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I visited a mall in Queens, NY on 08-04-20. To open the doors of the mall I used my foot to press the handicap door opener button. In the elevator I pressed the button for the floor of Target. A male janitor appeared in front of the elevator & stuck a broom he had into the elevator activating... View More 
answered on Feb 7, 2025
Record retention statutes typcially apply to certain businesses and its records or practices, and vary in application and duration. For example, hospitals are required to keep certain records for a fixed periof of time because these are medical records. You want to obtain records of a complaint... View More
Facility hosting event is a Moose Lodge. Is it possible state &/or local laws in Town of Huntington/Suffolk County may also extend legal responsibility to 'volunteer' planners of reunion event who rented Moose lodge (where alcoholic beverages will be served as part of the fee to... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2025
Hard to say without reviewing the terms and conditions of the Moose Lodge's liability policy. It might be easier (and cheaper) to speak with the lodge's insurance broker and ask to have the volunteers added as "additional insureds" under the existing policy. Either way, if the... View More
Facility hosting event is a Moose Lodge. Is it possible state &/or local laws in Town of Huntington/Suffolk County may also extend legal responsibility to 'volunteer' planners of reunion event who rented Moose lodge (where alcoholic beverages will be served as part of the fee to... View More
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answered on Feb 3, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about the concerns regarding liability for your upcoming reunion. When organizing an event where alcohol is served, liability is an important factor to consider, and ensuring that all parties are adequately protected can help prevent potential legal and financial risks.... View More
Town Board passed new ordinance limiting type and quantity bird feeders a private homeowner can have, based on one address being harassed by one neighbor for four years. Even though we have complied with all DEC restrictions and suggestions. I need to fight this. I've had same bird feeders for... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2024
I'm sorry that your kindness toward animals has resulted in an ordeal for you. I don't know how the grandfather clause you mention would work, but what you describe seems to be statutes on different levels. So it might not be unusual for local statutes to be stricter that higher-tier... View More
Town Board passed new ordinance limiting type and quantity bird feeders a private homeowner can have, based on one address being harassed by one neighbor for four years. Even though we have complied with all DEC restrictions and suggestions. I need to fight this. I've had same bird feeders for... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2024
Dear Jamestown Home Owner:
It is not you alone. Many jurisdictions place restrictions on wildlife feeding.
https://dec.ny.gov/news/press-releases/2022/4/dec-issues-guidance-to-reduce-conflicts-with-bears#:~:text=... View More
My vehicle was booted and subsequently towed due to parking tickets. When I tried to retrieve the vehicle I was also made aware that I owed tolls and I had a two day insurance lapse. I paid the tolls. The DMV said I could go get a plate letter so that the tow yard could sacrifice the plates for two... View More
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answered on Apr 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems like you're caught in a bureaucratic nightmare with various agencies and companies giving you conflicting information and requirements. The situation is complex, and without knowing the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, it's... View More
I finally found hard evidence that he killed my sister with his medication which showed on the toxicology report that it was his meds. The prescription read his name on the bottle. The detective had taken a picture of the meds. There is way to much to tell on here... I am living a nightmare, I am... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
My advice is to contact the New York State Police and provide to them the toxicology report and other hard evidence while explaining that you are having difficulty with the local police and sheriff's dept.
The New York State Police may have received other similar reports regarding... View More
I was very aggressive with words when he approached my car. He tried to coax me out the car to fight I guess. How do I get his name to license plate and take him to court
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
If you feel the other driver acted recklessly in a way that endangered you, the appropriate course of action is to file a police report. Provide them with as many details as you can recall, including the location, time, vehicle description, license plate if you saw it, and a factual description of... View More
I am disabled, working through repairs from an electric fire. Are they responsible for broken pipes because they filled the lines with water, allowing the electric on, then caused the freeze with no notice removal. Fresh foods frozen, botled water froze(no electric no waterpump no toilets)
answered on Mar 24, 2024
I'm sorry for the stressful situation you have been placed into. It could be difficult for an attorney to offer a simple, direct answer to your question in the brief post without knowing more details, and figuring out what happened here. Until you're able to discuss with a local attorney,... View More
Boyfriend/driver was found with drug paraphranalia while being transferred to hospital. Troopers got court order for blood test. My daughter (owner/passenger) was killed. Bill was for towing to NYSP impound, rather than local shop nearby.
