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We just moved into our apartment, there are cockroaches. The bomb our LL did did not work. what can we do?
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Answered on August 29, 2010
If you seek a 'legal' remedy, you can file a petition in an HP proceeding in the Housing Court(Civil Court), requiring the landlord to fix the...
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Landlord lawsuit against tenant architect?
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Answered on August 28, 2010
As I point out in a later answer, malpractice would probably not fly. However, that would not prevent the landlord from suing for...
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Child Support and Joint Custody
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Answered on August 28, 2010
The simple answer is no- the 'custodial' parent will receive the same amount, irregardless of whether there is sole custody or joint custody.
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How can legally change my last name to incorporate a hyphen and another last name?
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Answered on August 26, 2010
You should be able to change your name to reflect the hyphenation of both parent's names. You have the option of filing a petition yourself in...
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Wife took the baby and went away, what should I do now?
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Answered on August 26, 2010
If you know where she is now, you should immediately go to Family Court and file a petition for custody.
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A law firm put a freeze on my bank account without a court appearence or notification. What can I do to have this overturned?
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Answered on August 26, 2010
You apparently failed to respond to a lawsuit or proceeding, which resulted in a judgment. You need to immediately go to the court that issued the...
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I did't get a license for my dog who lives with my mom. How do I prove ownership? Have a hearing Sep.2. Can dog be registed now?
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Answered on August 25, 2010
It is unclear what hearing you are referring to, and how that pertains to your dog. If you are a minor, and your mother wishes, and she is not...
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My step-dad and mother are divorcing. My step-dad has prevented me from going home. So I took my dog. How can I prove ownership?
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Answered on August 25, 2010
As long as the dog is with you, you should not have a problem. Obviously, it would not be a good idea for him to visit. You may wish to have the...
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Need fence installed and yard sloped for driveway in Queens NY. What should I do first? Survey? How close can neigbors plants be
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Answered on August 25, 2010
Depending on the date of the existing survey that should have been part of any purchase or refinancing, you may or may not require a survey to...
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Could i get sole custody if the father abandoned his son 2months and haven't seen him or spoken to him?
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Answered on August 25, 2010
The best thing you can do right now is to file for custody in the Family Court. That will establish the court's jurisdiction and lay the groundwork...
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