My landlord lives overseas. Do I have a case against the real estate agent who signed the lease on his behalf?
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Answered on July 18, 2016
You should consult with a local attorney. There are ways to get personal jurisdiction over a foreign entity. You may have to spend some money. I...
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Can I use a non judicial foreclosure to foreclose on a private loan on land in NYS
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Answered on July 18, 2016
No, not in NY. You will have to commence an action.
Can I sue the landlord for black mold problems as I have asthma and severe allergies which of been activated by the mold ?
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Answered on July 15, 2016
Yes you can sue. These can be difficult cases and can be expensive to bring. Mold is abundant in nature and not all molds are harmful. You would...
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Joint ownership of a property and one party wants to sell stake. What are our options?
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Answered on July 15, 2016
Your question correctly spells out your options. Was there an agreement when you took the property? If so there could be additional...
What is a "discontinuance and canceling of notice of pendency" mean?
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Answered on July 14, 2016
A Lis Pendens is filed to put the world on notice that there is a potential claim that could affect the real property. It would be discontinued...
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Where can you get a disclaimer of interest paper for a will
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Answered on July 14, 2016
If the person has passed you will be contacted by the executor. You can renounce at that time. If the person is alive there is no such thing.
Can I sue my employer for falling off an unsecured ladder at work?
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Answered on July 14, 2016
As a general rule you cannot sue your employer for a work related injury. Normally workers compensation is your sole remedy. There could be a...
In NYS, can a quitclaim deed be written up on any paper or is there "official" paper/form needed?
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Answered on July 14, 2016
There is no magic paper or form. The document does however have to meet certain filing requirements (font size, etc.) The document also requires...
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How much does it cost in New York (and how to do it cheaper) to remove ex spouse's name
off the property deed?
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Answered on July 14, 2016
To remove him from the deed you would need to file a new deed. You will incur expenses to prepare and file the deed. There really is no cheaper...
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What is a fair representation fee (percentage of recovery) for a whistleblower case?
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Answered on July 13, 2016
It is hard to tell what is fair until the end of the case. From your question it is impossible to tell how much time will be spent or what the...
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