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Q: Can a landlord in New York charge above lease rent when marketing a vacant apartment?
I signed a lease in October 2025 which was supposed to end in September 2027. However, after losing my job in November 2025, the income I've secured since has been insufficient to cover my $3,900 rent. In March 2026, I explained my situation to my landlord and requested an early termination of... View More 
Peter J. Weinman
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answered on Jun 5, 2026
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This is really not my area, but I read the law you cited, and it seems to me that the landlord has run afoul of the law by advertising the unit for more than $3,900 (the lower figure), which is unreasonable. That said, playing Devil's advocate, you entered into that $10k agreement whereby you... View More
Q: Can a landlord in New York charge above lease rent when marketing a vacant apartment?
I signed a lease in October 2025 which was supposed to end in September 2027. However, after losing my job in November 2025, the income I've secured since has been insufficient to cover my $3,900 rent. In March 2026, I explained my situation to my landlord and requested an early termination of... View More
Steven Warren Smollens
answered on Jun 5, 2026
answered on Jun 5, 2026
Dear New York Tenant:
Good day. In my experience, ever since the effective date of the statute mandating mitigation of damages, attorneys counsel tenants facing your situation that if they are paying a liquidated sum to exit a lease (you paid $10,000.00), that should end permanently any... View More
Q: Can I terminate my lease due to undisclosed parking issues causing panic attacks after a virtual tour?
I recently moved to Maryland from out of state and signed a lease after viewing the property via a Zoom tour. Upon arriving, I discovered the parking was extremely overcrowded and compact, triggering severe panic attacks. This was not as described in the viewing. The realtor stated they saw no... View More
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Kenneth L. Samuelson
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answered on Jun 5, 2026
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I recommend that you give your Maryland-barred attorney (a) a copy of your lease for him/her to review that termination clause, and any force majeure clause and any other applicable clauses therein; (b) a description of the "panic attacks" and the effects thereof upon your ability to use... View More
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Q: Looking for legal representation in Kaiser wrongful death & med mal arbitration.
I am seeking legal representation for a wrongful death and medical malpractice case involving KP arbitration in California. The statute of limitations is still active. The involved insurer and hospital is Kaiser Permanente. I am currently navigating the OIA arbitration process with case number... View More
Joel G. Selik
answered on Jun 5, 2026
answered on Jun 5, 2026
You are wise in waiting no longer to get an attorney for the medical malpractice case. Malpractice cases can be complex and have a multitude of technical requirements. An attorney experienced in medical malpractice is crucial.
On the Justia.com website, and other online resources you... View More
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Q: Looking for legal representation in Kaiser wrongful death & med mal arbitration.
I am seeking legal representation for a wrongful death and medical malpractice case involving KP arbitration in California. The statute of limitations is still active. The involved insurer and hospital is Kaiser Permanente. I am currently navigating the OIA arbitration process with case number... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 11, 2026
answered on Jun 11, 2026
I'm very sorry for your loss. I agree with the recommendations of my colleagues. The only thing I'd add, especially with a looming statute of limitations, would be to try to outline and summarize the significant facts, parties, and dates pertaining to your matter. This would enable more... View More
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