have a signed lease but now existing tenant wants to stay

[kimberlyanne11]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California

My client signed a one year lease which was to begin in about 2 weeks. We just found out that the current tenant now does not want to vacate (her home purchase fell through). What are my clients rights?

thanks

 

[Proserpina]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California

My client signed a one year lease which was to begin in about 2 weeks. We just found out that the current tenant now does not want to vacate (her home purchase fell through). What are my clients rights?

thanks

Could you please explain the "client" part?