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Hi, I am a tenant, I was just served with a Marshall's notice. How much time can I ask for in court and what proof do I need?
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Answered on January 07, 2014
A NYC Housing Court Judge has discretion to stay execution on a warrant of eviction from 10 days to six months. The timeframe that a Judge will...
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How can I prevent landlord from using my electric line?
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Answered on January 07, 2014
As the prior attorney indicated you can contact the NYPD for theft of services. If, however, the NYPD fails to take action you could seek an...
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How long time on average is it taking Judges in Queens County, NY to issue ruling and sign off on the final divorce order?
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Answered on December 30, 2013
It really depends on the Judge handling the case and their case load. However, in Queens, New York, you are usually looking at six (6) months for...
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1) SHOULD I SPEND THE MONEY FOR SMALL CLAIMS TO GET A JUDGMENT FOR THE RENT & UTILITIES OWED TO ME BY TENANT 2) GARNISHMENT
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Answered on December 30, 2013
If you obtain a judgment against your tenant in New York, the judgment is good for twenty (20) years. So even if your former tenant does not have...
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I live in a 3 family house that is in foreclosure. Do we still have to pay rent? Is it even legal for them to collect it?
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Answered on December 30, 2013
You must continue to pay your rent as per your lease agreement. A foreclosure proceeding does not release you of your obligation to pay rent. ...
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Lead paint defense?
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Answered on December 19, 2013
Definitely have the former owners brought into the lawsuit. The former owners should have given you a lead based paint disclosure when you...
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