Housing & Shelter
Housing Court Answers
Citywide
Information for tenants, landlords and advocates: housing court procedures, landlord-tenant rules, code violations, referrals to free legal help and back-rent assistance.
What they offer
Provides free legal, financial, and marketing services for entrepreneurs and small business owners in NYC. Also offers classes and workshops on a range of business-related topics. Programs and services are all remote.
Who can get help
Wage theft can include, but is not limited to: • Failure to pay minimum wage, overtime • Stealing tips • Misclassification of employees as independent contractors • Payroll fraud • Failure to provide required meals and rest breaks...
How to start
Email hello@startsmallthinkbig.org or visit the website for information about becoming a client and to apply for services.
Details change, so call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility.
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