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4 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: In bankruptcy (Ch. 7), how to I distinguish between something I own and something my father or wife own?

I was renting a piano, but my father said I could use his piano rather than lose money on the rental. Its ambiguous if he "gave it to me" (It is obviously a long term loan, but its understood my job is to take care of it although it'll be mine in the future.) I'm thinking of... View More

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Aug 3, 2020

I don't think there is anything ambiguous about this. If your father owns the piano, it is his asset, not yours so it would not be in the bankruptcy estate. Doesn't matter if you are using it long or short term and the location of the item. It is another person's property and will... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I be forced out of my apartment now? I received a letter of termination by April 30 on my month to month lease.

There is non reason in the termination letter except than “pursuant to 2A 18-56”.

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 19, 2020

at this point all evictions are suspended by order of Gov Murphy. It remains to be seen what happens in the future as the coronavirus pandemic unfolds

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for New Jersey on
Q: I filed with the court a Family Part Case Information statement and now my wife lawyer want to have my case dismissed.

My wife lawyer want a copy I sent to the court but the court has the only copy, can the lawyer get the copy from the court?

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 9, 2020

you need to send your wife's lawyer a copy of anything you file with the Court. I don't think they will dismiss the case based on this but the Court rules state that all documents must be served upon the opposing party or their counsel. So going forward you must follow the rules.

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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for New Jersey on
Q: Hello, I had a Gradfather recently pass that I had no contact with. He lived in Puerto Rico.

His son has recently contacted me and says that his bank account that he had with his wife is frozen. He said that his lawyer that is handling this process needs my original birth certificate sent in the mail to P.R. But he’s not providing much detail at all. So far I know there’s no will but... View More

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 8, 2020

this sounds like a scam. don't send any original documents, there is no reason they would need this.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for New Jersey on
Q: If I cosign an apartment lease for my soon to be ex wife how will that effect my signing a lease for my own apartment?

I do understand the gravity of cosigning. She makes more than enough to pay the rent. They require proof of 3x rent in monthly income which she cannot meet. I have no worries about her paying and we both have excellent credit. Thank you

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 5, 2020

so what is your question? you as co-signed will be liable for rent and any damage to the ex-wife's apartment. it has no bearing on you being able to get your own apartment. every company has their own criteria for what the tenant must show in order to rent the apartment

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: I'm being wrongfully charged with aggravated assault, criminal restraint and harassment. How do I go about that?

How can I get a lawyer if I can't afford one?

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

if you cannot afford an attorney you will need to request a public defender.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Will i get points on my license for a NY red light CAMERA ticket that I received in the mail? I'm a NJ resident
Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

there are no points for camera tickets

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Jersey on
Q: My boyfriend and I both have our names on the notice of settlement, but only my boyfriend name is showing on the deed?

In New Jersey.

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

If your name is not on the deed you would not be considered a part owner of the property unless you are married.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Small Claims for New Jersey on
Q: What is my recourse if car dealer never fixed my car properly after 7 visits in 8 months and $4000 pLus brakes.

After 8 months, diagnose crack in engine wall. 2013 audi 135k miles. They kept telling me they are having trouble diagnosing the problem After 8 months say cant be fixed. They had my car three different times for a month each time, trying to diagnose it

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

you could sue the car dealer in small claims court in your county. i doubt it would be cost effective to hire an attorney for your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure for New Jersey on
Q: My house in Ocala, FL was foreclosed and sold in 2007. Got wage garnish judgement in 2020. Next best course of action?

The application is on a DJ docket number so the case has been closed. How can I resolve this matter best, as I cannot afford to lose my wages or afford $158,000?

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

if you already have a wage garnishment against you, bankruptcy would likely be the most viable option to wipe out the debt and remove the garnishment. schedule a free consultation with bankruptcy attorney to discuss your options. most of us bankruptcy attorneys offer free consultations and flexible... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Municipal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is it worth pleasing not guilty to nj39:4-81
Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

really depends on your situation and driving record. if you have a clean record and not a commercial driver it is probably cheapest to just plead guilty and take the points. otherwise contact an attorney to get a reduction in points

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4 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: Is money in an LLC shielded from a personal bankruptcy?

I have 50K invested in my sisters company which is an LLC. If I filed personal bankruptcy would that money be exempt ?

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

it would certainly not be protected. you should schedule a consultation with a bankruptcy attorney to discuss your options

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6 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Collections for New Jersey on
Q: Should a private student loan that went to collections have been discharged with a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

I filed for bankruptcy in August 2019 and received a discharge in November 2019. My lawyer stated that my student loans (I had 5 federal and 2 private which had long since gone to collections) would never get discharged so he didn't attempt to file for an adversary proceeding. I had two Sallie... View More

Ivan Raevski
Ivan Raevski
answered on Mar 4, 2020

the loans may be discharged but it is an uphill battle. fairly hard burden of proof to overcome

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