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What are my options that I can get rid of the situation and keep my baby on the way and my 8 y.o.daughter safe with me?
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Answered on April 22, 2014
Not legal advice, the others have already done that, but a personal question. Have you considered counseling or therapy? Maybe he (and you) can...
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What should I do if my landlord doesn't want to give me a new lease?
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Answered on April 21, 2014
If it's a free-market apartment, there's nothing you can do - other than asking nicely.
What is the statute of limitation on debt disposed case?
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Answered on April 21, 2014
"Disposed" how? If you have a judgment(s) against you, they're good for 10 years and can be renewed for another 10. If they were disposed of and...
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Tenancy is saying three people can't live in the one bed room need help can't afford to move
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Answered on April 17, 2014
Mr. Bianchi already gave you a great answer here: http://www.avvo.com/legal-answers/my-wife-rents-a-one-bedroom-apt-that-three-family--1683936.html
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Do property owners tend to spend more money on fighting cases then tenants?
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Answered on April 17, 2014
Putting aside the obvious - legal fees - I think the cost of an eviction is much greater on the landlord's side, since the landlord is almost...
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Do I need to pay the standard monthly rent plus the amount in the court orders?
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Answered on April 11, 2014
Probably, but it will really depend on the agreement you signed. Does it address this contingency?
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When starting a housing case against a tenant & you don't have any written dates/times of incidents that breached the lease?
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Answered on April 11, 2014
The facts are the facts no matter how they can be demonstrated. Documented evidence is great, but live cross-examinable witnesses can be just as...
Why would a landlord ask a tenant to "waive their right to challenge" in civil housing court?
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Answered on April 11, 2014
Everyone does have the right to sue, you are correct. Are you asking about a lease provision? Assuming so, the usual clause says that the tenant...
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I signed a stipulation in housing court to pay back rent. How can i stop eviction proceeding, If i need more time.
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Answered on April 11, 2014
I don't fully understand all the details you have provided, but if you signed a stipulation to pay back rent and are unable to do so, presumably...
Can an attorney help us with a bad contractor?
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Answered on April 10, 2014
Mr. Tupitza has offered the best suggestion for starters.. confirm whether he's a licensed contractor. NY takes a very hard line approach to...