If you locked pout the tenant pursuant to a judgment for possession and warrant of removal the lockout is likely legal. If not, it may depend upon...

Can we just be evicted unfairly?

Your landlord has the right to personally occupy a unit in a building of three rental units or less. They have given you more notice than is...

You are entitled to one full month notice for a rent increase and the notice must be in proper form. So assuming it is in proper form (and I don't...

Generally, a new complaint is necessary. However, if you paid the rent after a judgment for possession was entered the landlord does not have to...

"why" is my landlord already starting procedure to evict me for rent owed if I'm not fully 1 1/2 months rent due?

Landlords generally have mortgages on their rental properties and other expenses. Therefore it is important that tenants pay their rent on time; so...

This is much too complex an issue to be answered in this forum. You should consult with an experienced real estate attorney as soon as possible.

Can I sue my landlord for back pay rent for an illegal basement apartment?

Depending upon the number of apartments in the building you may be entitled to relocation expenses.

Can I be evicted even after paying the rent owed ?

No. If you paid the full amount due and owing and the landlord accepted it, you cannot be evicted.

If you can pay the rent you may be able to request a hardship stay. Otherwise, unless you have a basis to file an Order to Show Cause to vacate the...

My Landlord has sold the 2 family home where I currently rent. The new owner has not presented me a new lease.

If you already have a written lease it is still effective. Your new landlord simply steps into the shoes of your old landlord. Since owner occupied...