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Kinship Hearings: Establishing a Family Relationship to Settle an Estate June 10, 2019

If a person passes away without leaving a valid will, they are said to have died intestate, and the state must determine how to administer the individual’s property. Generally, the assets are distributed to the decedent’s surviving spouse, children, and/or grandchildren. If ...

Kinship Hearings: Establishing a Family Relationship to Settle an Estate June 10, 2019
If a person passes away without leaving a valid will, they are said to have died intestate, and the state must determine how to administer the individual’s property. Generally, the assets are ...
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Updated Broken Promises May 23, 2019
“Forget about it”—The Landlord told me not to worry about the money for the rest of the lease Maggie has three months remaining on her lease. Maggie informs Tony, her landlord that her company is ...
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Access Granted v. Access Denied May 23, 2019
James, a tenant in an unregulated apartment, has made numerous complaints to various city agencies regarding the conditions of his apartment. James’ belongings are in the apartment, but he is staying ...
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Marshal Eviction Notice and Emergency Order to Show Cause March 16, 2017
Anthony found an eviction notice taped on his door and he believes that he has a few days to respond, but he just learned today that his eviction is scheduled for tomorrow. What should Anthony do? ...
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What is Article 81 Guardianship in New York? January 16, 2017
Not all individuals that require legal guardianship are children or teenagers, as the concept seems to indicate. In many instances, guardianship involves one adult gaining responsibility to a varying ...
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Hoarders December 23, 2016
Thomas, 72 years old, lives in a rent-stabilized apartment. Thomas' neighbors complained to the landlord about the foul order emanating from Thomas' apartment. Thomas appears malnourished, he has ...
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