Soooo....

[Stan4dSteph]

Do you know what Water District you're in? Have there been any boil-water advisories announced on the news?

[Prudence]

Well, we have clear water this morning, so I guess all is well. I have no idea what water district I'm in.

[BarTopDancer]

The results of my grade grievance finally showed up. The grade stands, the teacher can do whatever he wants and the fact that he didn't notice I was in class doesn't mean anything. I should have participated more so he noticed me. Uh the whole issue was he was retailiating against my complaint that he wasn't teaching the course material. He knew who I was.

I'm fighting back and will go as far as I have to.

And while I'm in this mode, anyone know how long a landlord has to return a deposit? I've been out for a month and a half and still no word on that.

Never mind. I found this

•Your deposit must be returned to you within 21 days after you move out. Your landlord must give you a written, itemized statement of the reason for any amount withheld from your deposit. Money can be withheld only for:
–Unpaid Rent (talk to a counselor if you are breaking a lease or giving less than 30 days’ notice).
–Damage caused by you beyond normal wear and tear.
–“Reasonable” cleaning charges.

Stubborn Landlords
If your landlord does not return your money on time or if he unjustly withholds some of it, be prepared to assert your rights. Remember, many landlords withhold all security deposits knowing that many tenants will not take the steps to get back their money.
Go To Small Claims Court...
•Send a letter to your landlord requesting the money. Refer to the Security Deposit Laws (CCC Sec. 1950.5 and SF Admin. Code Ch. 49). Give the landlord a deadline date of when you expect the money.
•If the landlord doesn’t respond within a reasonable time, you can take him/her to Small Claims Court. For a small filing fee, you can sue for up to $7,500. In addition to the disputed money, you can sue for statutory damages for your landlord’s illegally withholding your deposit. Small Claims Court is informal and no lawyers are allowed. A few weeks after you file a claim, a hearing will be held. You will tell your side of the story and the landlord will tell his/her side. Your written documentation (receipts, inspection report, photos, etc.) will help your case. You must sue in the city where the rental was—if you rented in San Francisco then you must sue in San Francisco

[RStar]

Good luck getting your deposit back! Some Landlords will itemize your deposit away, with new carpet, new drapes, paint, even if that is usual wear and illegal to charge you for, or even if they didn't replace that stuff!

Hopefully you'll get it all back, and without having to sue!

[BarTopDancer]

Originally Posted by RStar

Good luck getting your deposit back! Some Landlords will itemize your deposit away, with new carpet, new drapes, paint, even if that is usual wear and illegal to charge you for, or even if they didn't replace that stuff!

Hopefully you'll get it all back, and without having to sue!

I know. But he isn't building a strong case against not returning it to me. He has to provide receipts for the things that he is going to charge me for. His non-responsiveness will be his downfall.

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Bacon and scones and a big glass of milk. Good recovery food.

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Oh, and whoever messed with my avatar can suck it.

[Bornieo: Fully Loaded]

Uh, my sides still hurt. I haven't laughed so much in a very,v ery long time.

Transformer, more than meets the eye?

[Strangler Lewis]

Originally Posted by BarTopDancer

I know. But he isn't building a strong case against not returning it to me. He has to provide receipts for the things that he is going to charge me for. His non-responsiveness will be his downfall.

Winning might be easy. He might not even show up to Small Claims Court. Collecting a judgment from a flesh and blood human being is another matter.

[Prudence]

I'm wearing a pair of pants that had been too small for quite a time. At the moment they're slightly loose. I suppose I should be thankful for small victories.