Shawn R. Kassman Blog

Being a landlord can be pretty terrifying, and one of the biggest challenges is facing a lawsuit from one’s tenant. Whether the cause was a dispute in the condition of the property or wrongful eviction, lawsuits can be a significant source of stress. If you find yourself in such a situation, this needs to be  … Read more

Child support issues are likely to be sensitive and involve a lot of legal battles. This is especially true in these crucial concerns, and that is why it is critical to have a legal advisor like a child support lawyer. At the Law Offices of Shawn R. Kassman, we have a clear understanding of family  … Read more

Whether you are a Suffolk County landlord dealing with a tenant who doesn’t pay his rent or a tenant who has been served notice for nonpayment of his rent, the best thing you can do is learn the legal process behind it and know your rights and responsibilities. Below is an overview of the notices  … Read more

Dealing with unpaid rent can be really tough for someone who owns a rental property in Suffolk County. When tenants do not pay, it affects your cash flow directly, but it also involves some legal headaches, which you may need to look forward to. Knowing the right way to deal with this and what to  … Read more

The lease agreement is intended to provide a mutual understanding of rights and obligations between the tenant and the landlord when renting a property. But what happens when a landlord seeks to terminate your lease before its official end date? The rules surrounding eviction and lease termination are complex and require careful navigation in Suffolk  … Read more

Are you living on rent? So you must know some laws and be aware of tenant rights. Sometimes, you end up in a situation where your landlord wants to sell your rented house. There are some tenant’s rights when the landlord sells the property, rights and obligations under the lease agreement, and how the sale  … Read more

As a rule, on rent, a house or apartment usually concludes with a lease agreement to clearly outline the responsibilities of the landlord and those of the tenant. In practice, however, there are countless ways where tenants reside without a formal lease. Be it an informal arrangement, lease expiration, or any other reason, tenants without  … Read more

Perhaps the most frequently asked question regarding divorce is, ‘Does it make any difference who files for divorce?’ more often than not, this turns into the initial question when people think about separation. Some of the issues the first applicant/filer determines are worth learning regarding the law and strategies accompanying the filing. To assist with  … Read more

Temporary custody is a very precarious moment for each case that involves children. In most instances, it is a situation that relieves and puts the parents or guardians in a dilemma while working out the next steps. It is essential to understand precisely what happens after temporary custody is granted to anyone passing through this  … Read more

When navigating the legal landscape in Suffolk County and Nassau County, understanding the distinctions between felonies and misdemeanors is vital. Generally, the crimes in the legal system are divided into these two broad categories for their implications for the accused. This blog will explain the Differences between misdemeanors and felonies, clarify whether a misdemeanor can  … Read more