How Can I Respond to Improper Eviction in NYC?

Your landlord cannot just kick you out of your apartment. They need to follow certain rules and adhere to local laws. A landlord who tries to carry out an improper eviction should not be allowed to get away with it. A New York City eviction defense lawyer from our firm can help you defend yourself.

What Would Be Considered Improper Eviction?

When a landlord wants to evict somebody, there is a process that they need to go through. However, some landlords think that they can do whatever they want just because they own the property. Locking tenants out of their apartments is one mistake they might make, and this certainly constitutes an improper eviction. You cannot just change the locks on someone who lives there.

An eviction can also be considered an improper eviction when notices are not given in the right way. You need to be properly informed if your landlord wants to kick you out of your apartment. You should also be told how any problem can be rectified. If you owe rent, you should be told and given the chance to pay what you owe.

What Can Tenants Do After Receiving Improper Eviction Notices?

If your landlord tries to lock you out or do anything else outside of the proper processes, you may have to bring them to housing court. You can also ask to be let back into your home if you were illegally locked out. The cops are able to make a landlord let you back in if you have not been properly evicted.

When you go to housing court, you have the chance to tell your side of the story. You can show how this was an improper eviction and even ask for damages from your landlord. It’s important to gather any evidence you can if you want to make a case. Written communications, recorded conversations, and witness testimony could all help corroborate your story.

Do I Need a Lawyer?

You can have a lawyer with you when you take a case to court. If you do not end up going to housing court, your lawyer can be helpful in other ways. They can advise you about the law and tell you if they think you have been the victim of an improper eviction. We can let you know if you’re in the right withholding rent or if there are any other wise actions to take. It’s not recommended to make any major moves without consulting an attorney who knows NYC housing laws.

Talk to Our Tenants’ Rights Attorneys

If you believe that you have received an improper eviction notice or that your landlord has illegally evicted you, you have legal options. Contact Robert Rosenblatt & Associates to schedule a consultation with our team and learn more about how an attorney could be of assistance.