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How many people can legally live in a 1-BR apt in NYC? 6 people (3 adults, 1 teen, 2 kids) live right above me. Same size apt.
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Answered on October 22, 2013
Dear New York Tenant:
You may be right that the apartment is over-crowded. The actual size of the apartment matters. The landlord may take...
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Withdrawing a notice to cure to prevent an injunction.
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Answered on October 22, 2013
Dear New York Landlord:
Generally, a court will not allow a landlord to circumvent its power to determine the merits involved in a proceeding...
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I own my apt but people above me rent and they make abnormal and ridiculous noise? Can I take legal action against them?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear Fresh Meadows Owner:
It may make a difference whether you own your home in a condominium or own your home within a cooperative.
A New...
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Re no smoking in 4 family apartment: can we sue?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear Cortland Tenant:
New York Court have recognized that the intrusion of a neighbor's smoke into the apartment is a breach of the lease of the...
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My tenant did not response to my petition for LTD non- payment for 2 weeks. I am looking for a lawyer to continue the process.
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear Jericho Landlord:
The manner of service of the notice of petition and petition affects the right of the landlord to a money judgment along...
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Being sued for back rent. Did not get notification of hearing due to being out of town on business. Now charged for atty fees
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear New Rochelle tenant:
You could pay the judgment that was entered on your default in answering the notice of petition and petition or which...
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What to do about back rent & a court proceedings done with our presence. Did not get notification of court date
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear New Rochelle Tenant:
A tenant does not receive notice of a landlord and tenant lawsuit by a certified letter. Notice of the lawsuit is...
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Notery & time stamp question
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Answered on October 21, 2013
The clerk cannot accept an answer for filing without an attached proof of service. A self-represented litigant must present an affidavit of service...
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How do I evict my grandson who has lived with me for 11 years but refuses to move into an apartment I'll pay for?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear Ossining Homeowner:
You must hire an attorney. You will need some form of court proceeding, as you cannot convince your grandson to move...
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What can I do about a transient man who is "helping" with yard work, etc. next door but is harassing me and my wife.
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Dear Rhinebeck Home Owner:
You need a hands on local attorney to guide you through the procedures and to create the foundation for a lawsuit...
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