Can I write a letter to adjourn a arraignment conference date at traffic court?

It is extremely likely that a court will grant you an adjournment under these circumstances. Don't wait until the last minute. Call the court and...

Is an equal opportunity harasser a valid defense in New York?

This defense is available to employers in New York. See Brennan v. Metro. Opera Ass'n, 192 F.3d 310 (2d Cir. 1999) ("[A]n environment which is...

Do I have a chance for a law suite against my employer USPS for discrimination?

It sounds like your employer may not be providing you with a reasonable accommodation for a known disability. This can be a form of a disability...

How do I take the steps to sue a Rental Property Company?

If your landlord destroyed and discarded your belongings without storing them for a reasonable amount of time (usually 30 days) after you were...

You can bring a lawsuit against the landlord for attempting to unlawfully evict you from the property. However, lawsuits are expensive and you...

Can I kick my adult child out of my home as trespasser??

You are not simply allowed to kick your son out as a trespasser. You can bring an action for ejectment, although you may be able to get him out in...

Can my landlord charge me for having a pet when I move out?

Dear Albany Tenant: My general advice to you would be to document the condition of the unit thoroughly (photographs, video, etc.) and request a...

Can I kick my wife out of our rented apartment?

The short answer is no, you cannot kick her out of the apartment. Self-help evictions (i.e., kicking someone out and changing the locks) are not...

Signed lease with old employer prior to buying his practice.

You cannot modify the lease without the consent of all other parties to the Agreement. However, I am assuming that the subsequent purchase of your...

Sexual harassment?

While I understand you may be looking for a "yes" or "no" answer as to whether or not you should report this incident, in my opinion your situation...