What can I do regarding a significant increase in my rent

To answer directly: probably yes if this is not a regulated apartment. You should never wait to bring up issues with repairs or other matters....

I do not disagree with my learned colleagues on this, and they are correct that you may not have a valid claim to terminate the lease for cause...

Fake consultants

There are so many false consultants out there. This is a real issue, but unless they are a law firm, or owned by a law firm (or a doctor, etc. with...

I understand this issue and have had it personally as I operate an LLC and a PLLC. The good news is that you don't have to worry about your...

Usually (at least in New York) we see LLCs make a minimum tax distribution to cover any taxes, and it is not uncommon for one member to take more...

If I don't fulfill publishing requirement for my NYS LLc will I still be able to file taxes

You can still file taxes and conduct business, but you may not be able to use the Courts to sue (if the other side's attorney checks; I always do)....

Well, you can certainly ask the Court as part of your summary proceeding for damages, but you are likely to be told this is a separate action for...