Questions answered by Richard J. Chertock

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Can the judge punish the landlord if so in what way ?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 03, 2015

A landlord can not evict you as retaliation for filing a complaint. You can use this as a defense to any eviction action. The landlord can not...

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How does a new corporation appoint directors? What written instrument is used to record and prove such an action?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 03, 2015

You need to hold a meeting of the board of directors and the shareholders then have minutes and resolutions drafted appointing the officers and...

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By law how long do i have to keep his property he has not picked up?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 03, 2015

A little more detail would be helpful, but generally speaking you are not obligated to keep his belongings for any set period of time. You should...

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Is it customary for a tenant to have to pay 50 percent of store taxes annually in a restaurant lease?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 03, 2015

On a commercial lease it is common to charge taxes increases over the base year as additional rent in an amount equivalent to the percentage of...

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Am I responsible for paying the taxes stated in my lease?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 01, 2015

Yes you have to pay the taxes if your Lear privides for same.

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Can a start a new business without my partner?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 01, 2015

You should seek the advice of a business attorney. You need to force a dissolution of the LLC. If you simply form a new LLC and use the code its a...

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I rented a house for a week in NY. Landlord refuses to return security. Claiming damage to a tree on his property what to do?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 01, 2015

Attorney General's office was right. You need to sue in small claims court to get your money back.

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Am I a holdover tenant? My landlord loves to sue me. She sued me once. How can I protect myself from other potential lawsuits?

Richard's answer | Answered on December 01, 2015

you can not prevent the landlord from suing as she can bring suit at any time for any reason. You can protect yourself by documenting all the...

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Mold in our bathroom & because of that my son has been suffering with his tonsils and now has to have them removed...

Richard's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

You can file a complaint with 311 about the mold. You should also consult with a personal injury attorney to determine if you have an action for...

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Should our atty gone ahead with the mork closing without further dialog? What are our options now?The buyer was getting a mtg.

Richard's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

There are some facts missing and there must be more to this story as your attorney sent a demand and you were aware of it. What do you mean be a...

Richard J. Chertock's Answers (6608)

Can the judge punish the landlord if so in what way ?

How does a new corporation appoint directors? What written instrument is used to record and prove such an action?

By law how long do i have to keep his property he has not picked up?

Is it customary for a tenant to have to pay 50 percent of store taxes annually in a restaurant lease?

Am I responsible for paying the taxes stated in my lease?

Can a start a new business without my partner?

I rented a house for a week in NY. Landlord refuses to return security. Claiming damage to a tree on his property what to do?

Am I a holdover tenant? My landlord loves to sue me. She sued me once. How can I protect myself from other potential lawsuits?

Mold in our bathroom & because of that my son has been suffering with his tonsils and now has to have them removed...

Should our atty gone ahead with the mork closing without further dialog? What are our options now?The buyer was getting a mtg.