Can I withhold rent for leaky basement which led to a mold problem?

Dear Brooklyn Tenant: The unpaid rent is "owed" until the landlord releases a claim to the rent, or in the event the landlord commences a...

I want to know what legal action can I take against my landlord

Dear Bronx Tenant: You should not have suffered this long with conditions in the home that require repair. The City has a telephone complaint...

Being ask to leave rented room immediately. How much time will be gained by asking landlord to serve papers?

Dear Brooklyn Friend: The landlord must rely upon a judge in a Housing Court case to decide if the tenant must move. The same law applies to a...

12 (6 adults 6 child) people living in a 3 bedroom on the first floor, in a 2 family home. Is this too many people in one floor

You do not mention your relation to the house: An occupant, an owner, a concerned neighbor. The answer is likely the same no matter the point...

Im being sued for $10,800 and a eviction by my landlord, I have proof and receipts to prove he is lying. can I counter sue?

Dear Bayshore Tenant: In a landlord and tenant trial the objective of the tenant is to prevent the landlord from "proving" its made up claim,...

My tenant has responded to my certified letter Florida Statute s.83.49

Dear Florida landlord: If your Florida tenant disputed your deduction from the tenant security account, your next step, is likely filing a...

My tenant has answered my certified letter for the Florida Statute 83.49. What is the next step. Also I live in Manhattan

Dear Florida landlord: Living in Manhattan does not mean that a New York licensed attorney should answer a question about Florida Landlord and...

How can I get my mother out of my apartment?

Dear Buffalo Tenant: The tenant made your mother a roommate when the utilities were placed in her name and she paid rent. Her legal status is...

I want to know if i can sue a car dealership for selling me a vehicle that needs over 3000 dollars worth of repairs.

Dear Flushing Used Car Owner: You must look to the warranty in your own contract. The New York Lemon Law for used vehicles purchased at a...

Does a Condo Board have to consist of owners or can the maintenance company / builder also be the Condo board?

Dear Condo Unit Owner: The New York Condominium Act requires that all New York Condominiums conduct their operation pursuant to By...

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