Do Rent and Eviction Moratoriums Violate Landlords’ Constitutional Rights Under the Contract Clause? By-Gary Ganchrow

You might be surprised to learn that the U.S. and California Constitutions both contain clauses that unequivocally prohibit any law – whether state, local or administrative – from “impairing” contract rights between two parties. This clause is called the “Contract Clause,” and it is supposed to protect contract rights – including in private contracts –…

DID YOU KNOW By-Dennis Block

Eviction of Former Owner Not all eviction cases involve tenants. In some cases, an unlawful detainer can involve the eviction of the former owner. This can come up in two situations. In one scenario the former owner has sold the house and refuses to vacate. There is also the situation where the premises have been…