Summary
In New York, rental deposits should be refundable if agreed upon. Emails and texts can serve as evidence. You may recover your deposit but emotional damages are harder to prove. Consult a lawyer for more accurate information. Free legal aid services include Legal Aid Society, New York Legal Assistance Group, and Legal Services NYC.Full Conversation
My name is Carlos Montoya
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Carlos. Could you please tell me where you and the condo, The Atelier, are located? This will help me provide more accurate information.
I am in New York
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Carlos. Here are a few points based on New York’s laws:
- The deposit should be refundable if the landlord/agent agreed to refund it
- Keep a record of all communications
- Consider seeking legal advice
If you need to go to court, the nearest one is the New York City Civil Court.
Nothing was signed though. Would I lose here or would the emails and text messages carry weight?
In New York:
- Emails and text messages can serve as evidence.
- Your case relies on proving the condo's agent misled you.
Consider consulting a lawyer for assistance.
If I decide to take them to court, what sort of winnings could I get? Just my deposit or some sort of extra for the emotional damages?
In New York, you can:
- Potentially recover your deposit.
- Emotional damages are less likely, as they're typically harder to prove in court.
- Consult a lawyer for more accurate information.
If I consult a lawyer, will I have to pay anything?
Consultation fees vary by lawyer:
- Some offer free initial consultations.
- Others charge a flat or hourly rate.
- Discuss payment options before arranging a consultation.
- Legal aid services may be available if you're unable to afford a lawyer.
Where can I get free legal aid services?
In New York, you can consider:
- Legal Aid Society: www.legal-aid.org
- New York Legal Assistance Group: www.nylag.org
- Legal Services NYC: www.legalservicesnyc.org
Remember to verify their services and eligibility criteria.
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