When a tenant violates the terms of their lease, the consequences tend to be fairly obvious: namely, they are likely to risk being evicted from their apartment. However, all lease agreements go both ways, and that means that landlords can also be held responsible if they fail to keep up their end of the bargain. But what exactly happens when a landlord violates a lease agreement, and what can you do about it?
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Depending on your circumstances, it may be necessary to seek a legal guardianship over a relative or someone you care about. Guardianship often is the result of unforeseen circumstances. When exactly is the right time for you to seek a legal guardianship over your loved one, and what should you do if that time comes?
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Planning your estate can be more complicated than most people realize, especially if you have a complex estate or a large number of assets. Being careful to avoid potential issues is critical to ensuring you and your family do not face serious trouble when it comes time to administer your estate. Here are seven common traps you should make sure to avoid when planning your estate:
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A power of attorney is an essential part of any estate plan, but a shocking number of people do not have one. Without this critical document, you may face a substantial number of legal issues that otherwise you might have been able to avoid. But what exactly is a power of attorney, and what are the benefits of having one?
A living trust, also known as an inter vivos trust, is a type of trust that can benefit you both while you are still alive, and after you pass away. However, before you think about creating a living trust for yourself, it’s important to understand what it is and what benefits it can offer. Here are five things you should know about living trusts:
Dozens of tenants living in an apartment in the neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn, have sued their landlord after losing their Section 8 vouchers due to the poor maintenance of the building. The lawsuit alleges that the landlord failed to perform necessary repairs on the building, leading to unlivable conditions that have put the building on the path to demolition. However, tenants want emergency repairs, and want to be guaranteed housing to ensure they will not become homeless due to the poor living conditions in the building.
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Eugene Allen Hackman, or Gene Hackman as he was commonly known, passed away in February 2025, shortly after the death of his wife Betsy Arakawa. Although this tragedy is bad enough on its own, there are issues with their wills and Trusts that have raised serious legal concerns after their passing. Even worse, these documents were signed about two decades ago, making them potentially much harder to contest. Gene Hackman’s estate is estimated to be approximately $80 million dollars.
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On Thursday, February 27, 2025, Tanya Hobson-Williams joined dozens of other women who were honored as the 2025 Power Women of Queens, an event intended to promote women who have shown themselves to be leaders and rising stars in Queens. Tanya was awarded for her distinguished excellence as an attorney, and was recognized for her work in high profile guardianship cases. Events like these highlight the importance of elevating women in their respective fields, and the impact they can have on their communities.
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Tenants of an apartment building located in the neighborhood of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY, have sued their landlord due to alleged negligence, which has left the building nearly uninhabitable. Residents have leveled a number of complaints, including failures to address hazardous conditions or maintain basic utilities. The Tenants Association is hoping the city will intervene and take over management of the building to begin addressing some of these problems. Continue reading “Williamsburg Tenants Sue Landlord For Negligence”
Ideally, all landlords would treat their tenants with the respect and dignity they deserve, and always be mindful of tenants’ rights. However, some landlords engage in harassment against their tenants, which can make life more difficult and potentially impinge on a tenant’s legal rights. But what exactly is landlord harassment, and what can you do about it if it happens to you?
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