At Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. the housing discrimination team fights against all types of real estate discrimination both for clients being discriminated against and for those who have been wrongfully accused of discrimination. As reflected in many published and unpublished decisions in front of New York State courts including State Supreme, housing, civil, and federal courts, the firm has and always will voraciously fight for its clients.
Discrimination comes in many forms. As seen throughout history, people are discriminated against based on race, gender, nationality, and a variety of other characteristic traits. Since the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), laws have been tightened exponentially against disability discrimination. Despite these laws, disability discrimination still regularly occurs in real estate matters.
Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. fights against all forms of disability discrimination. Whether it be a case of reasonable accommodation for someone in a wheelchair, the necessity of an emotional support animal, or a case of mental illness inhibiting a tenant from signing a contract, the firm works hard to protect the rights of anyone with a disability or fight for those accused of discrimination.
Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. is proud to represent or defend the underdog and litigate against claims of discrimination. The firm has overcome tremendous odds in court for anyone who feels they have been discriminated against based solely on their disabilities. The firm fights equally hard against cases of wrongful accusation.
No matter the case, Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. will stand up for justice and fight for the rights of its clients. In exposing racism, sexism, ageism and all other forms of discrimination, the firm works passionately and fervently to protect its clients who have been discriminated against just as it will protect against false claims of discrimination.
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Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Secures Judgment, Dismissing an Erroneous Violation Issued by HPD Against a Condominium
Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Secures Judgment, Dismissing an Erroneous Violation Issued by HPD Against a Condominium
The petitioner, a recalcitrant unit owner at a condominium, commenced an HP Proceeding against the board, seeking to force the board to correct an erroneous violation issued by the New York City Housing Preservation and Development (“HPD”) against the condominium. Specifically, the board, in an exercise of its business judgment, replaced the condominium’s hard-wired intercom system with a virtual doorman. At the unit owner’s urging, HPD issued a violation against the building on the grounds that the alleged lack of...
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Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Saves Pit Bull from Eviction Despite Attack on Neighbor’s Dog
Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Saves Pit Bull from Eviction Despite Attack on Neighbor’s Dog
A mix-breed pit bull ran out its door and took a bite at a small dog known for spending time making cancer survivors feel better. Turned out the “bite” was only a scratch and no stitches – only an animal Band-Aid – were needed. Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C.’s client even offered to pay for the visit to the veterinarian. Also, this was the client’s dog’s first “bite.” Reviewing the minutes of meetings or board meeting summaries, the board of this...
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Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Prevents Eviction of Tenant and Wins Damages and Attorney Fees using Federal Law Discrimination Statute
Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Prevents Eviction of Tenant and Wins Damages and Attorney Fees using Federal Law Discrimination Statute
The client installed a room air conditioning unit through a brick exterior wall, a violation of its condominium’s rules. No formal application was made to do so, although client spoke with a Board member about the possible use of such a unit. The clients were served with a Notice to Cure in 2006 and consulted Adam Leitman Bailey, PC. Rather than wait to fight an eviction, the firm moved to stay further enforcement proceedings and brought an action based on...
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Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Wins Legal Battle for a Holocaust Survivor, Finding Him a New Home
Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Wins Legal Battle for a Holocaust Survivor, Finding Him a New Home
Chaim Indig, an 83-year-old Auschwitz survivor from Boro Park, is now able to live out of his days peacefully and comfortably in a handicapped-accessible luxury apartment in Midwood, known as the Premier House thanks to Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. Read more about this case below:
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