Under California law, if you do not follow the exact procedures required of landlords, you can be liable to tenants for thousands of dollars in damages and attorney's fees. Landlords' Rights & Duties in California explains California's landlord/tenant laws in simple language so you can protect your rights and your investment. This book thoroughly explains what to do and how to do it, with forms, flowcharts and examples from actual cases. Complete with step-by-step instructions and the forms you need, this book can significantly reduce your costs and potential liability as a landlord. It explains and gives guidelines for: Tenant's application Suits for back rent Evictions Pets Claims on security deposits Discrimination laws Bad check notices Maintenance rules Abandoned property rules Using Self-Help Law Books