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2 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for New Jersey on
Q: Trademarking my business name.

I've had my business for over 20 yrs but only recently contacted an online legal services company about trademarking the name. A few weeks later that company contacted me by email informing me that someone else was applying to trademark the same name and if I did not respond in 2 days, they... View More

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answered on Dec 16, 2023

You need to retain an experienced New Jersey law firm, that has an attorney who is highly experienced in not just trademarks but all intellectual property and also has an attorney that can help you set up the right corporate entities and contracts as well as show you want being a digital... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: New jersey , Does anyone have any experience in motion for summmary judgement , I am the defedant

New jersey , Does anyone have any experience in motion for summmary judgement , I am the defedant my oral argument is soon what do i say during this what questions will be asked? I'm New Jersey its a special civil case against junk debt collector velocity investements llc my argument is all oral

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answered on Dec 8, 2023

Since you filed legal pleadings you on your own, an attorney cannot just start an oral argument on a motion. You need to pay for an hour of attorney time to review everything that has been filed and the attorney may need to amend the pleadings that you filed. You are not a trained attorney. You do... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Domestic Violence and Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: Greetings, I filed a restraining order on the father of my child who we have a dv history since 2012 to 17

Greetings,

I filed a restraining order on the father of my child who we have a dv history since 2012 to 17 At the present time my daughter is residing with defendant temporary from court. In bergen county nj. The restraining order is in full affect still and judge told defendant that he can... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2023

The only way to resolve this matter is to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney who has extensive domestic violence trial experience. In determining your choice of an attorney, there are many factors to consider, including but not limited to and you should look at how the attorney is ranked on... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for New Jersey on
Q: I am paying alimony. If I die, is my new spouse liable to keep paying the alimony?
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answered on Dec 9, 2024

If you die the payment of alimony dies with you. So you do not have to worry about that. Good luck and enjoy your life.

2 Answers | Asked in Trademark for New Jersey on
Q: I own a private day camp in New Jersey and I would like to create a camp mascot that is a derivative of the little miss

sunshine character, using the same colors. Is that legal?

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

You have to be more specific because you have not provided enough facts to enable any attorney to provide a meaningful response and guide you accordingly. Good luck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Real Estate Law for New Jersey on
Q: Would marital property split equally, if one party dies, they were divorced but hadn't yet sold the poperty

Husband & wife buy a condo together and at the time, put 1 of their 20 yr old kids on the deed. They divorce 10 yrs later, then wife dies before they sell property. Division of assets was filed at time of divorce, states wife lives there for 2 yrs, then they sell and split equally, & in... View More

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answered on Nov 23, 2024

The answers to your questions cannot be determined in an online forum. You must have a consultation (either secured video conference or in person in an attorney's office). In addition, you do not have privacy by posting in this forum. Just like you found it so can your so can the other parties... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for New Jersey on
Q: 18 years married partial separation, i helped to pay off mortgage .House is my also?

Do I have rights as owner for this house?

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answered on Nov 19, 2024

The fact that you live in GA. means you need to retain an experienced GA matrimonial attorney. The GA court would probably apply New Jersey law, in which case as part of the resolution of all equitable distribution of all assets. But you have not provided enough facts to provide any more specific... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Jersey on
Q: How can get a lawyer help me hand my property
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answered on Nov 8, 2024

There is insufficient information to provide a meaningful answer to what you stated. Rewrite your question and provide more facts.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Wrongful Death for New Jersey on
Q: Employer only gave me 5 days to sign NdA severance agreement I need extension my lawyer is mid trial. Is there any case

Is there any case law? I’m in New York. The nda says it is construed in Georgia

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answered on Nov 8, 2024

You are represented by counsel, so your attorney has to handle this matter for you, or whoever in his firm is covering for him. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims and Civil Litigation for New Jersey on
Q: Civil debt case.

