Can I get my money back from my landlord? My apartment got damaged by Sandy.

Sue in small claims court for up to $5,000 or file a proceeding in landlord ten at court for a rent abatement.

Speak to a local tenant attorney. There is a difference between an eviction proceeding and not renewing a lease. There are different standards....

Interrupting an annuity

Speak to other companies there are other options. A lot of variables such as the amount of the annuity, age of the recipient, and reason for the...

What happens with the first time home buyers tax credit?

Depends on who owns the house. Who is on the deed when purchased? See a tax accountant immediately. There is a repayment provision for the credit...

Tax refund?

Need more details. Is there an order for spousal maintenance , do you live together or apart, will your wife agree to sign the return, what the tax...

Emergeny transfer out of NYCHA

See a landlord tenant attorney. Also see the housing manager for NYCHA.

Does an Assistant Principal have the right to delete all contents on a students I-Pod touch without parents consent?

Depends on the school's rules regarding I pod's. Speak to an attorney about the bullying issue.

I need to know if I should add my husband name to his cousin's existing business or should I create a new business name?

Really a corporation question. Your husband should either have a corporation in his name or have a shareholders agreement with his cousin. Need to...

I am a Grandparent that has petitioned court for visitation. court date is Dec. 14th. What sort of documents should i bring?

Any prior family court orders are helpful. I suggest you consult with an attorney well versed in family law. Bring a chronology of your history...

If there was physical abuse in a marriage to an enlisted spouse, can he get any type of custody of our child?

You should file for sole custody immediately. You can also file for an order of protection. Speak to an attorney to decide whether you qualify for...