Is the eviction process the same in an illegal sublet vs a legal sublet?

For nonpayment you can either pay and its case closed or raise a habitability defense for an abatement. A nonpayment case is treated as the...

Can I list my rental unit for sale now or do I have to wait until the lease expires in October?

You can sell it at any time. The tenant still has rights as tenant, but rental properties change hands with tenants in them all the time. The...

These are not what would be considered jail offenses. It is a mess, but if you are represented, it will likely be easier to resolve and you will...

Will ssi be taken from her because of marriage ..will not be living under same roof or town

I have seen people lose SSI and other types of public benefits after marriage. Having seen this happen in several cases--it is not advisable to do...

The law is clear and considered well settled throughout the United States that police can lie. There are variations in what is appropriate from...

Can I sue for anything?

If the landlord has just demanded rent multiple times it is not harassment. It would have to involve more than just multiple rent demands. It...

In NY. State does the Statute run out after 24 month, and should I have it adjourned another mo. then motion for dismissal ?

I agree with the other answers, but what they mean may not be clear to an individual that is not a lawyer. The statute of limitations doesn't...

Is this accurate?

It is possible they do things differently in Mastic Beach, but usually, when a person is evicted (squatters included) the landlord/owner is present...

What rights does a subtenant have when renting a room?

There is no "6 Month Notice" - it is supposed to be a "30 Day Notice" as noted by Mr. Smollens. A 30 Day Notice means they get one full month...

How long do I have before I am evicted? Also am I legally allowed to withhold rent so I can move out?

There is no way to know. But eviction takes at least 3 months. It might vary by one month either way in New Hyde Park, but it should not be more...