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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for New Jersey on
Q: I'm married w/kids. I desperately want to seperate/divorce, husband won't leave the house. What can I do?
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Feb 14, 2016

New Jersey provides for different types of divorce including irreconcilable differences. You did not mention why he doesn't want to leave, or why do you want him to leave. These are things you need to discuss with a family law attorney. You should just file for divorce and the court will... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is there any loop holes to withdraw from a car contract?
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Nov 7, 2015

There are no "loopholes" but there are several legal defenses that may be available to you depending on the facts. If you would like to discuss your case to determine if there's anything you can do, feel free to call me.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: When is an oral contract formed?
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Nov 7, 2015

The "short" answer: when there's an offer, an acceptance of the offer, and an exchange of consideration. When all these three requirements are accompanied by an objective manifestation of an intent to contract, an express contract is created. Express contracts include both written... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: Customer paid for an oven 5 years ago, she stating now that she never got stove? has no receipt! just a check cash?
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Nov 7, 2015

In New Jersey, a consumer has four years to file a claim for contracts for the sale of goods and six years if she's alleging consumer fraud. The limitations period for non-sales contracts is six years. However, depending on the actual facts (which are missing here), she may be barred from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Michigan on
Q: I have been harassed by Green Tree Servicing and I have taped phone conversations how do I sue this company?

In 1999 my husband and I were new first time homeowners and we were contacted by a company called conseco finance and they offered us a home improvement loan to make repairs to our new home. We borrowed $25,000 made repairs and pay them $393 per month. It is now 2014 and we still owe basically what... View More

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Oct 31, 2015

The remedies that you would have available depend on the terms of the original loan agreement. I would suggest that you contact a Michigan consumer law attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for New Jersey on
Q: Employer suing ex-employee for not providing continual support after employee quitted. Does the company has a case?

I was hired as a programmer in a 2 people company (me and owner). After working for a long time, I was given the title of CTO. However, I was not given a new contract or any documentation detailing my role and responsiblities as CTO. Basically my daily job activities did not change. From time to... View More

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Oct 31, 2015

Your options are fact-sensitive. I would need to elicit more information. Feel free to call me for a free consultation.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for New Jersey on
Q: Can a 401k be used to pay an estate's debts?

State is New Jersey. My deceased parent had a 401k which named myself and sibling each as 50% beneficiaries. My deceased parent owned a home under mortgage which was 90% paid off, but is now pending a foreclosure sale. Can the 401k be used to pay off the balance on the mortgage (and thus prevent... View More

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Oct 31, 2015

II sounds like I may be able to help you but I would need more facts. Give me a call, the consultation is free.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for New Jersey on
Q: Can I be charged double rent for my Apartmrnt during my Lease term even if I am paying my rent on time

I have leased an apartment from Sep 2015 to Aug 2016. I wanted to break the lease. and I know I will be responsible for rent till my lease end or some one re-rent it. I gave 60 days notice to vacate on Oct 28, 2015. My plan is if someone come to rent it I will vacate by Dec 28, 2015. Otherwise I... View More

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Oct 31, 2015

I suggest you give me a call. I would like to help you but I will need to confirm some facts with you first. The consultation is free.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I modify my child support and parenting time and ask that the primary custodial parent pay more of travel expens

We were divorced in Az but I the father now live in MO and the mother and three children moved to NJ. I can't afford to see my children. Will the courts consider income and change support and travel expense responsibility?

