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Bartley Babcock | 20 Jan 2026

Rent Control Explained in the City of Santa Monica

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS Strong tenant protections: Santa Monica rent control limits rent increases, requires just cause for evictions, and bans harassment and housing discrimination. Property coverage varies: Units may...

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Bartley Babcock | 20 Jan 2026

Your Rights as a Tenant Without a Lease in California

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS Tenants without a lease have rights: California recognizes month-to-month and at-will tenants, providing protections against sudden eviction. Eviction and rent rules: Landlords must follow proper notice...

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Bartley Babcock | 11 Dec 2025

Why Should I Demand a Jury Trial Instead of a Bench Trial?

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS Jury vs. bench trials: Jury trials involve peers deciding your case and allow for emotional storytelling, while bench trials are decided solely by a judge and...

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