What is the law on this issue.

(I'll save my snarky remark) Yes, it is perfectly legal for you to rent an apartment in NYC as a NJ resident. Keep in mind that if the apartment...

How can we go about getting the landlord to complete repairs, respect our privacy, stop the harassment and intimidation?

I am assuming the apartment is in Babylon. If there are no smoke detectors and no evidence of them having ever been installed "in each bedroom,...

When we all (tenants) appear in court for this holdover, are we required to give our names? How can we counter this dilemma?

This defense will only work a limited amount of times. Like Mr. Treiman said, a dismissal for failure to name is not on the merits - the eviction...

Do I have a chance of winning my security deposit? Would I have to wait until after my lease is up to file?

I agree with the prior response. You have no right to the return of your security until after you vacate the apartment (assuming the apartment is...

Was it legal they froze my bank account?

I think you mean "vacated the judgment". Was the entire case dismissed? If not, read the judge's order carefully - if the case (and/or...

So what can I do?what should I do?

woah - first you need to know the statue of the apartment. If it is rent controlled or rent stabilized, there is a limit to any rent increases the...

These questions do not touch upon any subjects or suspect classifications of housing discrimination, but rather, whether you would be a good and...

IS this the proper time to bring up the entire chain of events or focus on what for hearing? I want to stay until end of lease.

I agree with Mr. Treiman. The landlord's acceptance of rent for a period after the termination date on the termination notice may knock out the...

What can I do , will I be put out by a marshel or be locked out of my apartment on March 31.

I agree with both responses, but would add: when you do receive the Marshal's Notice of Eviction, you can still bring an Order to Show Cause to...

I agree with both prior responses - you need a tenant attorney to take action on your behalf quickly and effectively. If you cannot afford counsel...