The $900 is the total amount of rent and my security deposit as I discovered there were bedbugs, asked him if he had bed bugs, he said he didn't, I had someone from pest control confirm it was a bed bug, and had him sign a contract stating he would pay me back my first month's rent, along... View More 
answered on Sep 3, 2022
Hi, is your question how you should recover the $900? Assuming there are no eviction issues, your former landlord breached his promise to return the $900 to you. You have the promise in writing. This case seems ideal for small claims court. Downstate may charge slightly differently but small claims... View More
To my knowledge a talent manager is unable to procure work and negotiate contracts in NY State. I recently made the decision to part ways with my manager but am currently working on a job that they negotiated. I was told that even with our contract ending they are still entitled to the commission... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2022
Hi. Do you have a written agreement with your former talent manager that dictates the terms of the representation? If so, it may have language in there that addresses a breakup. Best of luck.
answered on Sep 3, 2022
Generally, the transfer or closing date in the real estate contract is an “on or about” target date. Are there legitimate reasons for the delay in closing? You can send a “time of the essence” letter to the opposing party. If the conditions set forth in your letter are reasonable, then the... View More
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