New York Court of Appeals Expands Fraud Exception in Rent Overcharge Claims

On March 20, 2025, the New York State Court of Appeals issued its decision in Burrows v. 75-25 153rd Street, LLC which addressed the application of the fraud exception in rent overcharge claims under the New York Rent Stabilization Law. In Burrows, the tenants alleged that the landlord engaged in fraudulent practices by registering inflated legal…

Judge Stoller’s Landmark Ruling: ERAP Payments Establish Lease Obligations in Rent-Stabilized Units

Our firm is proud to announce a significant legal victory that strengthens landlord rights and clarifies the implications of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). In a pivotal decision, Judge Stoller, the Citywide Administrative Judge of the Housing Court, ruled…

J-51 Tax Incentive Reintroduced: Deadlines, Compliance, and Implications for Landlords Update

The New York City Council has officially reintroduced the J-51 Tax Abatement Program after a two-year hiatus. This program, which previously expired in June 2022, offers significant tax abatements and exemptions for landlords who complete qualifying renovations on low-to-moderate-cost residential…