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What is the validity of this literary agency-author contract, as the agent never even gave a countersignature?
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Answered on May 26, 2016
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On the other hand, there was a decision in William Morris Endeavor Entertainment, LLC v. Rivera, 2014 NY Slip Op. 50458(U), dismissing...
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If I win my eviction case or Attorney General reinstates me back in my house, how long can I stay before I am evicted again?
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Answered on May 26, 2016
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You might want to have counsel and advise you of your rights under New York Real Property Law § 223-b.
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Why is harassment not criminal & how much are triple damages if one proves a tenant (me) was forced out because of retaliation?
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Answered on May 26, 2016
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May I suggest that if you are SSI, you may be eligible for free legal services through Nassau Suffolk Law Services. Contact them.
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Given my preferential-rent status, which legally can be revoked in the future, do I sign a one-year lease or a 2? HELP!
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Answered on May 26, 2016
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Regarding your preferential rent issue, see http://metcouncilonhousing.org/help_and_answers/preferential_rents
You have a business...
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Is there a problem on having my divorce and his divorce going on ? How can he not know that he was divorced ? What should I do ?
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Answered on May 26, 2016
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Without addressing the issue of whether the paralegal was engaging in the practice of law, the main issue would appear to me as to...
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Is there a way I can get out of the loan, or do I just have to wait until the car is repossessed and hope it isn't redeemed?
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Answered on May 25, 2016
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If you cosigned on a loan, only the lender can release you from that with a signed agreement as the loan will state that it cannot be...
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I want to change my passport back to my maiden name, what do I need to do?
Can I apply for child support in NY state?
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Answered on May 25, 2016
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I do suggest counsel too but I also note:
1. Name changes can be done pro se. The NYS Court web site has a DIY program.
2. Family...
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Is it legal to break a rental agreement if we feel threatened for our lives, and the landlord states he isn't getting involved
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Answered on May 25, 2016
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In addition to the above, in negligence cases when a tenant is harmed or injured, Landlords have a common-law duty to take minimal...
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Will New York Courts grant joint custody after a custody trial? How do I get full custody?
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Answered on May 24, 2016
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Legal custody is decision making. Physical custody is where child resides.
Joint legal custody would probably be held to be...
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Can the landlord evict me with no reason? What my rights are? What should I do?
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Answered on May 24, 2016
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Although a month to month tenancy (I am assuming this is not a rent regulated apartment) can be terminated by either party upon proper...
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