Do I have a claim to debt owed to me by a roommate if we did not sign a contract?

I agree with Mary Katherine. You likely have a claim. If under $5000 in NYC, you go to small claims court where she said, on the top floor.

What constitutes a breach of contract

This whole thing sounds like a scam to me. Be glad you did not pay the $300, and if you want to make contact with investors, contact a venture...

I was renting an apartment through an illegal sublet, can I be sued for rent owed if there was no signed agreement

Anyone can sue anyone for anything if they pay the filing fee. So the short answer to your question is you can be sued. However, in NYC you have...

Is there a way to unfreeze my business bank account?

If the judgment was entered on default, you might be able to get it vacated so you can defend, or settle the suit. This can be done by a motion on...

I have a judgement against me but my credit report estimates the debt to be removed next summer, will it be or should i pay it??

The better idea is to get the judgment vacated by moving in court. If the lawyer does not respond to the case, you will get it eliminated. This...

Are NY business checking accounts subject to exempt funds or limits like the 2500.00 or 1740.00 when levied?

If the money is in the account, you will get the full amount due, less only an administrative fee. If you have hit an empty account, you will get...

May a New York lawyer refuse to be substituted out of a case where he is owed unpaid fees?

It should not hold up your case at all. Multiple attorneys can appear for a party. The fee dispute is separate.

Getting sue by credit card company for 1,545.41 in NY

You have an immediate issue and a larger issue. The immediate issue is the case. You need to go to Civil Court at 141 Livingston Street, and...

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Can a S-Corp continue business after individual Banktuprcy Dischrage

Mr. Falcone is correct. Talk to your accountant and see if it makes more sense to start a new corporation, free of these problems, or continue...

Car dealership and Loan cancelation

I would assume you have a valid loan. If you do not have the car, you need to call the district attorney. There may be a criminal issue. You...