What are my right and what steps do I need to start doing to protect myself and Belongings?

Your lease is the first place to look for provisions of owner/landlord access. I don't necessarily agree that monthly inspections, while...

The IRS considers most buyouts of a rent regulated apartment in NYC to be subject to long term capital gains tax (for units held more than one year...

What can be done? Is there a way we can get him to close the door?

New York City Administrative Code 27-371(b) describes apartment doors that provide access to interior corridors as "corridor doors" - this includes...

Can I sue my management company and get rent back because of a neighbor's nuisance?

I agree with the prior answers, and think that you should consult with counsel to determine the strength of your claims for breach of the warranty...

What should i do

If her prior eviction proceeding against you was dismissed on the merits (a/k/a "with prejudice") and you owed the money she now seeks at the time...

What is the best thing to do in this situation, and do we need more proof before we go to the authorities?

If the video is clear and properly identified (date, time) you probably have enough to go to the authorities and report her unlawful entry, and you...

Do I need to contact/call DOB?

Even if DOB and/or HPD cannot get to you in time for your next court date, you can go to DOB and get a certified copy of the Certificate of...

How can I go about this

I agree with the above answers - you need to provide us with more information. Do you have a lease? If so, what is the term of the lease? Also,...

How do we defend against being evicted considering we had no knowledge of any lease or inclusive stipulations.

I agree with the above responses and would add that negotiation may be better for you than an eviction proceeding. If the prime tenant brings a...

I would add this advice to the other responses - go to Surrogate's Court in Richmond County (Staten Island) and see if you can pull the file and...