Publications and Presentations
Publications
Eileen O’Toole develops, writes or edits a number of legal publications on a variety of legal topics, primarily in relation to rent regulation and landlord-tenant law. Recent publications include:
Books/Newsletters
- Author, New York Rent Regulation Checklist (The Habitat Group: 2019, 2020). The Rent Regulation Checklist is a comprehensive topic guide to rent stabilization and rent control in New York City, as well as Westchester, Nassau, Rockland and other Counties that may adopt rent stabilization laws. https://www.thehabitatgroup.com/product/2020-new-york-rent-regulation-checklist
- Editor, New York City Apartment Management Checklist (The Habitat Group: 2006-2020). The Apartment Management Checklist is a detailed annual summary of NYC building code and other property management requirements. The book’s 50 chapters cover a range of topics, including asbestos and mold removal, boiler registration, fire safety notices, lead paint inspection, and NYC’s Climate Mobilization Act. https://www.thehabitatgroup.com/product/2019-new-york-city-apartment-management-checklist
- Contributing Editor, New York Landlord v. Tenant (The Habitat Group: monthly case digest). “LvT” summarizes 60 new decisions each month, including court rulings as well as DHCR and ECB determinations. https://www.landlordvtenant.com/subscribe
Articles
- ”Summary and Analysis of the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019,” New York Landlord-Tenant Law 2020 Edition (the “Tanbook”) (LexisNexis 2019)
- ”Housing Stability & Tenant Protection Act of 2019: What You Need to Know,” New York Apartment Law Insider Special Edition (The Habitat Group: July 2019) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/article/housing-stability-and-tenant-protection-act-2019-what-you-need-know
- ”DHCR Reverses Position on Retroactive Application of Bridge-the-Gap Rule,” New York Apartment Law Insider Contributors’ Corner (The Habitat Group: May 2019) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/blogs/eileen-otoole/dhcr-reverses-position-retroactive-application-bridge-gap-rule
- ”How to Avoid Violating New York City’s Expanding ‘Tenant Harassment’ Laws,” New York Apartment Law Insider Special Edition (May 2018) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/article/how-avoid-violating-nyc-s-expanding-tenant-harassment-laws
- ”Avoid Triple Damages in Post-Roberts Rent Overcharge Cases,” New York Apartment Law Insider (Nov. 2015) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/blogs/eileen-otoole/avoid-triple-damages-post-roberts-rent-overcharge-cases
- ”Handling Disputes About Assistance Animals,” New York Apartment Law Insider (Oct. 2015) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/article/handling-disputes-about-assistance-animals
- ”How to Respond to Tenants Who Pose Health or Safety Risks,” The New York Apartment Law Insider (Fall 2013) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/article/how-respond-tenants-who-pose-health-or-safety-risks
- ”How to Answer Tenant Requests to Add Spouse to Rent-Stabilized Lease,” New York Apartment Law Insider (Fall 2013) https://www.apartmentlawinsider.com/article/landlord-v-tenant-september-2013-special-issue
Presentations
Eileen O’Toole is a frequent speaker on rent regulation and landlord-tenant issues. Recent presentations include:
- Guest Speaker: New York Rent Law Changes, Law You Should Know, hosted by Ken Landau, Esq., Nassau Community College Radio, WHPC 90.3 fm, www.nccradio.org (January 6, 2020)
- Presenter: Changes to the Rent Laws: What NYC Landlords Need to Know, 11th Annual NY Real Estate EXPO (October 24, 2019)
- Panelist: How 2019 Rent Laws Affect Real Estate Practice, Jack Newton Lerner Landlord-Tenant Institute (October 18, 2019)
- Guest Speaker: What You Need to Know About the New Rent Law, hosted by Heather Stone, Editor, The Habitat Group (August 21, 2019
- Excerpt: Individual Apartment Improvements https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWnC_QQwYo8&feature=youtu.be
- Excerpt: Treble Damages for Rent Overcharge https://www.youtube.com/embed/VhXTta-VRec
- Panelist: Housing Stability & Tenant Protection Act of 2019, New York State Bar Association Webinar (August 6, 2019)
- Presenter: Recent Issues in Rent Regulation, New York State Bar Association CLE (June 2018)
- Presenter: How to Deal with a TPU Audit or Investigation, Webinar hosted by Vendome Real Estate Media, June 8, 2017
- Panelist: Current Topics in Rent Regulation: High Rent Vacancy Deregulation, New York Womens’ Bar Association Civil Courts Committee Express Lunchtime Series, February 16, 2017
- Presenter: DHCR Updates: Current Legal, Regulatory, and Practical Issues for Multifamily Properties, The New York Association of Realty Management Expo (December 6, 2016)
