Basura bajo control: ¿por qué el propietario debe proporcionar contenedores adecuados en su vivienda de alquiler?
At Friedman & Chapman, we understand that cleanliness and proper waste management are fundamental to living in a healthy home. This is not only about aesthetics or convenience: the lack of appropriate receptacles for garbage and rubbish can directly affect your health and safety as a tenant in California. Your Rights as a Tenant under […]
¿Problemas en su hogar rentado? Así debe reportar las inconformidades a su arrendador
At Friedman & Chapman, we know that living in a safe, functional, and healthy home is not only a basic right but also a legal obligation that every landlord in California must uphold. However, when problems arise in your rental unit—whether it be pests, electrical issues, leaks, mold, or the lack of essential repairs—it is […]
¿Su arrendador cumple? Lo que debe saber sobre detectores de humo y monóxido de carbono en su hogar
When it comes to the safety of your home, few tools are as vital as smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. These devices can make the difference between life and death in an emergency. In California, landlords are legally required to provide and maintain these detectors in all rental units. Yet, many tenants are unaware […]
¿Cucarachas en su hogar? Descubra las enfermedades que podrían poner en riesgo su salud
Living with cockroaches in your apartment or house is not just an unpleasant problem; it is a serious risk to your health and your family’s well-being. These nocturnal insects are known for spreading quickly and surviving in almost any environment. However, the greatest concern is that cockroaches carry bacteria, viruses, and allergens that can trigger […]
¡Chinches en su apartamento! ¿Quién paga por la exterminación?
Discovering bed bugs in your home can be a distressing experience. These nocturnal insects feed on human blood, cause painful bites, emotional stress, and can quickly spread throughout your residence. If you are a tenant in California and facing a bed bug infestation, it’s natural to wonder: who is responsible for covering the extermination costs? […]
¿Cómo protegerse de las chinches en su departamento?
In California, tenants have clear legal rights that guarantee their right to live in a safe, healthy home free of pests, including bed bugs (Cimex lectularius). These infestations are not just a minor annoyance; they represent a public health problem that can cause: • Painful bites that cause skin irritation. • Severe allergic reactions in […]
¿Vive con ratas en su hogar rentado? Conozca sus derechos como inquilino en California
At Friedman & Chapman, we understand that living with rats in your rental home is not only unpleasant, but also a serious risk to your health and safety. Rats can transmit dangerous diseases such as leptospirosis, hantavirus, and salmonella, and can even affect young children or people with weakened immune systems. In addition, they can […]
Fallas eléctricas en su hogar: ¿negligencia o incumplimiento legal?
Electrical faults within a rental property may seem like isolated or minor incidents, but in many cases, they represent clear signs of dangerous, even illegal, conditions that directly affect your fundamental right to a safe and habitable environment. In California, the Civil Code establishes clear standards for what constitutes a habitable dwelling, including specific requirements […]
¿Lo pueden desalojar por quejas de cucarachas?
In California, tenants have a number of fundamental legal protections under the Habitability Act, designed to ensure minimum decent and safe living conditions in any rental property. These conditions include the landlord’s obligation to keep the home free of pests, including cockroaches, rats, fleas, and other infestations that endanger the occupant’s health. However, many tenants […]
¿Sus grifos están oxidados o gotean sin parar? ¡Su vivienda podría estar violando la ley!
If you live in California and have noticed that your faucets are rusty or leak continuously, your home may not meet the habitability standards established by state law. According to Section 1941.1 of the California Civil Code, a rental property must have plumbing facilities in good working order, providing both hot and cold running water. […]