In your particular situation, the deactivation of your key for constitutes an illegal lockout. You should go to Housing Court and file an Illegal...

What rights does the sublease holder have, if the lease holder does not pay the rent.

You have the right to answer and appear in court since you are in actual occupancy of the apartment. Assuming the tenant does not appear, your...

Evict a tenant due to subleasing

Before you can evict this subtenant you will have to comply with the requirements of your sublease as far as notices are concerned. The tenant may...

I've been living in a apartment owned by nycha I'm not on lease do I have any rights to live in the apt.

Due to your longevity in the apartment your boyfriend may not order you to leave. He would first have to serve you with a notice of termination....

How can I get rid of an unwanted sub let?

Assuming that the 30 day notice was properly served, your mother will need to commence a Holdover action in Housing Court. The 30 day notice must...

How much can i ask for new building owners to buy out my commercial lease with 18months left

If in fact your landlord wants you to vacate because of a demolition, sale or rrenovation this may be an opportunity for a life changing buy out....

Can landlord require tenants visitors to call landlord for approval to visit tenant and give 30 days notice to vacate as well?

The landlord appears to be retaliating and discriminating based on your friend's condition. If you prove retaliation in court your friend will be...

Why i can not get a tenant evicted for non payment on apartment rent ? this is in Bronx NY with three family legal dweling

You will be able to bring an eviction proceeding against your tenant. However, you need to commence a nonpayment proceeding not a holdover.

What are my options when I received a notice to Cure for non primary residence.

If in fact the you are away from the apartment due to extensive travel, the apartment remains your primary residence. If you reside elsewhere you...

How do I protect myself in a non-payment case in LL / Tenant court?

If in fact your building has a J51 abatement then you are most probably rent stabilized. If you are rent stabilized, you are entitled to a lease....