Does the tenant have grounds for constructive eviction?

Without seeing the lease, a definitive answer is not possible, but assuming it is can be demonstrated the floor was improperly installed , the...

I want to know if there is any way to stop extradition for someone

Do you mean extradition internationally or extradition to another state. I don't practice in this area, but to my understanding preventing...

I need a Criminal Defense Lawyer on behalf of a loved one - pro bono

Perhaps the attorney who is handling the lawsuit against the NYPD can handle it, or recommend someone, as he has an interests in your friend having...

What is the law regarding working women and maternity leave?

Much depends on the type of employer you work for. The last question is the easiest - there is no requirement that an employer pay for maternity...

I loaned money to a friend. I have his land as collateral - am I protected for my loan amount in the event he goes bankrupt?

When you say you are the first lienholder on the land, do you mean you have a mortgage or some other document showing that you have a lien. Is...

One bedbug bite does not a lawsuit make, but it appears that you are more interested in getting out of the lease and finding a new apartment than...

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Is it possible to sue my employer as I was fired for making too much money and they forced me to work overtime? I live in NY.

You can't fire an employer who forced you to make too much money. If your employer required overtime, and did not pay you time and a half, you may...

My wife wants to leave me and my two kids. she says she will still help with the morgage and help with the bills til the house

If she leaves, it would be considered abandonment, but New York is now a no fault state, and it doesn't matter. You should schedule an appointment...

I need help figuring out if I can sue in a NYC small claims court over the following issue.

You can sue her for the work you put in. She will no doubt counterclaim for the damage you did to her gown, claiming it was a thousand dollar gown....

Where kind i find a GOOD prosecution lawyer that can help me sue the pedophile that molested me

I've responded a bit to your previous posts, and agree with Mr. Haber that all future communications need to be directly with an attorney. Very...