What is the maximum time that a judge allows a tenant to stay in an apartment after a holdover proceeding with a APS case.

The court can allow up to a 6 month stay, however, usually the court will give a shorter period. If you need the full 6 months you would have to...

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

I agree with previous counsel. Your overcharge could be significant and you might be entitled to treble damages and attorneys fees if you are...

How can I evict a roommate?

You have been taking rent from this individual. Did you have any type of written agreement with the individual? You will need to send them a 10 day...

Commercial lease expiring next week, renewal still not signed. Can I be evicted?

the landlord can bring eviction proceedings at the end of your lease if he accepts rent for the month after the lease expires he will create...

The provision is generally that it needs to be within a reasonable amount of time. It must come before you file the Notice of Petition and...

Can I breach the lease agreement due to my landlord increase rent and can I sue the landlord for stealing my belongings?

Generally, you can not breach a lease agreement. There may be certain circumstance in which you may breach the lease, such as, the landlord having...

The security deposit is governed by the terms of the lease agreement. generally speaking if you left the premises at the end of the lease in good...

Does a person have the right to destroy the work carried out if they are not paid?

No the contracter may file a lien and would have to take you to court

Do I have a case to take the landlord and the moving company to court because neither them or the landlord refuse to give a list

It is a good idea for you to talk to an attorney. More information regarding the case is necessary, but in general terms the landlord is supposed...

Is landlord wrong for filing a nonpayment claim and charging us for 2 months? Do we need to pay since apt is illegal?

If in fact the apartment is an illegal apartment you do not have to pay rent. You should however contact an attorney to go to court to defend the...