Is it legal for a store owner to change your commission rate if they don't actually pay you?

Unless you had a written agreement the commission rate can be changed.

Landlord- tenant: How can tenant get access to affidavit of service of petition nonpayment?

you should be able to obtain a copy of the affidavit of service from the clerk of the court.

As noted a contract is not binding unless signed by all parties. You should consult with a business lawyer.

You can be evicted and he is entitled to rent for the house. You should look for a more affordable option and seek child support from him for your...

Lack of heat question in NYC

This is not a case that can be taken on a contingent fee basis as a court will not award damages. As for pro bono representation try the legal aid...

A tenant moved out after her lease end without cleaning and ruined personal property .Can I deduct it from her security deposit?

If your sublease agreement provided for a security deposit for damages and specifically stated that the premises had to be returned in a clean...

My mother died, owning real estate in an S corp. Can I continue to use the subS corp and get the stepped up basis?

Techically the property belongs to the corporation, not your mother. The shares of the corporation held by your mother now belong to her estate. ...

Most small estates should be settled within about 6 months of probating the will, however, every estate is different and there could be many...

I saw a commercial property being rented by a landlord but going through his broker. i like the place and is interested in it.

You contact the broker, find out what they are asking for rent and what term they are looking for. Make sure it can be used for the business and...

Do I need an attorney?

You don't have any ownership inerest in the house by virtue of having paid for utilities or improvements. It may be possible to claim some interest...