Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

Re: Lease agreement

You stop paying rent...then an action begins. Your defense is a partial constructive eviction and a breach of warranty of habitability. Keep the rent set aside as if you were obligated to pay it...and take photos and documents all complaints as to why the property is "unlivable".

Good Luck

RRG

Re: Lease agreement

You should absolutely receive, at the very least, a rent abatement for any time that your apartment was uninhabitable. This area of law is our specialty, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

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