Chertock and Smollens are both correct but I want to offer some practical advice. You're being "constructively evicted." Find a new place and...

Landlord taking me to court for January and February 2018 rent?

Mr. Chertock is correct but I want to point out that if you leave behind any damage (or the landlord "claims" you did) the landlord can also sue...

Mr. Chertock is correct but I get the sense you already took delivery and that's why you scheduled the installation for March 20. I still think...

Kicked out of my house by his wife

I do not understand the question. You started by saying your brother is being kicked out of YOUR house by HIS wife. Then you mention he's been...

Should I sue both property management and owner for deposit?

It sounds like a wash. You do not need judicial intervention to see that (1) they will probably owe you the deposit and (2) you will probably owe...

If you pay your rent with a money order and write on there feb March rent can the landlord take that payment and use it for lat?

If there are entitled to late fees, then yes, they are entitled to apply your payment to the running balance.

Rent Stabilized tenant living in a NYC cooperative. Building is allowing too much construction work. What are my rights?

How many other units in the building are similarly affected by the construction? Are other owners/tenants complaining?

If it's not rent controlled or stabilized, the clause permitting an increase in rent (which your boyfriend apparently agreed to when he signed it)...

I have got a court notice for eviction

Yes, you can show up and say you need an adjournment to obtain counsel. Sister should call the court herself and explain her need for an...

How much should much money should be returned on a vacant commercial lot rental?

I agree with Mr. Smollens but would try to argue with the proposed tenant that you held the space off the market for this month and that he's not...