In nyc when a landlord is serve with a show cause, can landlord offer evidence that the tenant had time to move or pay his rent.

You can consult with your attorney about preparing opposition papers to the tenant's order to show cause. While the court will be mindful of the...

How to or explanation of writing "a short and plain statement of the claim that the pleader is entitled to relief"

You should summarize your case as concisely as possible while containing all of your facts.

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Do I send a new Preferential Rent Rider with the Renewal Lease Form RTP-8 sent to the tenant? If so, when do I send it?

You should send the preferential rent rider simultaneously with the renewal lease form.

Tenant Eviction

You should consult your attorney about this matter in order to avoid the tenant claiming that you destroyed her belongings. If you do not have an...

Can a tenant take me to small claims for unsafe living conditions?

The tenant can sue you but the case should be dismissed because the same issues have already been litigated between the same parties. The tenant's...

My neighbors are pot heads and play loud music

You should notify management in writing of these conditions. Specify the days and times you smell marijuana. If management fails to take action...

My rent has been paid for the last three years by corporate check ,

Most leases provide that the landlord only has to accept rent directly from the tenant and that a course of action of accepting rent from some...

Is it illegal to request back payments directly from a subtenant in NY if social services pay their rent? Or do you sue S.S.?

You must sue your subtenant if she owes you rent, which is an involved process. Did you speak to her about why you are not receiving her shelter...

I have parked in my driveway for the past 35 years do I have the right to the driveway ? I live in brooklyn NY

You need to have an attorney review your deed to see if the driveway is located on your property or your neighbor's and, if not located on your...

A charge for repair (garage cable snapped), and was paid for by old board, now the new board has deemed this charge ineligible..

You need to have an attorney review your condominium documents to determine whether or not the new board can overrule the prior board's determination.