Can I remove a tenants belongs from an apartment after the eviction has been completed, if it poses a health violation ?

Dear Troy New York Property Owner: So it isn't a mystery why the evicted tenant left behind insect infested personal possessions. But you were...

Can I request a thermostat to be installed in my apt since Landlord doesn't want to provide heat?

Dear Middle Village NY Tenant: You live in Queens, NY, so the NYC Heat Law applies to your residence. NY law does not demand a prerequisite...

What are the procedure?

Dear Mt. Vernon NY Seller: You don't say if the property is vacant land, timber land, agricultural land, industrial land, a private home, an...

Upon the annexed affidavit of ‘ptnr’ sworn to on ‘date’ the order of____________ ..What should I put in the blank space?

Dear Jamaica Litigant: If you are Petitioner [PTNR] and serving an Order to Show Cause, is this an HP Proceeding? If so, you must also serve...

Landlord stole security ?

Dear Babylon Tenant I'll say it again. A counterclaim is allowed. N.Y. has no law requiring a landlord itemize damages in any set period of...

Can I sue my landlord if he lost the place to taxes and I was still paying him rent?

Dear Monticello Tenant The former owner committed a crime continuing to take rent in May, June July and August. The police may arrest upon your...

Dear Fredonia Tenant Better show the paper on your door to a lawyer because a landlord doesn't post an eviction warrant. What was the case...

Landlord stole security in NY ?

You sued. The landlord is allowed to counterclaim. Fabricated evidence often falls apart because perjury is imperfect. Your photos taken when you...

How can I help my friend?

Dear Friend of a Friend and Two Brothers living in Grandmother's Apartment: This situation is similar to a training problem discussed during...

What can I do for help if a landlord and so called realistate person won't give me my keys to my place even if I paid for it

Dear Brooklyn Tenant I feel your pain. I don't know if you have a signed lease in hand, if you are renting a house or an apartment and how you...