Brooklyn, New York residents who live in rentals want to have a good relationship with their landlords. However, certain situations can lead to an eviction. It’s important to know why this might happen. What is an eviction? A landlord might try to evict a tenant if...
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Virtual shareholder meetings
There has been a major rise in New York events that are conducted virtually. Some meetings had legal requirements to be conducted in person up until the last few years. Some state governments are now changing the laws and making it possible to hold key meetings...
The landlord’s rights after a tenant’s death
Disputes between landlords and tenants don't always end with a tenant's death. The landlord has to claim part of the deceased tenant's property, contact the estate's executor, and complete other tasks. It starts by understanding the complex law in New York that...
A condo or a co-op? What to consider
You may be considering buying a condominium or cooperative unit in New York. However, like many people, determining which one is the best option for you may feel difficult. There are pros and cons to both condominiums and co-ops that you need to be aware of....
Tax abatement changes in New York
For Brooklyn developers, landlords and other people involved in real estate, tax abatements are a major part of calculating the value and future worth of a project. That means any changes to the rules for how tax abatements work is of great importance. New York State...
How to get your deposit back from a landlord
Almost every landlord in New York collects a security deposit from new tenants when they move in. The refundable payment is meant to offset any damage that might be discovered when the tenant moves out. However, some landlords keep most or all of the security deposit...
Lowering the odds of a legal dispute at your company
Conducting business may require your New York company to interact with several different elements. Handling clients, employees or suppliers will require you to have clear policies in place to help ensure you stay compliant and avoid legal disputes. Ensuring you are on...
How to deal with multiple offers on the same home
Looking for a new house in New York can be as exciting as it is stressful. In a seller’s market, however, there may be multiple offers on the same house. If you’ve got your eye on a home that has a lot of competition, you should know how to give an offer that might...
Negotiating a partnership agreement
Many New York entrepreneurs often have an opportunity to grow their business by forming a partnership with another individual or multiple individuals in certain cases. All business managers are interested in company growth to some level, and partnerships serve as an...
Understanding what anticipatory repudiation is and how it works
Not all business contractions in New York are fully executed. Some contracts can dissolve legally under a doctrine called anticipatory repudiation. Any person or company not able to fully execute a contract may have to mitigate damages depending on the situation....
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