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How to file a complaint in NYC’s Housing Court 1

I live in a co-op and am a shareholder, i.e., I “own” my apartment. Yet, there I was, filing a complaint in Housing Court for my “landlord’s” failure to adhere to the NYC Housing Maintenance Code. In my case, I … Continue reading

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What happens if you breach your co-op lease

I always read the Q&A column in the Sunday Times real estate section. Given my own real estate situation — I’ve sued the majority shareholders of my little coop for breaching all sorts of co-op corporation laws — I often … Continue reading

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How to file in Small Claims Court 1: a DIY lawsuit

When I think of Small Claims Court, I think about that rich guy who sued his cleaners for losing a pair of his pants. Oh, no, wait. That wasn’t Small Claims Court, which only handles cases for $5,000 or less, … Continue reading

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