers to in the interrogatory?
it asks if the rent has been raised and asks for proof
What proof do you have that the rent was raised? In California, landlords must provide written notice of rent increases.
i dont have any proof
What was the method of communication when your landlord informed you about the rent increase?
verbal
In California, verbal rent increase notices are not valid. They must be in writing. Do you have any written communication about the rent increase?
no
In California, rent increase notices must be in writing. If you don't have a written notice, it may not be legally valid.
so what do i put for an answer to the question on interragotory
You can state that the rent increase was communicated verbally, which is not legally valid in California. Always consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
what does certificate of occupancy mean
A Certificate of Occupancy is a document issued by a local government agency or building department certifying a building's compliance with applicable building codes and other laws, and indicating it to be in a condition suitable for occupancy.
so when it asks if there was a period of time where there was no permit or certificate of occupancy what does that mean
It means if there was a time when the property was occupied without the necessary legal permissions or certifications, such as a building permit or certificate of occupancy.
what if i dont know
If you're unsure about the property's permit or certificate of occupancy status, you can state that in your response. Always consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.