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Property Damage Claims in NYC and When You Need a Property Damage Lawyer


Posted on August 3, 2020 by

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You work hard to be able to buy things that you want and need, which is why it’s so frustrating when another person willfully and intentionally damages your personal property. Property damage can occur in many different circumstances, and some claims are considerably more difficult to prove in a court of law than others. Here’s a look at how to pursue a property damage claim in NYC and when it’s time to hire an experienced property damage lawyer.

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No Hot Water in Your Apartment: What are Your Rights?


Posted on December 21, 2018 by

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Depending on the circumstances, a landlord’s failure to provide hear or hot water is illegal, and unfortunately it is not an uncommon problem in NY. According to ny.curbed.com, In 2017 there were 21,894 complaints about heat or hot water in New York City in just one week.

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Can My Landlord Enter My Apartment at Any Time?


Posted on October 23, 2018 by

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While being a homeowner has its perks, many people enjoy apartment life. You simply live in your space and let the landlord take care of the maintenance and other work involved. However, as a tenant, you may be concerned about your rights. After all, your landlord owns your apartment. That means he or she can enter your apartment anytime, right?

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Asbestos and Landlord Negligence


Posted on August 29, 2018 by

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Asbestos was a major scare for workers and homeowners a few decades ago. Known for causing mesothelioma and other lung conditions, asbestos was banned in 1989. However, nearly 30 years later, the dangers still exist as older buildings which have yet to be renovated since the new regulations may still contain asbestos.

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Understanding Implied Warranty of Habitability


Posted on May 30, 2018 by

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Being a landlord is no easy task. Landlords must meet strict requirements in New York. They can’t just take the monthly rent and do nothing. They have to fulfill certain obligations to tenants throughout the terms of the leases. If they don’t, the tenant has the right to file a landlord negligence claim and receive compensation for damages.

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If Someone is Injured On Your Property, Are You Liable?


Posted on March 27, 2018 by

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A friend comes over to your house and slips on a patch of ice while walking up your driveway. In another incident, a trespasser sneaks into your backyard, falls down a hill and breaks an arm. Are you, as a property owner, responsible for either of these incidents?

Under premises liability law, property owners have a duty to avoid exposing people to an unreasonable risk of harm due to a natural or artificial condition. The law states that if the property owner should be aware of the risk and does not remedy the situation in a timely manner, then he or she could be considered negligent and potentially held liable in a lawsuit requesting compensation for damages.

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Landlord Negligence in the Winter Months


Posted on January 29, 2018 by

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It’s cold this time of year in New York. Temperatures drop below freezing, sometimes bringing ice, rain, winds and heavy snow.

The extreme weather conditions bring about concerns regarding snow, heating, and rodents, especially for tenants. Landlords have a responsibility to provide livable conditions for tenants. With the average apartment in New York City renting for roughly $3,000 a month, you’ll want to know what exactly you’re getting for that kind of money. Who is responsible for snow removal? Do you have to pay for pest control?

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Can I Sue my Landlord for Bedbugs?


Posted on November 27, 2017 by

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In a word, yes. You absolutely can sue your landlord if there are bedbugs in your apartment – provided you follow the correct protocol for reporting the infestation beforehand. This type of lawsuit is known as a landlord negligence claim. With one, a tenant can claim that their landlord failed to adhere to the implied warranty of habitability. A few important components of this legal requirement are:

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