In my studio apartment for almost 2 years absentee landlord. new people moved upstairs 3 months ago

you have a right to peaceful enjoyment of your apartment. However, noise cases are very tricky, you should call the environmental protection agency...

Withholding rent is never a viable option. You should write a letter to the landlord informing him of whats going on send letter certified mail.

Do landlords have the right to keep the security deposit if they feel notice to vacate was not done properly?

you can end the lease provided you end it at the date you was paying your rent. If you paid on the 15th of each month then you must serve your...

My wife threw me out of MY house that was secured by a prenup. Does she has the legal right to do this? Can i do anything?

Your wife cannot throw you out of the marital residence. However, if she obtain an Order of protection against you, then you have to leave if the...

Wills in New York City

You can't disinherit your spouse. Your spouse is entitle to 1/3 of your over all asset. You can disinherit your children. You can leave all your...

Divorce Dragging on four years and counting; no end in sight

Ask your attorney how long the divorce will take. However, your attorney cannot determine the amount of time it will take. It depends on your...

I am landlord, tenant moved in with a dog. There is no mention in the lease and he never mentioned it. Can I evict?

If the lease is silent as to "no pet", the tenant is allowed to keep the dog

I am the executor to my father's estate. I wanted to know when the estate will be disbursed completely.

If you are the beneficiary under the Last Will and Testament, you should have been paid already. However, you must pay all creditor to the estate....

I'm U.S. Citizen living in NY. I married in a foreign country. Can I file for divorce in NY state?

Yes, you can apply for divorce in NY. New York has jurisdiction because you have been living here for 1 year. But, you still have to serve your...

I want to know if I'm Divorced and can I appeal it?

Under NY Divorce law there must be personal service upon the defendant. If you were not personally served, then you can reopen the action....