Did I sue the correct party? I sued the company that manages the Condo Association instead of the Condo Association itself.

Dear Condo Owner: You asked this question and you received a number of answers. But you have to know by now that AVVO is an open public forum...

Can I include cost of inspection to cost of repair ?

Dear Condo Unit Owner: Make an inquiry to your homeowner insurance first before you spend money. If your insurance directs you to provide for an...

Do i need an attorney

Dear Renter: If you signed a "hold" agreement that disclosed that the deposit was to "hold" a particular apartment for you pending completion of...

Can a rent stabilized tenant in NYC place a lock on a bedroom that does not lead to a fire escape, without giving the LL a copy?

Dear Tenant: New York State law allows a tenant to add an additional lock to the apartment's entrance door and provide a key for that lock when...

Is the management firm which manages the affairs of the condominium association liable for damages?

Dear Unit Owner: If you believe that you sued the correct party, you may collect your judgment. If you now believe that you sued the wrong...

Dear Landlord: The tenants will not move without a court order. You need to follow up with a summary holdover proceeding in District Court to...

Can i withhold rent if my apartment is illegal?

Dear Tenant: Have the apartment inspected. Call 311. If the apartment is located in the basement, you may be correct. There are a number of...

Does anyone know of any good tenant lawyer that will help a fire victim

Dear tenant: Let me extend my condolences for your lose. You cannot sue for lack of compassion, but you can sue for the replacement value of...

Defendent's answer mine was verified and filed 112 days ago but no responce from plantiff issued to anybody what do I file now?

Dear Pro Se Defendant: if you and the plaintiff submitted cross motions for a judge to decide, you wait for the judge to make a decision....

Can I get my ring back ? Part 2

Dear Ring Owner: I was sorry to read your two postings about the ring, but I did not understand where you came to believe your husband's ring is...