Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Re: tenant rights

This depends on many facts, including: did this fire start in your unit because of something you did, or did it start elsewhere by others and then damage your unit? When you say "owe back rent" was that the case before the fire, or now? Generally if you are damaged by someone else you are entitled to reasonable compensation, although those damages can be limited by statute or by contract. Does your lease address this? If you are serious about pursuing your rights, feel free to give me a call so we can discuss the facts and consider your options.