What situations typically give rise to a quiet title action? Having a clear title is critical to the sale of any property in New York. Issues with the title can ...

Do I have a defense against eviction if I owe rent? New York law allows a landlord to evict a tenant for not paying rent or violating the terms of ...

What damages can I lawfully deduct from a tenant’s security deposit in New York? As a landlord, you will likely deal with damage to your property when a tenant departs.  ...

What terms should I avoid agreeing to in my commercial lease? The New York City commercial real estate market is hot and shows few signs of slowing.  As a potential ...

Although foreclosure rates continue to decline throughout the United States, this is not the case in New York City. In fact, it has widely been reported that the volume of ...

The Commissions on Human Rights and the Housing Preservation and Development in New York City want you to know your legal rights and responsibilities that pertain to fair housing and ...