Full-Service Tenant Rights Law Firm
At The Brinton Firm, we make justice accessible—especially for Spanish-speaking clients facing language barriers. Our multilingual team offers expert support with no hidden fees or retainers, helping you reclaim your rights with confidence.
Our dedicated tenant lawyers have won millions for renters across California. We fight negligent landlords and empower homeowners with the legal tools and knowledge to secure safe, fair housing.
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Landlord-Tenant Legal Services We Offer
Tenant Rights & Landlord Disputes
Our expert tenant attorneys specialize in California landlord-tenant law, protecting renters from negligent or abusive landlords and securing substantial compensation in a wide range of disputes. Whether you’re asserting your Tenant Rights, facing an Illegal or Wrongful Eviction, dealing with Rent Control Violations, or experiencing Landlord Harassment, our team is here to fight for you.
Personal Injury & Premises Liability
premises liability and personal injury cases involving negligent property management and code violations.
Understanding your rights after a rental-related injury is crucial. Our team helps tenants navigate the legal process and pursue the recovery they deserve.
Wrongful Evictions & Harassment
Retaliatory evictions, landlord threats, and illegal notices are serious violations of Los Angeles tenant protections. Our attorneys help tenants assert their rights under the
Anti-Harassment Law of 2018, and defend against wrongful actions by landlords.
Whether you’re facing an illegal eviction, being harassed for exercising your rights, or dealing with violations of rent control protections, we’re here to protect your home and your dignity.
Rent Control Violations
Facing illegal rent hikes or missing notices? Our attorneys enforce Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) protections. If your landlord violates rent control laws, you may be entitled to compensation.
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Unsafe Living Conditions
Hazards like mold, asbestos, bed bugs, or rodent infestations can impact your health. Our tenant lawyers fight for those living in uninhabitable conditions to ensure compensation, safe housing, and legal remedies. You don’t have to tolerate toxic or unsafe rentals.
Fire, Water, & Structural Damage
From fire damage to burst pipes and unsafe construction, our attorneys handle claims where landlord negligence has caused harm or displacement. We represent tenants in
fire-related injury and property damage cases, as well as flooding and water intrusion claims.
We hold landlords accountable and guide you through legal action and compensation recovery.
Slip, Fall, and Apartment Injuries
Slips, falls, and other injuries caused by landlord neglect require immediate legal action. We represent tenants injured due to
unsafe flooring or slip-and-fall hazards,
burn injuries from hazardous conditions, and
other apartment-related accidents.
Our attorneys help tenants pursue justice and compensation for their suffering.
GET THE COMPENSATION AND SAFETY YOU DESERVE
Our experienced tenant lawyers support California tenants in claiming their rights. With decades of experience, we’ve recovered millions from negligent landlords. We empower homeowners with the knowledge and determination to seek justice!
Why Choose The Brinton Firm
At The Brinton Firm, we provide powerful legal representation for renters across California who are facing wrongful eviction, landlord harassment, or unsafe living conditions. We fight exclusively for tenants — never landlords — and we’re here to stand up for your rights.
- Tenant-Only Representation: We advocate solely for renters, giving you a legal team 100% focused on protecting your rights and housing stability.
- Proven Track Record: We’ve recovered over $10 million for tenants — including major wins in cases of illegal eviction and landlord abuse.
- No Upfront Cost: You pay nothing unless we win. We believe every tenant deserves access to justice, no matter their financial situation.
- Full-Service Legal Support: From your first consultation through trial, we guide you with clarity, compassion, and fierce legal strategy.
If your landlord has crossed the line, you don’t have to face it alone. The Brinton Firm is ready to fight back — and win — on your behalf.
OUR TENANT LAW FIRM GETS RESULTS
$1,000,000
Settlement in a case alleging fraud by a property manager
Settlement for a tenant injured by asbestos in her apartment
For tenants displaced by a fire
For a tenant harmed in a ceiling collapse
For a family forced to live with rats and roaches
For tenants displaced by asbestos
For a tenants with a roach infestation
WHAT CALIFORNIA TENANTS SAY ABOUT US
Frequently Asked Questions About Tenant Rights
What are the steps taken if I have a case?
If you are in a landlord-tenant dispute, it is important to know the steps that need to be taken. The first step is to consult with a tenant lawyer or landlord attorney who can inform you of your legal rights and obligations. Your lawyer will review the facts of your claim and advise you on the best course of action.
