What are legal rights of unmarried couple living together for 33yrs and one passed

Regardless of the longterm nature of the relationship, for most purposes you are considered legal strangers. For example, you do not acquire any...

What court do I need to go to, to fight a wage garnishment in NYC? I live in Bronx County.

You can apply for an Order to Show Cause from the Court that issued the judgment that the garnishment is working to satisfy. The Marshal should be...

Who inherits real estate property after parent dies with step children?

If full ownership of the house legally passed to the then surviving spouse, she would be free to do as pleased with the property by her will or in...

Does my mom need apply for the administration from the surrogate court, even she had power of attorney to closing the house?

Although I agree with my colleagues that the power of attorney terminated at the time of death, whether your mom can have Letters issued by the...

Are you living in a rent regulated apartment? Although there ae other issues to address, if the property is not rent regulated, the amount of rent...

What happens to an arrears in child support if the dependant gets married before the child 21st birthday.

You continue to be obligated to pay the child support arrears to the parent as previously directed.

How can I get a home back that I purchased over a year ago with an ex boyfriend?

Although I agree with my colleagues that you have the right to move back into the property, I would be reluctant to encourage you to actually do...

While living in the shelter, how can I get "quiet time" while a shelter building is under consrrucrion?

We live in a heavily populated city that is virtually always undergoing some type of construction. To accommodate these construction needs,...

Can a landlord deduct funds from a tenant's security deposit for a small torn patch in the carpet that has been repaired?

If you are unable to negotiate a settlement of this dispute that you are happy with, I suggest bringing a small claims case. It can be a bit time...

What should i do

You should consult with a personal injury lawyer. You can use the Find a Lawyer tabl on the top of the page to find one in your area.