Can I take my neighbor to Small Claims Court for the damage in my condo after his insurance company determined he wasn't liable?
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Answered on March 12, 2020
Sure sue in Small Claims Court. Insurance would not cover your neighbor for an intentional wrongful act. A leak through a terrace is not...
If i lose a NY civil case or it's dismissed as frivolous, can i be sued for the other party's attorney fees?
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Answered on March 12, 2020
The Court could impose sanctions on your attorney as well. You had three attorneys turn down a chance to earn money with independently provided...
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Does it matter in which part of Pennsylvania I hire a lawyer?
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Answered on March 12, 2020
Likely the lawsuit is filed in the county where the contractor maintains the business. At least that's how you would do so in NYS. So ask the PA...
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Is this illegal to gang up on (3) scream and threaten a roommate (me)that you will nail there window shut if they open it again?
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Answered on March 11, 2020
Dear Buffalo Tenant:
No. Threatening violence is a crime. So is poisoning the indoor environment with feline pollution. Your simplest solution...
What is the LEGAL process to sublet an apartment/room? I think I am in an "unofficial" situation and they are taking advantage.
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Answered on March 11, 2020
Dear Buffalo Tenant
Your living situation calls for you to secure your own nearby attorney. If described accurately, the landlord has no legal...
Will a case be dismissed for improper service?
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Answered on March 11, 2020
Dear Manhattan Litigant
If the lawsuit is in Civil Court or in Supreme Court and the service you challenge is a Summons and Complaint, the...
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Can I get my last month rent back when I sign the lease renewal?
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Answered on March 10, 2020
You are entitled to demand one month of the two month tenant security deposit at the time of lease renewal. At lease renewal, the new law, limits...
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Am I protected by the new rent laws?What can I do?Management are beyond shady slumlords. heeeeeelp
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Answered on March 10, 2020
Dear Manhattan Tenant:
It is correct that a Rent Stabilized tenant is in breach of the lease as well as the Rent Stabilization Law when refusing...
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Does does the 14 day notice have to be reissued??
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Answered on March 10, 2020
Dear Highland Tenant
If the Court merely transferred the original lawsuit to the appropriate court, even without an order to dismiss or a...
What recourse do I have when a client doesn't want to pay my invoices for service render that are over 30 days?
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Answered on March 09, 2020
Dear Manhattan Vendor
NYS operates with a six year statute of limitations on claims for damages based on a breach of contract.
If the...
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