The next step may involve filing a complaint in small claims court against the landlord or initiating mediation if an agreement cannot be made outside of court. If both parties agree to use mediation, they must abide by the terms set out by a neutral mediator.
It may also be necessary for both parties to gather evidence such as photographs, inspection records, or other documents through discovery requests from one another. This is a process that can be handled through the tenant lawyer or landlord attorney.
Finally, if the parties cannot come to an agreement through either small claims court or mediation, they may need to proceed with a trial before a judge. A tenant lawyer or landlord attorney will present your case in court and argue why you should prevail over the other party. The judge will make a decision based on evidence and testimony presented during the trial.
Regardless of which route you choose for settling your dispute, it is important to seek advice from a tenant lawyer or landlord attorney who can provide valuable guidance throughout this process.
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What’s the benefit of working with a tenant lawyer?
Working with a tenant lawyer can have many benefits for tenants. A tenant lawyer is an experienced legal professional who specializes in tenant law and understands the rights of both landlords and tenants.
They can provide invaluable advice about tenant-landlord law that may not be readily available elsewhere, such as the specific rules of eviction in your area or the requirements to file a successful discrimination claim against a landlord.
Tenant lawyers can also help protect tenant rights by representing them in court proceedings, negotiating with landlords on their behalf, and providing other legal counsel to ensure tenant interests are well represented throughout the process. Lastly, tenant lawyers can also offer sound legal advice regarding lease agreements, ensuring all parties involved understand their rights and responsibilities under the agreement.
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What are habitability standards?
Habitability standards dictate that you should live in a safe home, and that you shouldn’t suffer from infestations, nonfunctioning utility services, and other conditions that materially impact the tenancy.
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What rights do tenants have over landlords?
The right to live in a safe and healthy home, with working utility service and free from infestations of vermin or other conditions which materially impact the tenancy.
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Can I sue my landlord for negligence?
Yes, if your landlord breaches the duty to provide a safe home, allows conditions which create a material risk of fire, fails to repair serious problems, does not conduct adequate pest control, or ignores an order from the city or county to make repairs.
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What’s the fastest way to get my landlord to make repairs?
Give the landlord notice in writing of all the conditions which need to be repaired. If they do not make repairs within 35 days, notify the Housing Department or Health Department.
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What are my rights as a tenant in California?
If you are a tenant in California, it is important to know your rights! Landlord tenant law can be complicated, and it is always best to have an attorney help you understand your rental agreement. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most important rights that tenants have in California. We will also provide information on how to get legal services if you need them.
Tenants in California have the right to:
-A safe and habitable dwelling: This means that your landlord must keep your rental unit in good repair. If there are any problems with the unit, you should notify your landlord in writing as soon as possible.
-Quiet enjoyment of the premises: This means that your landlord cannot interfere with your right to peaceably occupy your rental unit. For example, your landlord cannot enter your unit without giving you proper notice or turn off utilities such as water or electricity.
-Privacy: Your landlord must respect your privacy and may only enter your unit under limited circumstances. For example, if there is an emergency or if you have given your landlord written permission to enter.
If you need legal assistance, there are a number of resources available to tenants in California. You can contact a legal services organization in your area or the California Tenants’ Rights Hotline at 1-800-854-7771.
Landlord tenant law can be complicated, and it is always best to have an attorney help you understand your rental agreement. If you have any questions about your rights as a tenant in California, please contact us today! We offer free initial consultations and would be happy to discuss your case with you.
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Are California landlords required to provide a Spanish copy of the lease to native Spanish speakers?
Tenant lawyers in California can help Spanish speakers understand their rights and responsibilities under the law. Security deposits, for example, must be returned to the tenant within 21 days of move-out in most cases. Legal services can also help resolve disputes between landlords and tenants.
En español, los inquilinos tienen derecho a recibir una copia del contrato de arrendamiento en español si así lo solicitan. Los abogados de inquilinos en California pueden ayudar a los hablantes de español a comprender sus derechos y responsabilidades según la ley. Por ejemplo, la mayoría de los casos requieren que el depósito de seguridad se devuelva al inquilino dentro de los 21 días posteriores a la salida. Los servicios legales también pueden ayudar a resolver disputas entre arrendadores y inquilinos.
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What happens if I do not pay my rent?
If you do not pay your rent, you may be subject to eviction. If you are facing eviction, you should speak with a tenant lawyer or legal services organization as soon as possible. Tenant lawyers can help you understand your rights and options, and may be able to help you stay in your home.
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What is a Notice to Cease?
