Holdovers

You didn't leave enough information. A landlord can discontinue a case. Landlords and tenants do have the ability to negotiate their own...

Your Aunt may be able to evict you from the building. You may have some protection if the building is governed by the rent stabilization laws. ...

Can the landlord evict us if she was found in 16 violations including no heat/hot water all winter and peeling lead paint?

You should speak with a Queens or NYC landlord-tenant attorney. It sounds like both you and your landlord have violated the order. However,...

The house we are renting was purchased by a new owner, who wants us to leave. Can he evict us?

Do you live in a multiple unit apartment building? Your new landlord likely has the right to evict you with the proper legal procedure. Single...

ADULT TENANT WITH LONGTERM EXPOSURE TO LEAD PAINT

In New York City, lead paint laws were enacted to protect children. The law requires landlords to identify and fix lead paint hazards in the...

Heating Issue: What Are Our Rights? What Can/Should We Do?

You need to look at your lease to see if there is a clause stating who is responsible for heat. Generally this is going to be the landlord. If...

Can my landlord evict me if my lease was renew?

Just like Steven said, there are more facts needed. What type of case is your landlord bringing against you? Have you paid the rent since you...

My brother and I formed a LLC for a house that our mother left five of us. Would the majority win any decision making?

LLCs are governed by an operating agreement. When you formed the LLC your attorney should also have drafted a this agreement which explains how...

Power of Attorney e.g., Do I need a real estate attorney?Powe

Most banks require their customers to use their own power of attorney forms. You should definitely call your father's bank first. As for the...

Buying co-op legal advice, what can I do?

Real Estate purchase and sale agreements must be in writing to be binding. There is no legal remedy. However, if the title hasn't closed you could...