Unlawful Detainer Counterclaim Guide

Summary

The user is facing an unlawful detainer filed by their landlord in California. They wish to file a counterclaim for issues such as an illegal unit, safety violations, and mail tampering. The user was advised to gather evidence to support their claims, including medical records, text messages, photos, and screenshots from a mail tracking app. They were also informed about the implied warranty of habitability, the federal offense of mail tampering, and the possibility of reporting safety violations to the local housing authority. The user was advised to consult with a legal professional to ensure proper procedure when filing a counterclaim.

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My landlord filed an unlawful detainer against me. And i need to file my response today. I get the asqer form but what do i do if i want to sue him for other things?
What other issues do you want to sue your landlord for?

General Information:
- In California, you can file a counterclaim with your response.
- Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles: * N Hill St, Los Angeles, CA *, (*) *-*.
For starters its an illegal unit and it has other safety issues that hebshould get to bully mr away from.
What evidence do you have to prove the unit is illegal and there are safety issues? In California, you can report safety violations to the local housing authority.
Well there is a * gallon propane tank that is less than * ft from my window that had a leak for quite awhile. I used to get horrible headaches and dizzy spells when i was home. I used to tell him all the time i had headaches and i almost lost my job...he finally did something about it and had the leak fixed which he texted me when it was complete.
Do you have any medical records or other evidence to support your health claims related to the propane leak?

General Information:
- In California, landlords are required to provide habitable housing under implied warranty of habitability.
- California Department of Public Health: (*) *-*.
Nothing specific as most of it was during covid.
What other evidence, such as text messages or photos, do you have that could support your claim about the propane leak and its impact on your health?
I will have to check on that.
Sure, take your time. It's important to gather all relevant evidence to support your claim.
He also would withhold my mail from me as all the mail was delivered to his address and he delivered (so to say) it to each of his tenants. He wouldnt check the mail everyday and id get some of my packages already opened. I have an app that tells me what mail is being delivered each day.
Do you have any evidence, such as screenshots from your mail tracking app or photos of opened packages, to support your claim about the mail issue?

General Information:
- In California, tampering with mail is a federal offense.
- United States Postal Inspection Service: *-*-*-*.
I didnt think taking photos would prove anything
Do you have any text messages or emails where you discussed the mail issue with your landlord?

General Information:
- In California, written communication can serve as evidence in court.
I will have to check on that as well.
Sure, take your time. It's important to gather all relevant evidence to support your claim.
I have to turn in my answer forms today. Am i able to file a counterclaim after the fact?
In California, you can file a counterclaim with your response. However, it's best to consult with a legal professional to ensure proper procedure.