Los Angeles Law Blog
Do landlords have to accommodate emotional support dogs?
Whether it is a retriever trotting beside its owner or a poodle stuffed inside a handbag, dogs seem to be everywhere in the Los Angeles area. However, these pets can be both messy and destructive. If you are a landlord, you may have good reasons for wanting to...
What should you know about commercial real estate zoning?
Before you invest in California commercial real estate, you should carefully check out its zoning restrictions. Why? Because local zoning laws and regulations with regard to the property in which you wish to invest may well determine your ultimate return on...
What do you need to know about investment partnerships?
As a developer, you know that investing in a California investment partnership can prove quite lucrative. But before you invest, you need to make certain that you understand how California law defines and treats these investments. For instance, as FindLaw explains,...
Can a buyer sue for failure to disclose?
Buyers must know everything they can about a property before making a decision to buy. When certain items are not disclosed, or the seller deliberately misrepresents defects in the home, a buyer does have the right to seek assistance in civil court for failure to...
How are marijuana laws impacting commercial real estate?
With the complete legalization of marijuana in California comes an increase in the need for commercial real estate properties. This is not about a need for retail space, though. It is much bigger than this. According to Green Entrepreneur, the need is for warehouse...
What does the Prop. 13 split mean for commercial property owners?
California ranks among the highest in the nation for property taxes. The burden of these taxes is felt largely by commercial property owners in the state. To make their investments worthwhile and bring in the maximum revenue, the owners of commercial properties may...
What are legal mistakes for landlords to avoid?
California landlords must conduct themselves in a specific way to avoid getting into legal trouble. Today, we will take a look at some of the top legal mistakes that landlords should be aware of. This way, they can avoid making them. Many mistakes relate to treating...
What should you know about landlord tenant disputes?
In California, there are laws in place to handle landlord tenant disputes. Understanding these laws can help you if you ever end up facing a dispute of your own. Today we will look at some frequently asked questions about landlord tenant disputes. Many people ask how...
Billing for shared utility costs
While the rental units in a multi-unit residential complex can often look similar, the tenants that occupy them are often very different. Some may like to take long, hot showers, while others may prefer to run their air conditioning units on high nonstop during the...
3 tips for a prevention plan for construction site accidents
Construction sites can be dangerous areas, but when everyone focuses on safety, accidents are easily avoidable. As the business owner, you need to put a prevention plan in place to help stop accidents. With a proper prevention plan, your California construction site...
