What are the laws in NY regarding Owner Builders.

I agree with Dana. Also, I would recommend consulting with a local land use or real estate attorney and a local engineer who handles inspections. ...

For a variety of reasons, not every bank will lend on every condominium development. As Steve notes, hire an attorney to advise on your contract...

I recently moved into an apartment and received a receipt for the cash I paid but no lease. What are my rights?

It sounds as if you have an oral month-to-month rental agreement. In order to evict you, your landlord must terminate the tenancy and bring an...

An "at will" employee can be severed for virtually any reason or no reason at all. Use this as an opportunity to find a better job.

If a wife is a beneficiary of an irrevocable life Ins. trust set up by her husband and they divorce, is she still a beneficiary?

Based on the applicable statute, I would want to know more about the beneficiary and terms of the trust.

A week before my father in law passed away at the age of 98 my brother in-law stole one of his business checking

I agree with my colleagues. Considering the amount of money at stake, you should immediately speak to a probate litigator with regard to the...

My 93 y.o. grandmother got evicted from her senior living facility. Now we're being sued for Sept rent. Do we have any defense?

I agree with my colleagues. If your grandmother has spent down her assets, then she likely qualifies for Medicaid, which covers home care and...

Should an LLC own more than one property?

Your instinct is a good one. You should discuss this with a business attorney and accountant to handle the formalities properly.

I think money was left for me how can I find out

If the decedent left a will, when it is probated, it will be a public record on file with the county’s Surrogate’s Court. Executors wait at least...

I'm currently filing an administration surety bond form for deceased mother's estate. How do I answer these questions?

If you are having difficulty with the bond application, you should consider retaining a probate attorney to assist you with the administration...