Can landlord evict me by mistake?

Eviction is a long process, and it cannot happen overnight. First the landlord must give you a rent demand with 5 days to pay. Next, they must...

Can I sue the police dept for false arrest?

Short answer is no. Police have what's called an absolute defense to false arrest claims if they can show there was probable cause to arrest. The...

I was a passenger in my car and the driver was stopped for a DWI. Did the cops have the right to search my car?

They probably shouldn't have searched the car. Generally, police are permitted to search a vehicle after an arrest of they believe evidence that...

Sneak thief came and wrote a ticket when I was sleeping. I forgot to make a appointment for a public parking spot previous

Just pay the ticket. This is part of life.

Who is responsible for fixing central air conditioning of a commercial space?

This is usually in the lease agreement. You should consult an attorney to review it with you and advise you accordingly. There may be other...

Is there a statue of limitation in ny on aggrivated haressment & how long they have to arrest on charges

This is a class A misdemeanor. The DA has two years to commence a case against you but if you leave the state for purposes of avoiding prosecution...

It is possible to get it reduced, but it's not a guarantee. Consult an attorney and have them try to negotiate with the DA. They are both class A...

Can I lose my children? Do I need a lawyer?

As a former prosecutor, your kids certainly can be removed. I personally had ACS do so on many occasions. You need to consult an attorney...

Generally, in a building that small the landlord can raise the rent as he sees fit. In NYC, rent regulation only applies to buildings built before...

Can law enforcement Combine Several Petty larceny Charges Into one felony charge

Generally no. However, if they can argue that the different crimes were committed under a common scheme or plan, or if the different crimes arose...