Legal Question in Business Law in California

I am being evicted from my commercial leased space. I have a small ice cream shop. I got into the lease 5 years ago on a 5 year, lease with 5 year option. At the beginning, my lease was very high and the landlord said they would lower the rent. I was just given notice to vacate the site and pay $144,000 in past due rents plus interest. I had no clue I owed this much. I was never given statements or any kind of indication they would be charging interest on anything.

Now, with 2 weeks to go, I am being evicted and told I still have to pay. I was never sent any period statements or reminders at all. Do you know if there are any laws or statutes that require the landlord to provide statements of balances due? Is there anyway I can get a judge to see my side and have them not evict or charge me?

Please advise.

Thank you,


Asked on 10/19/16, 10:22 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gerald Dorfman Dorfman Law Office

This type of problem can not be solved in a simple question and answer forum. You need to consult with an attorney. It is possible the landlord waived the right to collect beyond what you have paid, but you need to discuss ALL the facts with an attorney. Bring your lease and any written communications with you to the consultation. You need to do this RIGHT AWAY or you risk losing rights you may have.

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Answered on 10/19/16, 11:12 am


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