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And said they’d quiet down. Didn’t happen. The next time I went to them they said they’d soundproof ceiling. Nothing. I have so much video of the noise from upstairs. I’m startled daily out of my sleep from them dropping things on the floor. I also used a decibel reader, and when they drop... View More 
answered on Jan 17, 2024
I would say that you would have a case for harassment and constructive eviction, amoung other possible claims. You seem to have the ability to measure and record the ambient sound from their apartment to record the chronic noncompliance. You should consult with a landlord tenant attorney. Good luck.
Trying to take me to court to evict me. what are my rights
answered on Jan 9, 2024
Since you have a lease (written lease) in effect from your prior landlord, then the new landlord may find it difficult to evict you from the premises. The new landlord will have to show that you are not paying rent, you are causing a nuisance, you are breaching the lease or the owner wants to use... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2024
Most universities and colleges offer their own health insurance plans specifically designed for international students. These plans generally meet visa requirements and can be a good option for F1 students. Alternatively, F1 students can also purchase private health insurance plans from various... View More
I am a DACA recipient can i get an extended parole to visit family in Mexico if it is for a wedding?
answered on Dec 23, 2023
I do not believe it would be a good idea for you to travel outside of the United States for that purpose, because it may not qualify for a reason to obtain advanced parole. In addition, you may be subject to the 3 or 10 year bar to returning to the USA, if you leave the United States after having... View More
Hi there, my mother petitioned me in 1992 and got current in 2010 but failed to proceed with it. My mom passed away in 2014, me and my husband entered USA in 2012 with r1 and r2 visa that expired last 2016. we’re currently staying here in NJ. Then my brother, an american citizen who also lives... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2023
You have acquired more than 1 year of unlawful presence in the USA, so if you LEAVE, you will face a 10 year bar to returning to the USA. Your unlawful presence will prevent your F4 adjustment application. However, you may be eligible under section 245(i) of the INA, since your mom filed for you in... View More
I'm married so In my green card process in CO. I've EAD Card, Temporary SSN, Currently I'm getting a driver license, Hunting license.
I've been staying Denver for almost more than 1 year.
In my apartment someone got shot and died a couple days ago by some guy so... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2023
You need to do a consult with an immigration attorney in Colorado. Here is some information that may help.
According to Colorado Gun Laws, you need to provide identification and pass a background check through a licensed firearms dealer or through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation... View More
She has no insurance on the property that I am aware of. The tree that was struck was extremely tall, and near the house. They were told by an insurance co. to remove it years ago. She threatened to have me “ out on the street” if I contacted national grid to inspect the electrical system. She... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2023
This is a rather complicated question as it evolves New York negligence law as well as landlord-tenant law. There are many questions to the answered in pursuing either one of these particular claims and so a consultation with an attorney would be necessary. Nevertheless, the tenant would likely be... View More
Tenant lives in the Bronx and does not have a current lease. The landlord is asking they pay for repairs/upgrades needed to household items (ex. fridge, cabinet, carpeting). Tenant moving out at beginning of month, and paying for the full month. Landlord will be keeping deposit.
Is tenant... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2023
Your friend should ask the landlord to provide her with a detailed list of the repairs and upgrades that he is claiming are necessary, as well as an estimate of the cost of the repairs. She should then review the list to see if she agrees with the landlord's assessment. If she does not agree... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2023
I think that you may have a case against your employer. Possibly for terminating you before you were able to exonerate yourself against allegations of committing a crime. In addition, there are statutes in In some states, nuch like New York that would address an employer terminating an employee... View More
I'm petitioning my son and he has a daughter accompanying him. I paid for her fee and started her ds-260 application. In there, it's asking who the petitioner is, is it still me?
answered on Dec 3, 2023
I will presume that you are a US citizen and care son is single or he is married. Or in the alternative, I will presume that you are a green card holder and your son is not married. In any event, he would also be able to file for your son's daughter who would be granddaughter. No separate... View More
My landlord for the last apartment I was in had a security deposit of $750 dollars. I paid this and lived in his apartment for over a year on a month to month basis for the same price of $750 dollars. I found a new apartment in December of 2022 and told my landlord about this on December 26th, and... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2023
The landlord has a duty to decrease (mitigate) his damages. The landlord also has a duty to return your security deposit within 14 days of you vacating the premises. Landlord was supposed to deduct the cost of the damages that you caused to the apartment from your security deposit. Since your... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2023
Going in and emptying the room is not lawful. You should confirm that the tenant is in prison and then try to contact them to find out what they would and would not be able and willing to do to keep the place or whether they would surrender the premises. If no agreement can be reached, you may have... View More
This is an email the landlord sent while I was away. Is this legal to do for him? The reason is that he have lost his key.
"We did test the boiler for the third time this morning and it started up without hesitation. I left the heat on so it should be warm when you arrive. I did have... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2023
It is not lawful for the landlord to enter into your apartment in the way that you have described. As a tenant, you have exclusive possession of the space that you are paying rent for. If the landlord would like to get access to your apartment, the landlord has to request reasonable days for... View More
I am having a problem with my bank account due to fraud, I am wondering if management can use the security deposit I gave before I moved in for this month that I owe rent on.
answered on Jan 12, 2023
No! The security deposit is your money that the landlord gets to hold in trust. The 2019 changes of the law would not allow the landlord to use your security deposit for rent without your consent. When you leave, the landlord must deduct the amount of damages and return the rest in 14 days. You... View More
How much can I get if I sue?
answered on Jan 7, 2024
You may have a case for breach of quite enjoyment, violation of privacy and negligent infliction of emotional distress. Your damages would depend on the strength of your cases. I strongly advise that you consult with a landlord tenant attorney who is familiar with such cases.
green card is expired and lost do i just need to file an l-190 or are there additional forms i need to get done
answered on Dec 22, 2023
I-90 and some affidavit explaining how the card was lost.
i have a tenant in the basement that has not paid, i am just looking to get them out not get the money they own. Which case type is the best in this scenario?
answered on Dec 11, 2023
You will have to go with the holdover case, because since it's a basement apartment, you would not be able to enforce the payment of the rent that you have charged.
Our mom was approved for a green card at 2016. At the same time we(her children) were approved too even if we were in Africa at 2016. We started the process to move from Africa to Usa. And finally at 2018, we got a visa type YY to travel to USA. In 2020, We started the process to get our green... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2022
I am not sure why your lawyer gives that advise! Nevertheless, I would say that since your mother's status has now changed to that of a US citizen, your status changed to a potential derivative citizen, an immediate relative; a preference one category; or a preference three category. The... View More
The intercom and buzzer for my apartment hasn't worked in over a year. My building management has claimed over the same year that they are waiting on a chip to replace the entire system. In the interim, Ive requested an electrician look at the current system to see if a temporary solution... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2022
NYS Multiple Dwelling Law Sec. 50-a, regulates entrances: doors, locks and intercommunication systems in building that meet the criteria. Your landlord/ management company has to have the intercom and buzzer. The owner should explain why it is taking a year to fix the intercom and buzzer system.... View More
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