Superior Court Judge Strikes Down Mass Eviction Case
Superior Court Judge Strikes Down Mass Eviction Case
In a highly anticipated decision that could have broad implications for renters across California, a Superior Court judge has ruled against a landlord seeking to carry out one of the largest mass evictions in Los Angeles history. The judge’s determination means more than 100 tenants still living at Barrington Plaza — a 712-unit West L.A. high-rise apartment complex — will get to stay. Some long-term tenants pay far below market rates due to the city’s rent stabilization ordinance and fear they would be unable to find affordable housing anywhere in the region if forced to leave. Joining us to discuss the ruling, and what it means for residents at Barrington Plaza, is David Wagner, LAist housing reporter following the news.
With files from LAist, read more of David’s reporting here
All About Regret: How Paths Not Taken Can Harm Or Help Us
All About Regret: How Paths Not Taken Can Harm or Help Us
Pretty much from the time humans develop object permanence they begin experiencing the emotion of regret. What could have been had you, hypothetically, made a different decision. Some regrets are more socially intense than others, like decisions in intimate relationships, parenting, and family while sometimes you might also regret skipping breakfast or missing a turn on your morning commute. Ruminating on what could have been sets us apart from most other animals. To regret is to be human. So what’s going on inside your head when you get those feelings of regret? Can social regrets help us? Or does being stuck in the past hinder our development? Today on AirTalk we look into regret, what it is, what’s happening in the brain, and what its function is in human existence. Here to talk through how to deal with regret is Daniel Pink, author of “The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward”. Also with us is Keith Markman, associate professor of psychology at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.
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A Twist On An American Classic--The Japanese-American Chicken Tender
A Twist On An American Classic--The Japanese-American Chicken Tender
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FilmWeek: ‘Inside Out 2’ ‘Tuesday,’ ‘I Used To Be Funny’ And More
Guest host Austin Cross and LAist film critics Claudia Puig and Wade Major review this weekend’s new movie releases on streaming and on-demand platforms.
“Inside Out 2” Wide Release
“Brats” Streaming on Hulu
“The Grab” Laemmle Monica Film Center [Santa Monica] | Available on VOD Platforms
“Firebrand” In Select Theaters
“Fresh Kills” In Select Theaters
“Tuesday” Wide Release
“Just The Two Of Us” Laemmle Glendale
“Ghostlight” In Select Theaters June 21st
“I Used To Be Funny” Monica Film Center [Santa Monica] | Town Center 5 [Encino]
“Ultraman: Rising” Streaming On Netflix
“Treasure” In Select Theaters
Feature: Austin Cross Talks To Jude Law About His Transformation For New Film ‘Firebrand’
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Firebrand is out now in select theaters
FAQs
But more than 100 remained and the tenants association filed suit, arguing that the evictions were not proper under the law. They framed their fight as an effort to protect a pocket of rent-controlled apartments in a neighborhood where housing costs are sky high.
Can you fight an eviction in Massachusetts? ›
If the landlord files the eviction lawsuit without giving the accompanying form, the tenant can use the omission as a defense. The eviction would then stop and the landlord would be required to give the tenant a proper 14-day notice before filing a new eviction lawsuit. (Mass.
What are the defenses to eviction in Massachusetts? ›
If any of the following is true, you have a defense to the eviction.
- Your landlord did not properly serve you a summons and complaint .
- Your landlord began the court case before the time period on your notice to quit expired.
- The complaint does not state the reasons for eviction. 114
You may file a motion to stay the execution with the court to ask for more time to move. (A stay of execution is a request to the court to delay the move out.) If you don't move out, the sheriff or constable will take your belongings to a licensed storage facility. You may have to pay fees for storage.
How many units are in Barrington Plaza? ›
After the fire, there are 577 units in the complex.
How many stories are there in Barrington Plaza? ›
Project Details. Barrington Plaza consists of Building A, B, and C Building A is a 25-story high-rise apartment building with a subterranean parking garage connecting all three buildings. The buildings were built in 1962 and have been grandfathered thru the years on code upgrades.
How do I delay an eviction in Massachusetts? ›
Asking for more time
An extension of time is called a “stay of execution.” If you're evicted for reasons that weren't your fault, a judge may grant a stay of execution for up to 6 months in order to give you time to find a new place to live, or for other reasons.
Is there a way around an eviction? ›
Talk to Your Landlord
Since an eviction will cost both of you money (as well as time), you may be able to come to an agreement without going to court. Your landlord may be willing to stop the eviction if you agree to certain terms, such as paying rent you owe or stopping behavior that violates the lease.
Can you appeal an eviction in Massachusetts? ›
Eviction cases decided in the District Court may be appealed to the District Court Appellate Division. Eviction cases decided in the Boston Municipal Court may be appealed to the Boston Municipal Court Appellate Division.
How difficult is it to evict a tenant in Massachusetts? ›
In Massachusetts, a court eviction of a tenant can be expensive and time-consuming. The eviction court process in Massachusetts is called a “summary process.” The goal of an eviction is for the owner to regain possession of the rental unit. Often, there are alternatives to eviction to regain rental possession.
If the eviction was a no-fault eviction and if the tenant cannot find a new apartment, s/he may ask the judge for a stay of execution of up to six months, or if s/he is elderly or handicapped, up to one year. If the eviction was for nonpayment, technically, the judge has no power to grant a stay.
What is illegal eviction Massachusetts? ›
In Massachusetts, it is illegal for a landlord, on his or her own, to remove tenants and occupants and their belongings from a rented apartment, room, or home without first getting a court order. The court case that a landlord files to get a court order is called summary process (the legal term for an eviction).
How long does it take to get someone evicted in Massachusetts? ›
Massachusetts Eviction Timeline
| Notice Received by Tenants | Average Timeline |
|---|
| Issuance and Serving of Rule for Possession | 7-30 days before entering the files to court |
| Court Hearing and Judgment | 10-16 days |
| Issuance of Writ of Restitution | 10 days |
| Return of Rental Property | 48 hours to 12 months |
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If a trial court judge has ordered you to be evicted, use this form to appeal the trial court judge's order and ask the appeals court to prevent your eviction.
Can you be evicted in the winter in Massachusetts? ›
If there is no lease in place, tenants can be evicted for “no cause” under Massachusetts law, meaning for no reason whatsoever, including if the landlord simply wishes to raise the rent. Certainly, there is no excuse for “no cause” evictions to take place during the harsh winter months.
How long can an eviction take in Massachusetts? ›
On average, it would take anywhere between a little over 1 month to more than 1 year for a complete eviction process. Give your tenant a written Notice to Vacate prior to the eviction process. Make sure no mistakes were made in the filing process.
How do I remove an eviction from my record in Massachusetts? ›
The Legislature's newly passed housing bond bill includes a provision that would allow tenants to petition a court to seal their eviction record in cases such as a no-fault eviction, a dismissed case, or a case the tenant won. Currently, there is no eviction sealing in Massachusetts.
What is the anti eviction law in Massachusetts? ›
In Massachusetts, it is illegal for a landlord, on his or her own, to remove tenants and occupants and their belongings from a rented apartment, room, or home without first getting a court order. The court case that a landlord files to get a court order is called summary process (the legal term for an eviction).
What makes a notice to quit invalid in Massachusetts? ›
If your landlord accepts the old rent amount after the expiration date on the notice to quit and the notice to quit does not state clearly that any future payment will be for “use and occupancy only” and not for rent, your landlord has given up the right to evict you using this notice.
