Can your landlord demand you sign a lease if they backdated it and demand you pay the increase back rent? How should I handle?
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Answered on August 07, 2025
Dear Manhattan Tenant
AVVO is not a law office. You cannot secure legal advice anonymously.
Please reach out to an attorney for...
Town of Babylon Lindenhurst NY
Went to small claims court, former landlord suing back rent but ehy, it’s illegal?
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Answered on August 06, 2025
Dear Lindenhurst Tenant
Thank you for letting us know. I suggest that you consider a consultation with a local lawyer who would have insight...
Can a NYS POA form to used in a NYC Housing Court case be signed, notarized, etc. in Florida by a Florida resident?
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Answered on August 05, 2025
Dear Brooklyn Agent:
You should explain the purpose. Generally, no housing court lawsuit is allowed if commenced by power of attorney....
RENTERS INSURANCE CLAIM!
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Answered on August 04, 2025
You also described the crime of an illegal eviction.
People do strange things.
Good furniture never gets to a dumpster unless taken out by...
How do i fill out eviction petition holdover
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Answered on August 04, 2025
Dear Bedford Hills Property Owner
New York Court website offers some fillable forms to commence summary proceedings.
But New York court...
If I signed a lease renewal for a rent-stabilized apartment with preferential rent, can I cancel the lease before it renews?
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Answered on August 04, 2025
Dear Manhattan Tenant
There is no way to know based on your information.
Rent Stabilized tenancies are not intended as a month to month...
Can a landlord in NY on day of eviction put belongings out furniture, TV, bed ?
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Answered on August 04, 2025
Dear Highland, New York Tenant:
Was the eviction lawsuit against you prosecuted in the Town of Lloyd Justice Court?
Only the Sheriff, not...
Is there anything I can do in this situation ?
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Answered on August 04, 2025
Dear Binghamton Vehicle Owner
Did you mean that police did not arrest your friend, investigate the accident and you did not file the MV104 with...
Will my friend be evicted from his apartment for excessive noise complaints in housing court?
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Answered on August 03, 2025
Your friend should start with information from the Housing Court website.
The judgment for eviction cannot happen without the tenant losing the...
Can someone put a restraining order on you from a text months ago?
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Answered on August 02, 2025
Only a judge may issue a stay-away or no-contact order or order of protection. Your landlord cannot do so on her...
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