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In it who does he report it to
answered on Nov 13, 2022
First take pictures of damage and, if possible pieces of what fell on car. Report damage to police department of your municipality, Get estimate to repair damages and notify your carrier. Then approach your neighbor and ask for neighbor for name and address of contractor. Write letter to both... View More 
She was stopped by police for having a suspended license, which I did not know about. A few days later I receive notification from attorney offices advising me to get counsel. I am wondering what are my rights here and what should I do?
answered on Nov 9, 2022
Yes you need a good traffic ticket lawyer as you are probably charged with allowing an unlicensed driver to drive your car. If you get convicted of this offense which is I would assume 39:3-37.1(a) which carries a fines up to $500 and or up to 15 days in Jail. Thus yes you need a lawyer and a... View More
Hello, I have a personal injury lawsuit on my hands due to someone falling on my property and having injury due to them not following my walk way and cutting across my property/lawn while working for a Big company. The Case was filed in Superior Court; Civil Division, but in the wrong County.... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2022
Yes if you have a lawyer you should definitely advise him of this fact.
I have a judgment against a contractor who refused to return deposit. I have already served information subpoena to defendants court appearance. Now, all of his court appearances are virtual. Defendant has not responded to information subpoena within time alotted. I filed notice to enforce... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2022
You have to get a Judge to grant you permission to effectuate service by publication. But you risk the contractor being able to discharge the judgment in bankruptcy. If you cannot establish fraudulent conduct that is not dischargeable in bankruptcy then you have a real problem. There are too many... View More
A few weeks ago I posted here regarding reopening my divorce post judgement due to fraud. I indicated that I do not have the funds to hire an attorney and was seeking help pro bono. I realize the cost associated with the complexity of this case, and I am willing to help in any way that I can to... View More
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answered on Oct 25, 2022
Trying to represent yourself in a divorce or post-divorce matter is unwise since you are emotionally involved and not a trained attorney. There has to be a valid reason for reopening a divorce. This is going to be an expensive case and a hard burden to meet. People want to litigate very often,... View More
I currently have a summons to appear for a Trash/Debris ticket in my Municipality. We requested the Town to send us pictures after numerous times of us cleaning all areas seen by the public we reviewed the photos from Code Enforcement for it to reveal they entered our backyard without permission... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2022
Unless the municipality can show that there was an emergency situation which required immediate attention, the municipal officials can not enter your premises without your permission.
I live in a town where the Code Enforcement is very strict. Our landlord has a building next door to us with a connected back parking lot.
Our landlord consistently visits the property and complains about trash and our way of life, etc. to avoid having to get calls from Code Enforcement... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2022
Every lease in NJ, both written and oral, are deemed to include the provision of quiet enjoyment. This means no one can enter the leased premises without the renter's permission unless it is an emergency such as a water or gas leak. If repairs are not made within a reasonable period of time,... View More
I was unaware what a co-signer was. I responded but the original signer did not. Would the court be able to put the full responsibility of the debt on me. I was just diagnosed with cancer and have no income while he does. Debt is from passaic county and I live in Passaic county. Court is in Morris... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2022
As a cosigner, you are fully responsible for the debt. Age or state of health is no defense. If a judgment is entered against you, it is a valid lien for 20 years. You may be able to have the debt discharged by filing in bankruptcy. Speak to an attorney with bankruptcy experience,
The car has been at the mechanic longer than I have been able to use it and I’m making payments on it for 2 months now without being able to use the vehicle. The dealership refuses to void the contract and insists of wasting more time trying to fix it or selling me a different car with a higher... View More
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answered on Jul 31, 2022
It will be necessary to examine the contract you signed, but it seems like an excellent possibility that there is a violation of the NJ Lemon law, the NJ Consumer Fraud Act (which allows for payment of triple damages and attorney fees). An experienced civil litigation attorney should be able to... View More
answered on May 23, 2022
This is a question for a handyman not a lawyer, as maybe a motor to open them can be installed or maybe the window just needs some lubrication such as WD-40?
I’m a health insurance broker in NJ. My General Agent has without my consent advised the health insurance carrier to alter the expiration date on our contract. The carrier is now holding my commissions and won’t release them as agreed in our contract. Can someone please advise?
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answered on May 14, 2022
More facts and an examination of all relevant contracts is going to be needed in order to make a determination if you have a viable cause of action or not. But, from these facts (without knowing any more) it appears as if you might. With modern technology, you can be represented by any high-quality... View More
I have been separated (not legally separated) for one year and 2 months with my current wife. We have been married for 2 plus years. If I buy a home with my own savings that I had before getting married can she take half when we divorce?
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answered on May 9, 2022
New Jersey is an equitable distribution state, so the answer is "NO". You also should get divorced prior to buying any house, and this market is overdue to colapse.
We are both French citizens of no immigration status in the US. I reside in France while my husband resides in United Emirate. Can I proceed with divorce in NJ ? Does US have jurisdiction over the assets and properties in France should we get the verdict? Thank you
answered on Apr 12, 2022
It is unlikely. New Jersey divorces couples who were legally married anywhere, as long as they satisfy the residency requirement. With rare exception, that means that at least once of you would have to live in New Jersey, and have been here for at least 12 consecutive months.
You should... View More
My attorney do not want to file an application to the court to vacate the Judge's vacation of the default or file a new default motion? He says court will take care of the defendants violation of order. Find below the details. How to deal with it?
Filed a complaint in the court for... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2022
Since you are represented by counsel, you must direct all questions to your own attorney.
For example if the town only allows certain firepits do thay have to make the details of what makes a lawful firepit public? If the town has rules for such a firepit but the rules are not available to the public is this legal? Where is legally allowed for this information to be located?
answered on Mar 28, 2022
Depends on the town, but most rules and regulations for the town will be posted as a township ordinance and you may be able to find these online. However for what you are concerned about you may also have to look at the fire department regulations for the town/county/state. I suggest consulting... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2022
You can always file a lawsuit, but the question by the judge would be what were you damages.
How to stop her from driving
answered on Feb 16, 2022
This is a hard situation, has she diagnosed with dementia? if so her doctor will generally write a letter to MVC getting her license suspended.
To include all the sub parts of the questions.
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answered on Feb 4, 2022
You need to repost your question in PA section.
Is it two separate cases or one?the hospital gave my PHI TO A person acting as POA AND IT WAS USED FOR ILLEGAL PURPOSE.
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answered on Jan 22, 2022
You really need to state a meaningful question without any abbreviations (which cannot be specifically identified.
I currently live in FL. Previously lived in NJ. Noticed today that checking and savings accounts were levied. When I spoke to my bank, they said the superior court of NJ authorized this. I never received any notification of a pending court case against me. The address on my license and with the... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2022
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