In October 2025, California enacted Assembly Bill 246, officially titled the Social Security Tenant Protection Act of 2025. Signed into law on October 6, 2025, this legislation adds a new layer of tenant protections to California’s housing law, specifically targeting situations where tenants face eviction due to interruptions in Social Security income. They added Section…
California’s security deposit law (Civil Code § 1950.5) is one of the most detailed and heavily litigated landlord-tenant statutes in the state. It governs how much a landlord can charge, how a deposit may be used, and exactly how and when it must be returned. With major amendments taking effect in July 2024, April 2025,…
As a landlord attorney specializing in evictions, I’m writing this to ensure you understand the full implications of Assembly Bill 628 before it takes effect on January 1, 2026. This isn’t just another compliance checkbox—it’s a fundamental shift in California’s habitability framework that will directly impact your eviction proceedings, maintenance obligations, and legal exposure. The…
As a landlord in San Diego, staying compliant with California’s rent increase regulations is essential to maintaining lawful tenancies and avoiding costly legal disputes. California’s statewide rent control law, commonly known as the “rent cap,” sets clear boundaries on how much and how often you can raise rent. Understanding these rules will help you make…
