Possession is nine-tenths of the law, according to an ancient saying.
The point is that in any eviction situation, the longer you can stay in your home, the better your chances of not being dispossessed. The following ideas may help prevent evictions in a variety of situations. Remember, however, that every case depends on its specific facts, and the best way to deal with it varies with how the law applies to those details. Knowing how to recognize the critical elements of a case and gaining time to change them in a favorable direction is the key to avoiding evictions. No one should go to court without complete knowledge of Housing Court procedures, as well as the underlying laws concerning their particular case.