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She only has $900 monthly income. Apt selling for $3,000. How does this effect her? Located in Bklyn, NY
answered on Feb 4, 2017
It depends on whether her building is controlled by rent-control. If she's in the middle of a lease term, the new owner would have to honor that lease until its termination, generally. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More 
Sued by a company I know but now they add et al
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Read the complaint. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Your question lacks relevant details. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Check the terms of your court order. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas... View More
We have a legal question about a neighbor on whether we should report it to the police or not. We go away for the winter, our home is locked up. We have a deeded shared well with our neighbor, the neighbor sent us a message online after they broke into our basement as they said they heard water... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
It depends on whether there is a shared easement for access into your basement since you share a well. Further, it sounds like she may have saved your house from flooding. Why not have a look-see for yourself? The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about... View More
answered on Feb 3, 2017
Lawyers represent companies. Her wrongdoing may be attributed to the hospital, but it depends on the specific facts and timing of such wrongs. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
I am in a wheelchair and my landlord is intentionally making access to my apt impossible. At the same time he verbally berates me for my handicap. Further he treats me unfairly compared to other tenants without disabilities.
answered on Feb 3, 2017
This may be a violation of the ADA laws and a breach of your contract. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY,... View More
I work for Meals on Wheels and am bullied on a reg basis and have reported to proper ppl w/ no results,what can be done?
answered on Nov 12, 2016
I am sorry to hear about your situation. Yes, you do have recourse. It sounds like there may have been a violation of the The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), the American with Disabilities Act along with New York laws against discrimination. You can always file a complaint... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2015
http://tenant.net/Other_Laws/RPAPL/rpapl07.html
Does it really take an attorney to do a simple internet search, or can you use common sense?
answered on Nov 8, 2015
I do not understand this question. Perhaps it is the wrong question to ask.
answered on Nov 8, 2015
Yes, with parental consent. No, without it until he is 18.
answered on Nov 4, 2015
The department of corrections probably has the figures you want. Contact them and ask.
911 phone call
answered on Nov 4, 2015
Tons of cases on this subject. The operative phrase is that the prejudice outweighs the probative value, most likely.
I got a letter in the mail from the supreme court for a car loan I had years ago. I was having financial trouble and called them to take the car back, under the impression everything was settled. Until last week I got this letter- there is no court date listed just a requirement to respond or... View More
answered on Nov 4, 2015
I sincerely doubt that they would be willing to let you work off the debt. You needed to go have a full discussion with a local attorney at the time you asked this question.
Child refused to return my grandson's toy. The other child's mother is not being helpful. Is there anything I can legally do to get my grandson's toy back
answered on Nov 4, 2015
Instruct the grandson as to why we do not give our toys away or trade them. What is it that you are thinking you can do legally? File a lawsuit? That would most likely cost more than to go buy another toy.
answered on Oct 27, 2015
You put this in the Other forum, so I guess it is not about criminal law. What are you talking about? Is this about a bond? You would have to ask bonding companies this question. I bet you will find that some might work with you.
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