I filed an objection. then an answer with documentation showing all my income is from federal disability, VA and US DOL/OWCP compensation. I just received notification that the plaintiff filed to strike the answer. From my understanding, my income is protected by law from this type of action. Do I... View More

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answered on Oct 31, 2024

Any time that you have a legal case, you should be represented by counsel. Depending on the amount of your income you may qualify for NJ Legal Services or help from a local law school legal clinic. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for New Jersey on
Q: I got email from google with a subpoena saying To: Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway Mountain View what should I do
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answered on Oct 31, 2024

Google is unlikely to send you a Subpoena my email. You can consult an attorney to look at the document to see if there is any chance it could be real, but it's probably a scam. Good luck.

3 Answers | Asked in Patents (Intellectual Property) and Intellectual Property for New Jersey on
Q: How can I register an idea?

I have an idea for a novelty in dentistry, researched it, and built a proposal, but I am afraid to present it to anyone because I could lose the rights of my idea. What do you think I should do? Thank you.

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answered on Oct 31, 2024

You need to have a consultation with an experienced patient attorney. The consultation is confidential. Good luck and do not worry about meeting with the attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Jersey on
Q: Dispute over co-owned home with a family member. Seeking advice on protecting financial investments, legal options

A friend is facing a dispute regarding a property jointly owned with a relative. The property was purchased with significant financial contributions from one party, who financed the entire purchase through two loans: a primary mortgage on the new property and a refinance of their original home. The... View More

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answered on Oct 9, 2024

Your friend needs to retain an experienced civil litigation attorney who has handled this type of cases before. Although it may seem like an insurmountable problem, it is not. Your friend should be prepared to pay for 1 hour of attorney time to have this entire matter looked over. WHEN AN ATTORNEY... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for New Jersey on
Q: Do i (plaintiff) have to reply to an answer from the defendant citing to 4:5-2 ?

I filed a lawsuit in the Special Civil Part for 17k against Ford and a Ford dealership. Only Ford's lawyer has filed an answer. The answer denies the allegations and states 5 sepparate defenses as well as a demand for statement of damages within 5 days pursuant to 4:5-2. Do I have to reply?... View More

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

You need to retain an experienced New Jersey civil litigation attorney. You are not a trained attorney. You do not know the Court Rules, Rules of Evidence, case law, nor are you trained how to handle a legal case, especially if litigation is involved. However, if you do not retain counsel, and the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Jersey on
Q: We are in the middle of an Assumption for my mother's estate. If we're denied, can we sell the house?
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answered on Sep 18, 2024

You cannot assume a home mortgage and you cannot sell what you do not own. However, you need an experienced mortgage foreclosure defense and civil litigation attorney to represent your interests in this matter. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one rule: a good attorney is generally... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Banking for New Jersey on
Q: I let my boyfriend make trades on my brokerage account and it resulted in a $20,000 loss

I am looking to what I can do to recoup losses. He does not have a license to trade other peoples money. I told him he could. I told him what I did not want to hold within the account and he would not sell them. I was not monitoring the account as I was at work. He told me to trust him multiple... View More

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

You allowed him to do it, so who are you going to take legal action against? Any Court would treat this case as a he said -she said and it will almost certainly be a useless exercise. Good luck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for New Jersey on
Q: subpoena to mortgage company
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answered on Sep 18, 2024

More specific information is need to provide a meaningful answer. One thing is certain you need to retain counsel to represent your interests in this matter because among other reasons, you are emotionally involved. Good luck.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for New Jersey on
Q: Whats the chance a judge accepts a adjournment after an 11 month case i was self representing and now obtained a lawyer
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answered on Aug 26, 2024

You are represented by counsel, so all questions should be directed to your attorney who knows more about your case than anyone here could. Good luck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I choose which parent to stay with it a divorce even if I'm 15 and live in new jersey
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answered on Aug 9, 2024

This is not a decision for you to make. A Judge may take into account your thoughts but only a Court will decide. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I have my parents stay with me in the house me and my wife co-own during our divorce process in NJ?

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answered on Jul 17, 2024

That is a bad idea and could lead to significant problems beyond what you can ever conceive of. You need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to represent your interests in this matter. What you are considering is unwise and you should not do it. Of course, legally you can, but just... View More

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