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Landlord Harassment Legal Options
Summary
In California, tenants have strong protections against harassment and illegal eviction. If a landlord engages in sexual or physical harassment, tenants can pursue both criminal and civil actions. Californias Tenant Protection Act offers remedies for illegal eviction, and tenants may seek compensation for property damage. For mail issues with a private mailbox provider, filing a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs and consulting a consumer protection attorney are advisable. Legal aid organizations and pro bono services can provide further assistance. Documenting all incidents and seeking local legal resources are crucial steps.Full Conversation
Melissa
Hi Melissa! How can I assist you with your legal issue today? Could you please provide me with some details about your situation?
ok so i am in desperate need of a lawyer but I don't have any money! My ex landlord sexually harassed me, physically harassed me, put me in such a depression on top of dealing with the death of my father, i wasn't allowed to get mail because he got government assistance and didn't want them to know he had renters, wouldn't provide me with a trash can disconnected my power so i stopped paying him rent. He tried to evict me so i took it to trial and he lost in court, but he didn't listen to the judge. two days after our trial he put a 3 day and a 60 day notice on my door stapled together, lied marking he handed them to me personally, and waited * weeks before he went into my home and put all of my stuff outside, peed in it, and packed it inside so i know it couldn't have been an animal ruined irreplaceable items from my daddy, and locked me out of my home. it is not fair that he gets to do this. i had to call the police for a civil standby just to get all of my ruined and peed on stuff
Melissa, I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. You may have grounds for both civil and criminal actions against your ex-landlord.
- Sexual and physical harassment
- Illegal eviction
- Property damage
Are you currently located in the United States? If so, which state? This will help me provide more specific legal information.
- Sexual and physical harassment
- Illegal eviction
- Property damage
Are you currently located in the United States? If so, which state? This will help me provide more specific legal information.
California
Melissa, your situation is quite serious and could involve multiple legal claims. Here are some key points for potential legal actions:
- Sexual and Physical Harassment: These are serious allegations that can be pursued both criminally and civilly.
- Illegal Eviction: California has strict tenant protection laws under the California Tenant Protection Act.
- Property Damage: You may be entitled to compensation for your damaged property.
I recommend contacting legal aid organizations in California for assistance. Would you like more information on legal aid resources in your area?
- Sexual and Physical Harassment: These are serious allegations that can be pursued both criminally and civilly.
- Illegal Eviction: California has strict tenant protection laws under the California Tenant Protection Act.
- Property Damage: You may be entitled to compensation for your damaged property.
I recommend contacting legal aid organizations in California for assistance. Would you like more information on legal aid resources in your area?
No I need a lawyer
Melissa, it sounds like you have a strong case and definitely need legal representation. Given the severity of your situation, I recommend contacting the following legal aid organization for immediate assistance:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lafla.org
Would you like more information on other resources or have any additional questions?
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lafla.org
Would you like more information on other resources or have any additional questions?
Legal aid is full and I'm in yolo county
Melissa, it looks like you have a strong case involving multiple legal violations. Since legal aid is full, you may want to contact the Yolo County Bar Association for referrals to pro bono or low-cost attorneys.
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.yolobar.com
Is there anything else you would like to know or further assistance?
Yolo County Bar Association
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.yolobar.com
Is there anything else you would like to know or further assistance?
Ya so when all of this was happening my daddy died and at the time he was my employer as well so I went from making money to literally $* over night plus the family ran off everything but anyways so I had been homeless before this place and got a PO box that came up as a # instead so i got all mail unlike normal po boxes so anyways I had it for over four years. Well my bill was due so I paid it. Week later I tried to go pick up mail they said I owed and couldn't get my mail. My phone was dead and didn't have a charger so I couldn't pull up my receipt until i got home. But I had money in the mail from the gov that they wouldn't let me get which I told them I was going to pay for future months with that money. So a couple months go by and I had gotten invoices because at the time I refused to pay again plus I was stuck at home no gas no nothing because I couldn't get the money out of my mail box I needed. Anyways long story short I really need my mail at this point so I pay the most recent invoice which was sent a week or so prior paid and they took the payment but then they refunded it and said that they closed my mail box already they still said I hadn't paid that December so I sent them the invoices and copies of everything proving I did pay. They email me back with an attachment I was unable to open. Like I said my phone was broken saying that they finally saw I was right and that they would forward my mail to my new address
Melissa, it sounds like you have a strong case for multiple legal issues. For the PO box situation, you may consider the following steps:
- File a complaint with the United States Postal Service (USPS) for mishandling your mail and payment issues.
- Consider contacting a consumer protection attorney for further assistance.
Would you like assistance with finding consumer protection resources in California?
- File a complaint with the United States Postal Service (USPS) for mishandling your mail and payment issues.
- Consider contacting a consumer protection attorney for further assistance.
Would you like assistance with finding consumer protection resources in California?
Ya
Melissa, here are some consumer protection resources in California to assist you further:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.dca.ca.gov
Would you like assistance with any other legal issues or additional information about resources available?
California Department of Consumer Affairs
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.dca.ca.gov
Would you like assistance with any other legal issues or additional information about resources available?