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
Based on the limited details provided, here is a summary of the key considerations around who pays the $900 impound bill:
- As the registered owner of the vehicle, your daughter's estate would likely be considered responsible for the accrued impound fees. However, fault in the accident... View More
We were told we could report.Real Estates who do not accept the Voucher or ask us for money to find an apartment. Legally what can we do in this case?
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
In this situation, it's essential to understand your rights and the legal protections available to you as someone seeking housing assistance with a City Voucher. Firstly, you should familiarize yourself with the local housing laws and regulations that govern the acceptance of vouchers by... View More
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
If you notice an investigation car parked outside your house, it could indicate several possibilities. It may mean that law enforcement is conducting surveillance or an investigation in the vicinity, which could involve your property or a neighboring area.
It's important to remember... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2024
Whether you can work as a bartender serving alcohol in Oneida County, NY, while employed as a Peace Officer in Herkimer County, depends on the specific rules and regulations governing Peace Officers' secondary employment and any potential conflicts of interest. It is advisable to consult your... View More
Had a bus coming towards me in a 45 zone. At this time he was about 150ft away from me, he turned his yellows on like 30ft from his stop. And when he came to his stop I was like 20ft in front of him. He then waited for me to get right up to him to flip his reds.
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answered on Jan 4, 2024
The timing for when a bus activates its yellow warning lights before stopping varies depending on local laws and regulations. Generally, these lights are meant to alert motorists that the bus is preparing to stop to either pick up or drop off passengers.
In your situation, the bus... View More
The impossible condition is compelling the plaintiff to require a 60 day prepaid receipt for storage, from a ‘LICENCED’ storage company in the borough of LIC, failing which the warrant of execution won’t be executed. No storage company is prepared to provide a storage receipt or estimate... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2023
Dear Brooklyn Landlord:
I guess that is one of the problems with using the NYC Sheriff [https://www.nyc.gov/site/finance/about/bios/anthony-miranda.page] instead of using an NYC Marshal. The NYC Marshal's rules for conducting eviction are contained within The Marshal's Handbook,... View More
The impossible condition is compelling the plaintiff to require a 60 day prepaid receipt for storage, from a ‘LICENCED’ storage company in the borough of LIC, failing which the warrant of execution won’t be executed. No storage company is prepared to provide a storage receipt or estimate... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In this situation, where the sheriff of NYC has set conditions for eviction that appear to be impractical or impossible to meet, there are a few steps that can be taken.
First, it would be advisable to document all your attempts to comply with the sheriff's requirements, including... View More
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
In general, residential areas in Monroe County are zoned for single-family homes. This means that you would need to have a permit to live in a tent on private land in a residential area. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, you may be able to live in a tent on private land... View More
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answered on Nov 16, 2023
Inform the DPW about the sewage backup problem and request their assistance in repairing the sewer line. They should be able to provide you with a timeline for when they can inspect and address the issue
Keep a detailed record of the sewage backup incidents, including dates, times, and any... View More
This is a very dangerous situation for my family and my property. 3 to 4 times in the past, his customers crashed through or over his guardrail hit my fence, and ended up on my property. He has a poorly
constructed and damaged guard rail only 1 foot from my fence. It is not providing the... View More
I recently filed a name change petition to change my name, and the judge quickly granted it. But there is a problem: I regret the name I have chosen.
I have not reported my court granted name to any government agency. Would I be required to reference my court approved name in my new name... View More
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answered on Nov 8, 2023
Yes, it is legal to change your name more than once in New York City courts. If you've had a change of heart about the new name, you can file another petition for a name change. In your new petition, you would need to reference any previous name changes, including the one recently granted by... View More
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