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I am looking for an atty that's an advocate for coop s/h in westchester county. how do i find such a person?
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Answered on May 17, 2020
You can immediately file a Human Rights & Fair Housing Complaint with New York State Attorney General. If necessary litigation can be commenced...
Can someone be evicted for being caught with a washing machine in their apartment that doesn't allow one?
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Answered on May 16, 2020
If your brother receives a Notice To Cure from his landlord, he will have 10 days to remove the washing machine. If he does not comply, his...
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Terminating an apartment lease-agreement because due to COVID-19 the apartment is no longer in use.
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Answered on May 14, 2020
You should attempt to negotiate an "exit" settlement with your landlord. It is not unreasonable for the landlord to agree to keep the security plus...
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Who is responsible for flood damage in a rent stabilized unit?
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Answered on May 14, 2020
You should immediately contact your renter's insurance company. Your insurance adjuster will make the determination as to liability. If you do not...
Landlord wants to pay me to leave my apartment. What are my rights?
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Answered on May 14, 2020
Depending on whether or not your apartment is rent stabilized, the length of your lease and the reason that your landlord wants to recover your...
Is joint and several liability implied in residential leases in NY?
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Answered on May 12, 2020
Unless there is a clause to the contrary in the lease, both individuals are jointly and severally liable for the monetary obligations under the lease.
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How can I get rid of a person who has not paid rent, id's a header causing health problem and isn't even staying in the apt.?
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Answered on May 11, 2020
You will need to file with the Surrogates Court for administration of your father's estate. After you are appointed Administrator you can then...
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Can I sue over an illegally deregulated apartment I no longer live in?
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Answered on May 08, 2020
Yes..you can fike an overcharge complaint with the Division of Housing and Community Renewal Housing and Community Renewa. You do not need to be...
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My 90 day. Notice to vacate my apartment end this month what are my rights during this covid 19 pandemic ?
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Answered on May 03, 2020
You do not have to voluntarily vacated your apartment when the notice expires. When court reopens your landlord can file a holdover eviction action...
Astoria NY apartment not registered with HPD and we think current certificate of occupancy is not valid, do we have to pay rent?
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Answered on May 03, 2020
You should call 311 and request an inspection from the Department of Buildings. If a violation is issued for your apartment as being illegal, you...