You should call 311 and have an inspector come out to place a violation for beg bugs. You could also start an HP proceeding to force your landlord...

Technically speaking, New York allows for self-help eviction in a commercial leasehold, in certain situations and so long as the lease provides for...

Hi, We rented a house in NY state on Set. 2012. It was a year lease we signed. One month security was given.

They are technically not supposed to keep security for anything else except damage to the apt caused by you (unless the lease specifically provides...

Mr Smollens gave an excellent answer to your question. Notwithstanding what the housing maintenance code provides, the language in the lease or any...

Can my ex landlord do this?

It's not clear from the facts you have whether the dismissal of the prior action was with or without prejudice. Technically, if you don't live...

I would like to purchase a building. The issue is, there is 100% occupancy renting the apartments.

You really need to hire an attorney to perform a lease audit of the building prior to agreeing to purchase it. You can't give enough information...

Exactly as Mr. Bianchi answered, if the apartment is illegal you don't have to pay rent. Even if it becomes legal at some point in the future, your...

If a tenant has a month to month lease and is given 2 months notice to leave can the landlord change the locks two days later?

As everyone else has stated, the landlord may not engage in a self help eviction; a court proceeding must be commenced against you, and a warrant...

Can a landlord keep money from a security deposit for cleaning issues above and beyond how the tenants received the apartment?

You should consult with an attorney about your specific situation. Security cannot be kept for ordinary wear and tear. The lease may provide that...

Is the corporate entity that owns the property registered with the New York State Department Division of Corporations? You can get the ownership...