Is there is difference between the term "trial" and "summary proceeding" involving a winnable illegal sublet in NYC?

A "summary proceeding" is the name for a type of proceeding to recover possession of property. A "trial" is a hearing before a judge or jury where...

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I pay my rent on the first o f every month on time .My landlord served me with a thirty days notice with no reason. This is in

If you are a month to month tenant, your landlord may commence a summary holdover proceeding to remove you from the apartment if you don't move out...

Why would a landlord who feels they can win a case settle?

Going to trial is always a risk. A settlement provides each party with a result with finality. While neither party is totally satisfied, each can...

Does this interfere with your CIvil case to dismiss?i

Reporting the condition to management will not defeat a potential retaliation claim as long as you reported the condition to code enforcement...

If you can prove someone exaggerated their civil case can that be terms of dismissal/mess up their credibility?

The court will have to evaluate the credibility of both sides' witnesses if there is a trial. You should discuss these evidentiary issues with...

My landlord took custody of my personal property and has failed to return it.

The answer to this question is not cut and dry. The court would most likely award you the actual current value of the lost items if you can prove...

Can a lawyer from Long Island represent a tenant in manhattan?if due to register and date passed what does that mean?

It means that the lawyer's biannual registration fee has come due and payable.

I received a notice of garnishment from a NY marshal. Does this notice give me a chance to pay it off before sending to my job

If you begin paying 10% of your gross earnings to the marshal within 30 days of receiving the notice the marshal should not send an additional...

Can you take a tenants subsidy without a judge awarding it first?

If you terminate the tenancy you must return the subsidy portion paid for the period of time after the termination date until you begin a holdover...

Must a GAL start a retaliation proceeding if a hired lawyers brings info to their attention?

The attorney and GAL should be working together. If your GAL is ignoring points brought up by your attorney that are viable defenses in your...