New York State recently implemented a new law known as the Good Cause Eviction Law, which went into effect on April 20, 2024. This law substantially changed the rules regarding evictions across the state, making it harder for landlords to excessively increase rent or force tenants out of their apartments without good reason. But what exactly is a “good cause” eviction, and how might that impact you?
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The right to quiet enjoyment is one of the fundamental rights that all tenants possess. Thanks to this essential legal doctrine, you can enjoy your apartment without unexpected intrusions. Here are five things you should know about the right to quiet enjoyment:
Tenants often see their lease as somewhat one-sided, intended to protect landlords and ensure they receive their rent. However, every lease is mutually binding, and most offer legal protections for tenants who get into a dispute with their landlord. But how exactly can your lease agreement protect you, and what should you do if your landlord violates your lease?
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One of the primary duties of a landlord should be to ensure that his/her property is safe and comfortable for tenants. Unfortunately, some landlords fail to keep up with this responsibility, resulting in their apartments becoming unsafe. But what exactly should you do if your apartment becomes uninhabitable?
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After the passage of New York’s “good cause” law back in April, landlords have increasingly complained about longer times for eviction lawsuits. This law grants tenants additional rights that help protect them against eviction, but litigating these cases can sometimes take over a year. As a result, landlords have shown anger at tenants sometimes staying in their apartments for months without paying rent, or while otherwise in violation of their leases.
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In New York State, you cannot be legally evicted from your apartment without your landlord seeking permission from the court to do so. In order to get around this process, some landlords will engage in illegal practices to force tenants out of their apartments. But how exactly can you be illegally evicted from your apartment, and what should you do if that happens to you?
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Every landlord is bound by something known as the implied warranty of habitability. This guarantees the right of every tenant to live in a safe and comfortable environment, although unfortunately some landlords refuse to respect this right. Here are seven signs your landlord has violated the warranty of habitability:
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If you are renting an apartment, or planning on renting an apartment, your lease agreement is key to understanding your rights. In particular, there are a few specific terms you should pay close attention to if you want to protect yourself from potential abuse. Here are seven important things you should know in your lease agreement: Continue reading “Seven Important Things to Know in Your Lease Agreement”
If you are facing the prospect of eviction in New York City, you may be confused and nervous about the process. The process of eviction is normally fairly straightforward. There are several opportunities available to assist you from losing your home and to prepare you for the process. Here are five things you should expect during the eviction process:
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When you sign a lease for an apartment, it is customary to hand over a security deposit, which theoretically should be returned to you after the lease ends. And yet, many landlords will keep the security deposit, sometimes without giving an explanation as to why. So do you have a right to have your security deposit returned, and if so, what happens when your landlord violates that right?
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