My contract said work would start when approvals were in place. Gave $9K (30%) deposit to GC to pay engineer to begin process.

The transaction will be governed by the contract you signed, including requirements for a cure period and termination. It sounds like the GB is...

Should rent be refunded after signing of lease, it prospective tenants discovered problems with apartment before moving in

It is impossible to answer your question without additional information. What "rent" was paid? What the lease say about warranties? Are the...

How would realestate and auto mobiles be affected by a will?

Unless there was undue influence or some other reason to suspect that the transfer was improper (and thus support a challenge to that transfer),...

I provide landscaping services to a property owner in New York State two years ago. I was paid only for 1/2. Were am I legally.

If your claim arises from work performed in Sullivan County, you can start an action in Sullivan County Court (for matters less than $25,000) for...

A resident of NY dies intestate after 1 of 2 children dies. Is the estate split btw remaining child and deceased siblings child?

A living will lacks the essential elements of a will and, as a result, the Surrogate will not (and cannot) direct that the property be distributed...

My ex- estate attorney will not give me back my financials stored on her computer. I know and can prove she has them but won't

I agree with the other attorney. You must demand return of the financial, in writing, and send that demand via courier (FedEx) or Certified Mail...

What if the will you have is a will that was made without a lawyer?

The answer to your question depends entirely on what is contained in the will. A will does not need to be drafted by a lawyer, but New York State...

Is this a good case? What is the possible outcome as far as settlement numbers are

You must file with the EEOC immediately. There is a statutory limitation on the time you have to file with them (180 days) so do not delay,...

No. This gives rise to several potential causes of action, including tortious interference with a contract. You should send your former employer...

New attorney

In order to successfully win an action for injuries caused by a car accident in New York State, your injuries must arise to a certain legal...