Is this legal? I feel like I've been wronged but would like to know if I would be in the right by making a deal of it?

Hello: I am assuming this is not a union job - if it was, the following does not apply. NY is an "at will" state and your contract with the...

What do I need to do to prove my noise problem in housing court?

Hello: Here is a recent case that shows the type of proofthat is utilized: MATTER OF 2589 WESTSIDE MKT., LLC v. NEW YORK CITY DEPT. OF ENVTL....

Do I have recourse against the real estate broker to get my fee back since they did an illegal deal?

Hi: If your fee paid was 5G or less, you can try small claims court. If broker was licensed and was engaged in a deceptive business practice,...

Hi: To be honest, an attorney would need to go through the file to see what was ordered, agreed, etc. But if you moved to vacate and you...

How is a divorce process handled in a local newspaper?

Hi: See http://www.rurallawcenter.org/docs/Service%20by%20Publication%20Guide.pdf

Can I be sued by my former husband over issues from our divorce nearly 4 years ago?

Hello: Generally it's 6 years for breach of contract actions (if you had a settlement agreement) and as to contempt motions on the judgment....I...

How does a divorce in a newspaper work?

Hello: The court orders the terms of the publication notice and usually it is the name and address of the attorney to be served. You should not...

Can landlord require tenant to pay utility bills that landlord paid for months?

Hello: Of course landlord can bring action. Tenant's defenses would include estoppel and laches. Court will make decision. No one can predict.

Can I sue the landlord

Hello: Are you in subsidized housing? If so, criminal activity can certainly be grounds for landlord to evict but this is a process. If you...

If he visits NY, can I have him served here even though he lives in Pennsylvania or does he have to be served in Pennsylvania?

Hello: In addition to the above, make sure you meet NY residency requirements for NY divorce (I am not sure if you just moved from PA based upon...