Tenant safty during construction?

Dear Astoria Tenant: If your landlord, the general contractor, architect, engineer, comply with local NYC law, part of the process to secure a...

Dear Brooklyn Resident: You did not state that you were unable to secure a NYS Photo ID (non-driver). If you are able to do so, that will...

What are my rites as a tenant ?

Dear Astoria Tenant: One of the few legal transactions in NY State where "bait and switch" often succeeds is with a residential lease. NY Courts...

Can rent controlled tenants and neighbor tenants be evicted and held liable for damages from causing a fire in the building?

A NYC landlord may terminate a tenancy of a Rent Stabilized tenant on nuisance grounds or based on objectionable conduct as defined in the lease....

Dear Wappingers Falls Property Owner: The "easement" was disclosed; your attorney and the title company knew about the easement. It is a public...

How to transfer a rent-controlled lease agreement?

Dear Manhattan Tenant: Your hope for a succession tenancy does not easily match any statutory provision. If you intend to take over this tenancy...

Can I sue my landlord for back rent due to unlivable housing standards ?

Dear Brooklyn Tenant: You could commence an HP Proceeding in Housing Court. That is a special lawsuit designed for tenants to bring the landlord...

Can my wife kick me out of the house n tell me I cannot return?

She could say anything she wants to say. You should protect yourself now with a divorce attorney so you do not make the mistake of voluntarily...

Can I give a roommate on a month to month lease in nyc a 30 day notice in the middle of the month?

Dear Manhattan Tenant No. That is a plan to make an invalid termination notice. The end date is the last day of the month when the rent date is...

Power of Attorney, New York

If you intend the Power of Attorney for a Real Estate transaction allow your attorney to prepare the document for you in a manner that will be...