More help
Melissa, given the complexity and severity of your issues, you might benefit from comprehensive legal support. Here are specific steps and contacts for your situation:
*. Sexual and Physical Harassment:
- Contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) for discrimination and harassment claims.
*. Illegal Eviction:
- Consider filing a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Tenant Protection Hotline.
*. Property Damage:
- Document the damage and consider small claims court if the value is below $*,*.
*. PO Box Issue:
- File a formal complaint with USPS and consider small claims court for any damages incurred.
Would you like information on any specific area or more contacts for these issues?
*. Sexual and Physical Harassment:
- Contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) for discrimination and harassment claims.
*. Illegal Eviction:
- Consider filing a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Tenant Protection Hotline.
*. Property Damage:
- Document the damage and consider small claims court if the value is below $*,*.
*. PO Box Issue:
- File a formal complaint with USPS and consider small claims court for any damages incurred.
Would you like information on any specific area or more contacts for these issues?
Yes
Melissa, here are the specific resources and steps for each issue:
*. Sexual and Physical Harassment:
- Contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).
*. Illegal Eviction:
- File a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Tenant Protection Hotline.
*. Property Damage:
- Document the damage and consider small claims court if the value is below $*,*.
*. PO Box Issue:
- File a formal complaint with USPS and consider small claims court for any damages incurred.
Would you like further details on any of these steps or additional resources?
*. Sexual and Physical Harassment:
- Contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).
*. Illegal Eviction:
- File a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Tenant Protection Hotline.
*. Property Damage:
- Document the damage and consider small claims court if the value is below $*,*.
*. PO Box Issue:
- File a formal complaint with USPS and consider small claims court for any damages incurred.
Would you like further details on any of these steps or additional resources?
The po box is in Sacramento county and the tenant issue is yolo
Case Rating: *.
Melissa, it seems like you have a very strong case with multiple legal issues. Here are the steps and resources specific to Sacramento and Yolo County:
*. Sexual and Physical Harassment:
- Contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).
*. Illegal Eviction:
- File a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Tenant Protection Hotline.
*. Property Damage:
- Document the damage and consider small claims court if the value is below $*,*.
*. PO Box Issue:
- File a formal complaint with USPS for mishandling your mail and payment issues.
Would you like further assistance or more details on any specific step?
Melissa, it seems like you have a very strong case with multiple legal issues. Here are the steps and resources specific to Sacramento and Yolo County:
*. Sexual and Physical Harassment:
- Contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).
*. Illegal Eviction:
- File a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Tenant Protection Hotline.
*. Property Damage:
- Document the damage and consider small claims court if the value is below $*,*.
*. PO Box Issue:
- File a formal complaint with USPS for mishandling your mail and payment issues.
Would you like further assistance or more details on any specific step?
It's not USPS it's a privately owned business that has a bunch of mailboxes that they rent out
Melissa, since it's a privately owned business, you should consider the following steps:
*. Consumer Protection Complaint:
- File a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs.
*. Legal Action:
- Consult a consumer protection attorney regarding potential legal action against the business.
Would you like assistance in finding a consumer protection attorney in your area?
*. Consumer Protection Complaint:
- File a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs.
*. Legal Action:
- Consult a consumer protection attorney regarding potential legal action against the business.
Would you like assistance in finding a consumer protection attorney in your area?
Ya
Melissa, here are some options to find a consumer protection attorney in your area:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.yolobar.com
Would you like more information on this or any other assistance?
Yolo County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.yolobar.com
Would you like more information on this or any other assistance?
Well I knew all of this already I thought you would actually help HELP me
Melissa, I understand you need more in-depth assistance. Given your complex situation, I recommend reaching out to a local pro bono attorney who can represent you comprehensively.
Here's another resource:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.crla.org
Would you like further guidance on any specific issue or step?
Here's another resource:
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA)
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.crla.org
Would you like further guidance on any specific issue or step?
A lot further guidance that's my point
Melissa, it seems like you definitely need comprehensive legal assistance. Given the complexity of your situation, you might want to consider reaching out to a legal aid or pro bono service that can provide more hands-on help.
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lsnc.net
Would you like more specific advice on any of the issues, such as documentation or next steps?
Legal Services of Northern California (LSNC)
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lsnc.net
Would you like more specific advice on any of the issues, such as documentation or next steps?
Ya
Melissa, it sounds like you have serious legal issues that require immediate attention. For more specific guidance, consider the following actions:
*. Documentation:
- Collect all relevant documents, photos, and records related to your cases.
*. Local Legal Aid:
- Visit Legal Services of Northern California (LSNC) in person for immediate help.
*. Pro Bono Attorney:
- Seek a pro bono attorney through the Yolo County Bar Association.
Would you like more detailed steps on documenting your case or any other specific advice?
*. Documentation:
- Collect all relevant documents, photos, and records related to your cases.
*. Local Legal Aid:
- Visit Legal Services of Northern California (LSNC) in person for immediate help.
*. Pro Bono Attorney:
- Seek a pro bono attorney through the Yolo County Bar Association.
Would you like more detailed steps on documenting your case or any other specific advice?
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