How to Sue My Landlord for Unsafe Living Conditions? - Samantha Kucher

From Kucher Law Group – How to Sue My Landlord for Unsafe Living Conditions? delves into the rights tenants hold when they confront hazardous rental conditions and neglectful landlords. In this episode we’ll walk through what constitutes unsafe living conditions—from structural dangers and mold to lack of essential services—and why every tenant in Brooklyn and beyond deserves a safe, habitable home.

We examine the legal backbone of tenant protections such as the warranty of habitability, and how the Housing Stability & Tenant Protection Act of 2019 empowers renters in New York to hold landlords accountable. Listeners will learn how the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development categorizes violations and what it means when a landlord receives a Class C immediately hazardous violation.

Next, we’ll guide you step-by-step through an effective strategy: how to document unsafe living conditions with photos, videos, and written logs; how to communicate formally with your landlord; and when escalating the matter to HPD or initiating an HP Action becomes necessary. Whether you’re in Brooklyn or any rental building in New York, the episode arms you with the tools to navigate this process.

Finally, we discuss real-world scenarios, possible outcomes, and when you might seek professional assistance from a law firm like Kucher Law Group. The goal? To empower tenants with information, confidence and actionable steps so they won’t feel powerless in unsafe homes. Tune in and take your first step towards safer living.

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