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Oct 31, 2015

Seems the original order was entered in Arizona and that your children were not born in NJ. This means it is probably best for you to find a family law attorney in Missouri where you live and ask that he file a motion to modify the Arizona order.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: I was married when I bought the condo the UNIT DEED is under my name only ,been separated with him for a 16 mo and the

Condo is under contract now .Do you think he has a 50% share despite he abandoned me and the place? Please help me

Thank you

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 31, 2015

Assets acquired during marriage typically become marital assets and subject to equitable distribution during divorce. But your answer may depend on several factors, for example, what the property settlement agreement states at the time of divorce (assuming you're both still married.) Feel... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: I live in nj but have a child support case in the state of Florida.Are there any lawyers that practice in fl and nj ?
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 31, 2015

You may not need a lawyer that practices in both states. It all depends on several things. For example, is the child support case in FL because FL has jurisdiction over the case? Was the child born in NJ or FL? Did one parent move from NJ to FL? And, assuming there's a judgment of divorce,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Illinois on
Q: Can a file a police report, for a gym that closed its doors and will not refund my money for a membership?

The owner of the gym, owns other gyms and will not return my calls or emails.

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 31, 2015

The police do not handle civil matters. If the gym has declined to refund your money you might need to file a law suit against them. However, sometimes a letter from an attorney can be enough for them to refund your money. Feel free to call for a free consultation.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: Contractor elevated our home after superstorm Sandy. Final payment due. There is a water issue not yet resolved. Do we s

Do we need to pay it or can we pay a monthly payment to him until it is fixed.we are worried that once he gets all his money he simply won't fix any mistakes then. He says he will but I no longer trust him

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 31, 2015

I would need more details about the original agreement between you and the contractor. What remedies are available to you will depend on the facts of your case. Feel free to contact me to discuss your options.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can a car be held by a dealership in lieu of payment for repair service?

Ford dealership quoted a price to repair my vehicle, but failed to fix the problem. The dealership will not release the vehicle until the quoted amount is paid.

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 22, 2015

Yes, it is called a 'mechanic's lien.' This allows a repair shop to keep a vehicle in their possession until the debt is paid.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: what can I do if a friend unlawfully withdrew $2000.00 from my husband's railroad retirement debit card
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 22, 2015

You can take the "friend" to small claims court. This court covers matters up to $3000.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: I have custody of my 4 yr old grandson. I would like to give custody back to my daughter. Do we have to go to court or

Can a lawyer do this in his office?

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 22, 2015

The reason your daughter does not have custody in the first place may determine what you are able to do. You may also need to consider whether the other parent would dispute the change in custody. If you would like, call me since the question of custody is greatly dependent on the facts of your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: If a father has a 16 year old daughter and pays childsupport for her. But now she pregnant does he still have to pay.
William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 22, 2015

The answer depends on whether she is emancipated. Generally for a 16-year old, emancipation only occurs if she is married and living away from home. On the other hand, if she is living at home with the other parent she is considered unemancipated. In that case child support continues until... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: I live in NJ and my Ex lives in Maine.My 16yr old son wants to live with me in NJ. We have joint custody?

My ex constantly leaves my son alone at home for days, weeks without supervision. My ex has prevented me from visiting my son for my aloud visitation by court order for many years. What can i do to get my son ?

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on Jul 22, 2015

Assuming New Jersey has jurisdiction over your son then you should file in New Jersey for a change in custody. You can call me for a free consultation.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: What type of attorney would I need regarding collection of back child support?

I was married and divorced in Florida, my son was also born in Florida. Shortly after the divorce, when my son was about 2 years old, my son and I moved to New Jersey. My ex agreed with the move although he stayed in Florida. As part of the divorce, my ex was ordered to pay child support directly... View More

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on May 29, 2015

Under federal law, New Jersey cannot modify an out-of-state child support order, but it might be able to enforce the collection of the arrears. Enforcement, however, depends on several facts. For example: Do you have a reasonable excuse for waiting 20 years before deciding to collect child... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: If a marriage lasts 2 months, does the wife have legal claim to husbands house he owned before they were married?

Husband had no will and property is located in NJ,not michigan

William N. Sosis
William N. Sosis
answered on May 29, 2015

Well, anyone can say they have a "legal claim" to most anything. The real question is whether they're likely to be successful. And, assuming there's no prenuptial agreement between you and your wife, there's some bad and good news you should be aware of. On the downside,... View More

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