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get a T.R.O on you and have me the homeowner (Disabled on a fixed income) removed from my home and put to the streets with nowhere to go while escorting this stranger into your home, granting all access to all your family valuables and private documents, the entire contents of your home as well as... View More 
answered on Dec 13, 2024
I have no idea what happened to you but to have you removed from your home under a domestic violence temporary restraining order, the person had to appear before a local municipal court judge or a superior court judge and certify as to as specific facts, starting with the representation that he /... View More
removed from NJ. On Nov 25 the adoption agency opposed decision as her guardian & ICPC and had her removed to live with adoptive parent in Georgia
How can they over rule judge's order?
answered on Dec 4, 2024
No competent lawyer worth his salt could answer your question without reviewing the underlying order and pleadings from the trial court and the submissions to the appellate court and its order and its statement of reasons. My suggestion is that you retain a family law attorney to review all of that... View More
I worked a 1099 contractor role in 2023 with a CPA. I got the role through a finance & accounting recruiting agency. The contract was written up by the recruiting agency & was between myself and the CPA firm.
The contract was for hourly pay for a minimum of 300 hours. The CPA firm... View More
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answered on Jul 29, 2024
It's crucial to consult with an attorney who can provide tailored advice based on your specific situation.
You have a strong position with a default judgment, but the defendant can file a motion to vacate the default judgment, potentially leading to further legal proceedings. Accepting... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to file an appeal under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA):
1. Review the denial letter: Carefully read the denial letter you received from the federal agency to understand the reason(s) for the denial of your FTCA claim.
2. Determine the... View More
I just received a letter from the court that a complaint was filed against me (by my US citizen husband, I am European), the letter was delivered to my address in Europe today, but the letter states failure to appear notice and it has a courte date for last week. It arrived after the court date and... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2024
I suggest you call the court and tell them what you have told us, they may remove any failure to appear or warrant that may have issued due to this fact, on the other hand they may not it depends on how much time they gave for mailing and other factors. That being said even if your successful and... View More
I just received a letter from the court that a complaint was filed against me (by my US citizen husband, I am European), the letter was delivered to my address in Europe today, but the letter states failure to appear notice and it has a courte date for last week. It arrived after the court date and... View More
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
I also agree you should just call the court and explain your situation that you did not get notice in time. An attorney could also do this on your behalf. As to the simple assault charges you need representation so that someone can obtain the evidence and speak with the Prosecutor. It may also be... View More
A request for an adjournment. And gave accepted it for a new court date. Meanwhile I was there and the hearing took place and the ruling was made. She completely changed her decision with no basis except for the other party saying I used to have a trade that paid well. I don't... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2023
I gather you filed an application for modification and the other side failed to file timely opposition and then asked the court for a new date to be able to provide the court with new information. Unfortunately, this type of settling happens regularly, especially when the court has 2 pro se... View More
My parked car's license plates were scanned and my car was impounded in the middle of the night on 7/14. The plfdpd enforced Dmv policy after the overturning of the Chevron case ruling against agencies violating the ppl rights. Dmv is one of the 439 federal agencies listed in the doctrine.... View More
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
You have grounds to consider filing a civil suit against the Plainfield Police Department if they violated your rights. The impoundment of your car based on a license plate scan, especially in the middle of the night, can be legally questionable. The enforcement of DMV policies after the... View More
I received a summons and failed to provide so answer in the allotted time. A judgment was rendered and I have not satisfied it. The judgement was regarding an accident I got into in 2019, I was uninsured at the time. There were only paint scratches to the other person’s car, but they sued me for... View More
answered on May 23, 2023
Depending on how long ago it was, you may be able to file a motion to set aside based on excusable neglect.
I’m on permanent disability; I would like SSA to use my tax info from 2020 or 2022 as 2021 I only had high amount of taxable withdrawals from my dads Inherited IRA; used to purchase a low income affordable condo & pay taxes & additional money taken out in order to pay taxes etc. I... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
To prepare for an SSA IRMAA appeal administrative hearing, you may want to consider seeking legal assistance from an attorney who specializes in Social Security law. They can help you present your case in the best way possible, and help you navigate the appeals process.
In addition, it may... View More
Months after my divorce was final in 2020, my ex took me to court for 50/50 custody. At the time she had visitation every other weekend and a night for dinner during the week. The judge denied her request and sent us to mediation. At mediation I felt like I had to give up something so we agreed on... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2022
The filing of an appeal of a trial court's decision on a custody/parenting time decision must be within 45 days of the date of the order. Appeals are also expensive and time consuming. My suggestion is that you meet with a family law attorney experienced in handling family law appellate work... View More
My 3rd DWI had been overturned on a post convition appeal due to the Cassidy v. NJ case. I served 180 days in jail because of the charge. I got charged in 2015 went right to jail and released in 2016. The case was just overturned and I please down to careless driving. Can I have a lawsuit because... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2022
You posted this question to the NY attorney's forum. Try posting it again in NJ. Good luck!
He was supposed to go to a hearing on Thursday but for some reason they did not have it. Also by any chance can the money we already paid the current lawyer be transferred to the new lawyer?
answered on Aug 12, 2022
You can always change lawyers however, your old lawyer will be entitled to the money he has earned already generally computed at the lawyers normal hourly rate. That being said a lot of lawyers are weary of taking a case at the last minute like this as it will take a lot of time for your new... View More
I was terminated from my job of 18 years in July of 2018 ,I got hurt on the job,and was unable to continue to do my job afterwards. I put in for accidental disability retirement and was denied January 2022 .
answered on Apr 8, 2022
I'm sorry for your ordeal with the injury and the denial. You could search online, which you may have already done. You could check with the New Jersey State Bar Association if they have resources that could be helpful. Although this site doesn't act as an attorney referral service, there... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2021
It sounds as though you want to file a writ of habeas corpus, and attorney fees vary by lawyer and complexity of a filing, so your best option is to speak to several attorneys who actually do that work to get an idea of price. Not all criminal attorneys have experience in filing habeas claims and... View More
Unemployed benefits has expired and currently have no income. Have had anxiety and depression since a child (14 years old). I'm 36 years old
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answered on Mar 15, 2021
I'm not in NJ but Social Security disability is a federal program so the rules are the same no matter what state you live in. If possible, I recommend hiring an attorney local to you that has a lot of experience in handling this type of case, particularly since you are younger. The good news... View More
This court order stemmed from my appeal of a Motor Vehicle decision to suspend my license when receiving out of state information. I am finding it hard to have such information on immediate search engines when my name is "searched". It is affecting my ability to obtain the level of... View More
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answered on Jul 6, 2020
It's public information by law.
answered on Mar 20, 2020
Opting for the ignition interlock device is a fist conviction. You should retain counsel and determine whether the charges are defendable. You cannot appeal your decision, but you may be able to withdraw a plea. You may only appeal decisions of the judge.
I am overwhelmed and there is too much stuff now packed into the storage units. I can’t even pull things out for the organizations to take stuff. I have one month before the first group is due in about a week after that the second group is due. If I have to pay all of these I will not be able to... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2020
I am sorry to hear about your situation. Have you looked into any of NJ's state assistance programs?
https://www.lsnjlaw.org/Housing/Landlord-Tenant/Evictions/Pages/Programs-Prevent-Eviction.aspx
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