Is that legal.

Dear Flushing Tenant: As long as you continue to adjourn the case the court will allow if you agree in writing by stipulation and the landlord...

Dear Forest Hills Fare Evader: Read this article. NYPD could arrest for fare evasion or issue a civil summons....

Dear Brooklyn Tenant: You are correct. Should does not mean must and does not mean shall. I gather the lease used by the landlord is not a...

Dear New York Tenant: Your uncle's plan will likely fail since moving out and subletting to you will likely cause the Housing Company to seek...

Is this a violation of warranty of habitability and/or am I fair in asking for rent reduction until this problem is addressed?

Dear Long Beach Tenant: The oil tank should not be in the apartment. I suggest you find out right now if you have a legal apartment. If in a...

In light of this blizzard am I responsible for removing the snow in order to get access in or out of the apartment.

Dear Rosedale Tenant: You have no "right" to expect the landlord renting an illegal apartment to you would ever do anything for your...

Selected as the best answer

Dear New York Tenant: Yes there are repercussions for cutting off electric utility. In NYC that could result in a criminal charge for an illegal...

What is the best choice between small claims court and hiring a lawyer? And can I seize his business if he can't pay?

Dear New York Lender: A little late to weigh options. If the defendant is not located in New York and you do not have an address, you cannot use...

What can I do to get my money

Dear Port Jervis Tenant: You and your former landlord may pull out of thin air any period you want to claim is the proper one for the return of...

A Questionable Sublet

Dear Elmira Tenant: Did you verify this with your "landlord"? Did the man at the door show proof he is the home owner? Did you see any paper to...