This type of work almost certainly constitutes "home improvement" work and will subject the contractor to the rules and regulations that govern...

What should I do about a contractor who was hired and didn't do the agreed upon work. I asked for and haven't received a refund.

When a contractor performs "home improvement" work in Nassau County he or she is subject to the rules governing home improvement contractors. ...

Am I liable for the permits and expenses for the violation?

In NYC Building Code violations are typically issued to the owner of the building if if the construction is being performed as part of a tenant...

If a contractor (including an electrician) performs defective or deficient work then you can commence a lawsuit to recover the additional costs...

Under New York law engineers do have lien rights but it depends on the nature of the work that they perform. Based upon your description, it is...

If homeowner chooses to bond a mechanic's lien, what methods of service of the bond for mechanics lien are permitted? i

The most common practice that I have seen is serving the discharge bond by certified mail but you can also serve through a process server. Lien...

If i have a judgment filed against me on a former property but not on my current home does the judgement follow me?

Once a judgment has been recorded with the County Clerk's office it will attach to any real property you own in that County. The judgment will...

This is a very common situation in New York City. If you refuse permission then the developer/neighbor can seek a Court order under RPAPL Section...

Under New York law, if the construction contract is a "home improvement contract" then you have an absolute right to cancel the contract before...

NYC Department of Consumer Affairs awarded settlement in homeowner dispute with contractor but he refuses to pay. Next steps?

After a settlement between a contractor and a homeowner through NYC DCA "what you can do" is largely guided by the terms of the settlement...