What are my legal rights to get back my security deposit on an apartment I have rented?

Janelle, my fellow counsel's answers are excellent. I will add only that I have seen courts determine that minor holes for wall hangings are...

What can I do if I found out that I am living in a foreclosed home paying rent

Your claim for a refund would be difficult in both the prosecution and the recovery. It is likely that any judgment against your friend would be...

You mention the lease ending soon but do not provide the date. This is vital because it appears as though your desire is to rid yourself of this...

Should I file a rent overcharge complaint through NYC DHCR, or should I seek legal counsel and start a lawsuit?

The restoration of the rent was the result of the Landlord's actions. It is exercising its rights, there is no reason for you not to exercise...

Can a roommate eviction case end up on the tenant blacklist?

Addressing your third point, it would be improper for an attorney to advise you to violate the terms of your agreement to pay rent. Moreover, if...

Will our tenants get more time before being evicted?

Mr. Treiman is correct, more facts would be helpful but it is not uncommon for a tenant to get more time when they cannot comply with an agreed...

Can a large company/developer with multifamily housing units charge different prices for monthly rent for the same unit ?

Leases that are not administered to by a State or Federal agency or subject to rent regulation are negotiable.

Do you handle civil courts? I am in need of legal advice.

Was it only the apartment that was damaged or did you suffer damages to your personal belongings and or body?

Can I be the buyer, broker and attorney on a real estate purchase?

I do not see any conflicts provided that you are purchasing as an individual.

How do you evict an occupant from a house bought on Auction.com?

I practice in evictions in New York so my knowledge is location specific but generally speaking once title is transferred the occupants rights,...