Can a tenant give me a written permission, to take over his belonging, as a collateral ? without take him court?

Dear Flushing Landlord: No. There are some rights imposed by law that may not be waived even with an agreement.

Confirm: Since a co-op apt. (2 family co-op) is not real property, it cannot be subjected to a Partition Action.

Dear New York Shareholder: The point in engaging counsel is that the attorney hired deals with the legal issues. Your objective is securing an...

Dear New York Tenant: A tenant may argue the impact of a vacate order is a constructive eviction. A "constructive eviction" suspends the...

Am I entitled to get my rent returned if I find that I've been living in an illegal bedroom?

Dear New York Tenant: New York State law does not provide any right to a tenant of an "illegal" dwelling to claw back rent already paid to a...

Dear Bronx Tenant: Fortunately, New York State, does not allow landlords subject to the Rent Stabilization Laws, wiggle room when it comes time...

How to be reimbursed lost wages & withheld security deposit in a frivolous holdover proceeding?

Dear Rego Park Tenant: Without a counterclaim the court cannot make a determination in your favor. Even with a counterclaim the court would...

How do i get a "kick out order" for my girlfriend.

Dear New York Tenant: I read the answers and your comments. You want public advise about your options in a very private matter. Both attorneys...

Can i sue former landlord for forcing me out of studio by saying he is shutting off all utilities ect. i know i had right

Dear Islip Tenant: You could file a complaint for the return of the security deposit with the New York State Attorney General at:...

New York Real Property - Article 7 - § 235-F Unlawful Restrictions on Occupancy

Dear New York City Condo Tenant: The statute invalidating clauses in residential leases in New York State addresses the lease itself and does...

Dear NYC HPD Prospective Condo Owner: You must consult face to face with an attorney and determine whether this transaction is possible in the...