Recent Posts in Real Estate Law Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 23-May-2022 What Noise Complaints Mean to Landlords and Tenants According to the Noise Control Act (HSC 4600), “ All Californians are entitled to a peaceful and quiet environment without the intrusion of noise which may be hazardous to their health or welfare.” Under HSC 4600, making excessive noise ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 20-Apr-2022 What Are Some Examples of Public Use in Eminent Domain? The federal government cannot use its power of eminent domain to acquire property unless it is for public use. Unfortunately, the definition of public use is not well defined. “ Anything which is meant to enrich the lives of people who reside, ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 9-Feb-2022 How to Know What Your Property Is Worth Knowing how much your property is worth can be helpful in many different situations, including real estate transactions and eminent domain cases. But how can you find out how much your property is worth ? With a combination of fair market value, ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 10-Jan-2022 What Are My Rights as a Tenant in California? California has a wide variety of tenant-protection laws. As a tenant in California, you have rights from the moment you apply for a rental through the end of your lease or rental agreement. Your rights as a tenant in California include: Equal ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen, Semelsberger & Kaelin LLP 22-Jul-2021 What Are the Rules for Live-In Caregivers in California? Hiring live-in caregivers is a complex situation in California, especially for people who live in mobile homes, and other untraditional properties. Because live-in caregivers live with the people they care for, they are not only employees but also ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen, Semelsberger & Kaelin LLP 1-Apr-2021 What Is Landlord Tenant Law? Landlord-tenant law refers to a body of laws that regulate rental properties and outline the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. The landlord is the person who owns the property, and the tenant is the person who pays to rent ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 8-Feb-2021 What Are the Most Common Personal Injury Cases? The most common personal injury cases are car accident claims and slips, trips, and falls. Because of our special focus on mobile home and real estate law, however, the most common personal injury cases we see at Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP are ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 22-Jan-2021 Do Big Investors Mean Predatory Practices in American Mobile Home Parks? Mobile homes are one of the last remaining options for affordable housing in the United States. Unfortunately, big investors are all too ready to take advantage. Across the country, investors like Equity Lifestyle Properties (ELS), The Carlyle Group, ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 20-Nov-2020 Understanding COVID-19 Tenant Protections Many tenants across the United States are having trouble making their rent payments as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Fortunately, federal, state, and local governments are providing protection and relief for both tenants and ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 9-Mar-2020 How to Prepare for Natural Disasters When You're a California Homeowner California is no stranger to natural disasters, especially in recent years. Some of the most destructive and deadly wildfires in California history have occurred in just the past few years, including the Camp Fire, which blazed through Butte County ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 9-Mar-2020 New California Real Estate Law Ease Restrictions for Accessory Dwelling Units Thanks to a new 2020 change in state law, California homeowners will have less restrictions when it comes to building or developing their accessory dwelling units, or ADUs. The regulation changes come six ADU-relayed bills that Governor Gavin Newsom ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 24-Feb-2020 6 Strange Real Estate Laws in the U.S. If you’re involved in real estate, rent a home, or own a business, you may be familiar with your state or city’s real estate laws. Real estate laws have a long history, and stem from the ownership of property by the ruling class, or a ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 21-Dec-2018 Can Government Regulation Qualify as an Unconstitutional Taking? Under the takings clauses of the California and U.S. Constitutions, private landowners have a right to receive just compensation when the government takes their property for public use. But, what type of government actions qualify as a ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 14-Dec-2018 California Rent Control Laws Many California cities implement rent control laws to prevent landlords from raising rent above a certain amount. These rent controls intend to help tenants by ensuring that a landowner cannot force a tenant out by arbitrarily increasing their rent ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 22-Nov-2018 Legal Doublets: Why Legal Terms Seem Repetitive Part of a lawyer’s job as counselor to the client includes the role of translator. No, this does not mean that an attorney’s qualifications necessarily include multilingual ability. However, a significant portion of legal practice ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 16-Aug-2018 The Trump Administration Targets Fair Housing Protections Since its implementation in 1968, the Fair Housing Act has offered many opportunities to minority citizens who want to rent or purchase housing property. Under the provisions of the act, it is illegal to discriminate against potential home owners ... Continue Reading Posted By Allen Semelsberger Kaelin, LLP 18-Jul-2018 3 Real Estate Scams to Avoid Purchasing or renting a home can be one of the most exciting and stressful experiences in your life. Unfortunately, when such a large amount of money is involved, you’re likely to attract some questionable characters. Your best defense against ... Continue Reading