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I signed the lease in NYC. I asked to add my boyfriend as a roommate, and the leasing company said I could not add him because I already signed the lease.
The lease says it could be used as a residence only for myself and my immediate family, who has been living. But I thought the NYC... View More 
I have lived at the property for over 6 years. I am located in New York. I am on a month to month lease. My lease has not been renewed since after the first year I have lived here.
answered on Apr 2, 2021
At least 90 days. This is a situation that is prime for a buyout.
My lease is up and I have not renewed it. Just need I month to move into new place
answered on Mar 17, 2021
You'll have to pay for the extra month. However, there will be no keeping of the deposit. There are strict rules about that.
Before moving to the apartment she told us no noise and she wants people who don't smoke drink loud parties etc. She also wants us to hang out with her and her family we said " no besides its covid19." We moved in because we desperately needed an apartment. Two weeks in she started... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2021
Maybe. It would be better to have an attorney write a letter providing notice and withholding rent while you save. You have use and occupancy, so it will be hard to claw back any serious money. Definitely consult an attorney.
How can we encourage her to pay the rent before we close, and what should we tell the buyers about this difficult tenant? Her lease runs through August, at which point the buyers intend to take possession for owner occupancy.
Thank you!
answered on Jan 29, 2021
So it depends! You may just want to elect to eject or evict the tenant—or work something out with the tenant. There are too many options and variations to write here. Consult with an attorney in NY. I handle these situations regularly!
i live in new york and i have been married for a year and a half. our daughter is 11 months old. i cant live with my husband any longer due to his anger problems towards me and her. he is very verbally abusive and he grabs my child way from me. am i allowed to take my daughter and leave to my... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2021
You’re going to need to get an emergency order of protection. Can you call law enforcement to get it or get a temp order in court.
Its was a month to month so no lease. I payed my rent for the month and started moving some of my things into a storage unit and my landlord changed my locks even though i have 2 weeks left in my rent
answered on Dec 16, 2020
No he/she cannot. Immediately call 911 at the apartment and provide the officer's your landlord's information.
I am a beneficiary for two properties. One of the properties I currently live in and the deed is half in my name. The other half is in my late relatives name. The second property I am owed half from the sale of the administrator. No wills were left from my late relatives. I went to mediation and... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2020
Did you go at this along, representing yourself? I need a lot more information before I can give you a better answer. There are too many what if's.
We both agreed that the tenants would pay on a monthly basis. The tenants have not paid a dime of rent for the past 3 months and refuse to pay now because they say they are protected from the covid 19 relief. What can I do? I am sick of being a landlord and really just want to sell the house. Can I... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2020
Your tenants may be protected by COVID 19 protections now, but that doesn't stop you from taking the proper steps to begin the removal process and get them financially on the hook and yourself in line to get them evicted. I would strongly urge you to evict them first and sell after. Selling... View More
Landlord is extending the store next to mine in the building she owns. I spent a huge amount of money when I bought the store. What terms should I negotiate as the landlord is pushing me to end the lease early? Thank you.
answered on Nov 30, 2020
You should definitely not act as your own attorney. You should, however, consult an attorney and explain your situation better. That'll help an attorney guide you. You should definitely be represented, here.
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The property manager of our apartment has filed a false police report saying my husband attacked her, we live in Upstate New York in a town named Watertown. It a predominantly white and my husband is from the Bronx and I and Barbados. We have... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2020
So there are a number of ways you can get out of your lease under the circumstances you're asserting. First, this sounds like a toxic situation. You need an attorney. It sounds like there's a breach of the warranty of habitability and constructive eviction going on. However, there are... View More
My Mother abandoned the house and relocated. Stopped paying the mortgage as well. Bought herself a new condo. My family and I are living in the home currently. There's a forebearance on the house, which I haven't found out since October 2020. There's utilities that aren't... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2020
I'm not sure you'd be successful on the distress part. However, depending on whether you've been paying rent, you may be considered a tenant and can sue to have the utilities turned back on. You need an attorney, now!
New York and are in closing for COVID-19
We have told her no but now her realtor is saying he’s coming in anyway what can I do
And my landlord lives in Germany
answered on Nov 20, 2020
So you can definitely hold out and negotiate with the landlord to be bought out. My office deals with these kinds of matters all the time. The landlords will have to evict you if they want you out without buying you out. Consult an attorney!
answered on Nov 10, 2020
It depends what the bench warrant is connected to and whether extradition has been approved. Why not retain NY counsel to clear the bench warrant and try working out a deal. That’s much better than letting a warrant sit out there forever.
I have a video car hit me. Police said I hit the car
answered on Nov 10, 2020
Depending on the facts it sounds like you could have a very strong case. You'll want to consult with an attorney as soon as possible to go over the facts.
answered on Nov 4, 2020
That depends on how long you've lived there. I can better explain this in person. The landlord can't just sell the house and ask you to move. You have rights and there are formalities that must be followed. Feel free to reach out for a better explanation.
My landlord communicated thru a 3rd party (my mother) 10.13/14 to vacate my current rental due to roommate conflict 2 months into a 12 month rental. There is no current conflict, but I have found alternative housing. Everything thus far has been verbal and thru my mother. How do I ensure my... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2020
Justin, this is a little more detailed than can be written in this forum with justice. Consider calling me, or another Justia attorney, to help answer your questions and give you the best answer possible. My phone number is on my profile.
I got the speeding ticket in weschester county. There's a court date on it. Do I need to go and what should I do, plead guilty or not guilty? Since i'm switching my license to Connecticut in a couple weeks will it affect it? Also will points get transfered over?
answered on Oct 20, 2020
So if I were you I’d just hire an attorney (my office and others here handle them). Allow an attorney to defend the ticket and or negotiate it down to some kind of infraction to minimize or eliminate any points. The points will follow you so it’s the worst thing to do to plead guilty. Feel... View More
As per our oral agreement, rent should be collected on every 1st of the month. Tenants will inform the landlord over the phone that the rent is ready.
However, this month my landlord did not answer his phone on the 1st so I called again on the 2nd he answered and was rude but he was... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2020
So it sounds like your landlord just needs a letter written to him informing him of what he's doing wrong. At the very least this will document everything. Second, he will need to be informed not to contact your father. You have to provide him official notice before you go on suing him.... View More
answered on Oct 13, 2020
It depends on the charge, the bail amount, and if there are any detainers. It's hard to answer that question. Their attorney, or court appointment counsel would argue for bail if the State is trying to remand.
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