My fiancé has been evicted and can't get my personal belongings, neither can he

You can also bring a replevin/conversion action in Supreme Court and bring an immediate Order to Show Cause for access or return of your property,...

My boyfriend was evicted. My stuff was in the apartment. How do I get it back?

I have yet to see a complete and accurate eviction inventory from a NYC Marshal and I've been practicing tenant law for almost 20 years - they just...

How must "reasonable notice" be distributed in regard to construction on the outside of my bathroom windowframe?

Generally, the landlord must provide reasonable, written notice for access. However, the requirements for landlord access are typically NOT...

New Land Lord refusing to return security deposit

Yes, and you should bring a small claims action for the return of your security.

Not returning security deposit-apartment damage

I agree with the prior answers, you can withhold her security for the repairs. I would also recommend sending her written notice that the...

When does the 3 day clock starts?

I agree you had until 11/10 to pay on a 3 day notice served 11/7. I know this advice is late (11/13), but if you're going to be a few days late on...

My landlord won't let us out of our lease. Our neighbors down stairs has been harassing us... sent in false allegations to cps.

Arguments with neighbors, even false reports to cps, do not necessarily affect your ability to use the apartment from a legal perspective. The...

Can a Landlord restrict me from spending time with my wife and children?

Be very careful - while the landlord cannot restrict your visits at the property (your family has the right to permit you to visit the premises...

NYC rent stabilized apartment Landlord accounting errors. What should we do?

You are protected by one of my favorite provisions of law- Rent Stabilization Code § 2520.13 (entitled "Waiver of benefit void"). You cannot waive...

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A new tenant that has brought bed bugs with him/her and now demands that I pay thousands to eradicate them. What are my rights?

I agree with the prior responses. You may want to tell the tenant that they are not authorized to treat the infestation or incur any expense on...