There are a number of different ways that landlords can try to evict tenants. One of the most common is by sending a Notice to Cease. This is a notice that tells the tenant to stop doing whatever the landlord believes is causing a problem, such as failing to pay rent or causing damage to the property. If the tenant does not comply with the Notice to Cease, the landlord may then file an eviction lawsuit.
If you are served with a Notice to Cease, it is important that you take it seriously and seek legal assistance right away. An experienced tenant lawyer will be able to review your case and help you determine the best course of action. In some cases, it may be possible to negotiate with the landlord to avoid
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What is a Notice to Quit / Demand for Possession?
If you are served with a Notice to Quit or Demand for Possession, this means that the landlord is starting the eviction process against you. This notice will state the reason for the eviction and will give you a certain amount of time to either remedy the situation or move out of the property. If you do not comply with the Notice to Quit or Demand for Possession, the landlord can then file an eviction lawsuit against you.
If you are facing eviction, it is important that you seek legal assistance right away. A tenant lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and may be able to help you stay in your home.
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What are the specific laws in Los Angeles that protect tenants?
Los Angeles has extensive laws in place to protect the rights of tenants, many of which are some of the strongest in the country. Here at the Brinton Firm, we leverage these laws to advocate for our clients effectively.
1. Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO): Protects tenants from excessive rent increases and restricts landlords’ ability to evict without just cause. For properties covered by the RSO, rent increases are limited annually, and eviction reasons are narrowly defined.
2. Los Angeles Fair Housing Ordinance: This law ensures every tenant has equal opportunity to housing and prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, familial status, disability, and more.
3. Habitability Laws: These laws require landlords to keep rental properties in safe, livable conditions. They mandate working plumbing, heating, and electrical systems; clean premises; proper trash receptacles; and adherence to building codes.
4. Right to Organize Ordinance: This law protects tenants who organize or join a tenants union from retaliation by the landlord.
At the Brinton Firm, we are well versed in all of these laws and more. Our legal team utilizes this knowledge to ensure our clients’ rights are upheld and their homes secured. If you’re facing any issues with your rental situation, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for advice and assistance.
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What should I do if I suspect my landlord is discriminating against me, and how can the Brinton Firm help in such a situation?
Experiencing discrimination from a landlord is not only deeply distressing but also illegal. Here are steps you can take, and ways the Brinton Firm can assist:
1. Documentation: Maintain a detailed record of instances where you believe you’ve faced discrimination. This could include emails, text messages, or letters from your landlord. If discrimination happens during a conversation, note down the date, time, and details of the discussion.
2. Reporting: Report the discrimination to the appropriate authorities. In Los Angeles, this is the Los Angeles Housing + Community Investment Department (HCIDLA). They will conduct an investigation into your claim.
3. Legal Counsel: Contact a specialized tenant lawyer, such as the team at the Brinton Firm. We can help you navigate the complexities of discrimination claims, explain your rights, and advise on the next steps.
4. Legal Action: If necessary, we can help you file a lawsuit against the landlord for violating Fair Housing laws. This could lead to damages being awarded for any harm you’ve suffered due to the discrimination.
Discrimination is a serious violation of your rights as a tenant, and the Brinton Firm is committed to fighting such injustices. If you believe you’ve been a victim of discriminatory practices by your landlord, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We will work diligently to uphold your rights and seek justice on your behalf.
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What steps should I take if my landlord enters my property without notice, and how can the Brinton Firm support me in addressing this issue?
Landlords entering a property without proper notice is a violation of tenant privacy rights. If you’re dealing with this issue, here’s what you can do and how the Brinton Firm can assist:
1. Documentation: Document each occurrence carefully, noting the date, time, and details of the landlord’s entry. If possible, capture photographic or video evidence.
2. Communication: Write a formal letter to your landlord highlighting the issue, and request them to adhere to the notice requirement. Keep a copy of this letter for your records.
3. Legal Counsel: If your landlord continues to violate your privacy, contact the Brinton Firm. We’ll assess your situation, inform you about your rights, and advise you on the appropriate course of action.
4. Legal Action: If necessary, our team can help you take legal action against the landlord. This could involve seeking a court order to prevent further unauthorized entry or filing a lawsuit for damages if you’ve suffered any losses or distress due to these violations.
The Brinton Firm understands the importance of your privacy and will work diligently to protect it. If you’re facing an issue with a landlord who consistently enters your property without notice, reach out to us for assistance. Our team is well equipped to guide you through the legal process and ensure your rights are upheld.
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