Why Landlords Lose Eviction Cases

If you filed an eviction, went to court, and still lost, you’re not alone. Many California landlords are surprised to learn that most unlawful detainer cases don’t fail because of the facts, but because of technical mistakes.

Hi, I’m Bijan Shakibkoo, co-founder and managing partner at SNS Law Group. In the video below, I’ll explain why eviction lawsuits get dismissed, how small errors in notices, service, or paperwork can derail your entire case, and what steps you can take to avoid starting from scratch. With the right legal guidance, you can fix procedural issues and move your eviction forward successfully.

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You filed your eviction action, went to court and lost. It’s more common than you think.

Hi, my name is Bijan Shakibkoo, co-founder and managing partner here at SNS Law Group. And if you enjoyed this video, please feel free to like and subscribe!

Why Unlawful Detainer Cases Get Dismissed

In California, most unlawful detainer cases that get dismissed don’t fail on the facts. They fail on technicalities. Issues like defective notices, improper service of process, or incomplete filing can all result in dismissals, often before a judge even hears your side. It’s frustrating, especially after investing all that time and money.

We’ve reviewed cases that were dismissed for reasons that could have been prevented with closer attention to the procedure. Sometimes a simple review of the notice, timeline, or service method is all it takes to get things back on track. If you’re in this situation, it’s worth double-checking where things went wrong before starting over again.

Contact SNS Law Group About Your Unlawful Detainer Action

Here at SNS Law Group, we ensure that your eviction will flow smoothly from drafting the proper notices to the proper procedural aspects in order to get your case through the finish line. So feel free to give our office a call. We’ll be more than happy to help.