What are the consequences for a citation for having an illegal apartment in your home, the tenant is no longer there.

Dear Lake Grove Owner: Every town has its own process for seeking fines. Did the citation make a reference to any local code or law alleged...

Dear New York Tenant: If you feel you are being harassed then inform the landlord in writing that his conduct is disturbing you. Inform your...

Do I need an attorney for someone is living in my house without asking me to live here if I want them charged with trespassing?

Dear Bethpage Homeowner: In New York a person who gained a right to occupy a home, even without a rental agreement or without paying rent, will...

Dear Albany former tenant: The landlord is no longer allowed to use the summary proceeding for nonpayment of rent because you moved out. If the...

Dear Flushing Landlord: Fortunately, the Housing Court will entertain a summary holdover proceeding for possession of the illegal premises, and...

Dear New York landlord: Terminating a month to month tenancy in New York City is prelude to commencement of a summary holdover proceeding where...

Dear New York tenant: You need to hire an attorney right away. There is likely little to nothing you could do to deter the landlord from...

Can a "holding" deposit still be requested if a tenant is still occupying the premises and you haven't seen the actual apt.?

Dear Staten Island tenant: I agree with the answer just posted. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania is in a better position to answer the...

Is there a legal way I can get rid of my roommate if he is breaking rules on the lease?

Dear Liverpool tenant: You have to be very careful about reporting the roommate to the police and should only do so with an attorney at your...

Last year May i was put out my home with out an eviction due to an arguement. I could not get the rest of my things out her home

Dear Former Bronx Tenant: Maintain the storage unit by paying the charges so that you do not lose the possessions that are safe. I do not...