What a bed bug claim may recover
You may be able to recover for a bed bug infestation — including bites and physical harm, discarded or replaced belongings, and the distress of living with them — if the landlord was responsible and failed to act. The amount depends on the facts.
Bed bug cases can involve more than property loss. Bites, allergic reactions, lost sleep, and anxiety are real harms, along with the cost of replacing mattresses and furniture. What a tenant may recover depends on how serious the infestation was, what the landlord knew and did, and how it affected the household.
No one can promise a specific figure without reviewing the details, so be cautious of anyone who quotes an amount up front. Keep receipts, dated photos, and any medical records, since that documentation shows the real cost of the problem. A free, confidential review can tell you whether your situation is worth pursuing.
This is general information about California tenant rights, not legal advice. Every situation is different.