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What is the statute of limitations on past due rent in NY?

Answered 6 years ago by attorney Louis A. Russo   |   1 Answer
The statute of limitations for breach of contract in NY is 6 years.  However, if your former landlord sued you and obtained a default judgment for the rent (assuming you were not aware of the small claims matter), then the statute of limitations to collect on that judgment is 20 years.  It is possible your former landlord sold the judgement and the letter you received was on behalf of a collections agency. https://statelaws.findlaw.com/new-york-law/new-york-civil-statute-of-limitations-laws.html... Read More
The statute of limitations for breach of contract in NY is 6 years.  However, if your former landlord sued you and obtained a default judgment... Read More

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Answered 6 years ago by attorney Louis A. Russo   |   1 Answer
You might consider telling your roomate that you will plan to move out the date the governor's stay at home order is lifted.  Practically speaking she cannot move to evict you at this point because courts are closed and the governmental restrictions in place make it impossible to perform under your agreement.  If you have issues, consider hiring an experience attorney who can help you navigate this peculiar situation.   Russo Law www.russolaw-llc.com info@russolaw-llc.com 929-262-1101... Read More
You might consider telling your roomate that you will plan to move out the date the governor's stay at home order is lifted.  Practically... Read More

Under a landlord and tenant agreement from court i agreed to move on April 13th but cant because the virus is holding me back what do?

Answered 6 years ago by attorney Louis A. Russo   |   1 Answer
You might consider contacting the LL to let him/her know that you will plan to move out the date the governor's stay at home order is lifted.  Practically speaking the LL cannot evict you at this point because courts are closed and the governmental restrictions in place make it impossible to perform under your agreement.  If you have issues, consider hiring an experience attorney who can help you navigate this peculiar situation.   Russo Law www.russolaw-llc.com info@russolaw-llc.com 929-262-1101... Read More
You might consider contacting the LL to let him/her know that you will plan to move out the date the governor's stay at home order is lifted. ... Read More

Will I be forced to move out of my apartment when my lease ends if the new management company has it's own regulations?

Answered 6 years ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer
The new company may go by the rental history you established with them to determine whether to renew your lease. They would have to give you notice if they are planning not to renew your lease. Go through the lease and find out how much notice they have to provide so you can mark that date. If they don't give you the required notice, you should be able to renew your lease. However, you should also check the lease to find out when you're supposed to give notice that you want to renew the lease.... Read More
The new company may go by the rental history you established with them to determine whether to renew your lease. They would have to give you notice... Read More

Can my landlord give me a 3 day eviction for non payment of rent due to loss of wages during covid-19

Answered 6 years ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer
He can try to evict you, but the courts are not having hearings for evictions. If he tries to lock you out, go to the police and let them know what happened. 
He can try to evict you, but the courts are not having hearings for evictions. If he tries to lock you out, go to the police and let them know what... Read More

Can a landlord keep my security deposit if i don't move in to the apartment?

Answered 6 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes  - you don't get to make deals and then change them at the expense of others without penalty. 
Yes  - you don't get to make deals and then change them at the expense of others without penalty. 

Just found out FL tenant of 10mos has criminal record; cocaine trafficking/aggravated assault deadly weapon, etc. Can I successfully & quickly evict?

Answered 6 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Nope. Unless he lied about his criminal history on an application, if you didn't vet them properly at the start, thats on you. The additional person will require a 7day curable notice and if the person leave, thats that . You need to retain a landlord lawyer ASAP to address this properly. ... Read More
Nope. Unless he lied about his criminal history on an application, if you didn't vet them properly at the start, thats on you. The additional person... Read More

lot fees & taxes 7 months behind eviction coming soon

Answered 6 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is a financial issue more than a legal one. You need to find the means to get caught up in rent because being 7 months behind is going a be a huge issue tp overcome in an eviction proceeding. You likelly will need to consider borrowing money from family or freinds, or selling person items need to get caught up if at all possible to avoid the eviction process. ... Read More
This is a financial issue more than a legal one. You need to find the means to get caught up in rent because being 7 months behind is going a be a... Read More

a relative dropped by and my apartment was being inspected,dog is not mine but now being charged $300 fee is that legal?

Answered 6 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you have an animal in your apartment at all that may violate the lease. Its often presense not ownership that matters. You need to review your lease or retain a lawyer to assist you if it remains unclear. 
If you have an animal in your apartment at all that may violate the lease. Its often presense not ownership that matters. You need to review your... Read More

can a landlord refuse to prorate rent after issuing a 30 days notice and property was vacated on 8days after notice. I live in Florida. Thank you.

Answered 6 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
There is no proration of rent unless the lease or rental agreement provides specifically for same. 
There is no proration of rent unless the lease or rental agreement provides specifically for same. 

If my landlord gave me a portion of my security deposit and has refused to give me the last bit, can I bring them to small claims?

Answered 6 years and a month ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can take all approriate action if you believe you the law was broken
You can take all approriate action if you believe you the law was broken
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