Summary
The user, a tenant in New York, is facing a lease non-renewal due to her landlords false assumption of an unauthorized person living with her. The tenant adhered to the lease terms regarding guests and has proof to support her claim. She is seeking free legal representation and is eligible for assistance from the Legal Aid Society. She was also advised to contact the New York States Tenant Protection Unit for further assistance.Full Conversation
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Do you have any written communication or evidence that supports your claim?
In New York, landlords cannot refuse to renew a lease without a valid reason.
Yes
What is the reason your landlord provided for not renewing your lease?
In New York, landlords must provide a valid reason for not renewing a lease. If it's due to false accusations, you may have a case.
I had an occupant that stayed with me, they assumed he was living with me when he was not.
Did you inform your landlord about the occupant's temporary stay? In New York, tenants have the right to have guests.
No
Did your lease agreement have any specific rules about guests or temporary occupants?
Yes only allowed * consecutive days out of a month, which i followed.
Did your guest stay for more than * consecutive days in any given month?
No
Do you have any proof, like messages or emails, that your guest didn't stay more than the allowed time?
- In New York, if you adhered to the lease terms, your landlord can't refuse renewal based on false claims.
Yes
What is the name and location of the court nearest to you? This information will help you if you decide to take legal action against your landlord.
Rome city Courthouse * West Court street.
Do you have a copy of your lease agreement that states the guest policy?
Rome City Courthouse:
- Address: * W Court St, Rome, NY *
- Phone: (*) *-*
No
Do you have any other form of written agreement or communication with your landlord that mentions the guest policy?
No
Do you have any witnesses who can vouch for your compliance with the guest policy?
Yes
Do your witnesses have any written communication or evidence that supports your claim? In New York, witness testimonies can be crucial in housing disputes.
No
Do you have any other evidence that could support your claim, such as surveillance footage or timestamps from your guest's phone showing when they were at your apartment?
No
Do you have a lawyer or are you seeking legal representation?
yes seeking representation for free
What is your financial situation? Legal Aid Society in New York provides free legal services to eligible individuals.
Unemployed
Are you currently receiving any unemployment benefits or other forms of financial assistance?
Paid family leave, $* a week.
Are you aware of the New York State's Tenant Protection Unit that can assist you in this matter?
no
Are you comfortable with me providing you the contact details of the New York State's Tenant Protection Unit? They can assist you in this matter.
ges
Sure, here are the contact details for the New York State's Tenant Protection Unit:
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Address: * W 125th St, New York, NY *
yea
The New York State's Tenant Protection Unit can be reached at (*) *-*. They can provide further assistance with your issue.
yes
The New York State's Tenant Protection Unit can be reached at (*) *-*. They can provide assistance with your issue.
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