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I am 16
What may be the outcome? If I am charged.
The company said if I pay back the money that will be the end. It was a civil demand letter to be exact. They said they will not press charges or get the cops involved but I just want to know what can happen.
answered on Nov 15, 2020
If they keep their word and don't file charges nothing will happen to you.
My mom is very abusive and constantly says things out of order and bring my mental stability to an all time low. My family has noticed and I want to move in with my Aunt. My mom tells me they're not my real family and i'm not wanted but they've insisted i live with them. Is it okay... View More 
answered on Nov 10, 2020
2 things need to happen quickly.
1st off, you need to search the following sites for mental health counseling services for yourself.
Everything about your setting screams out for help so that you have a chance at a healthier future.... View More
Are attorneys able to get an audio of a court hearing that they're involved in fairly quickly?
answered on Aug 31, 2020
Yes, absolutely. For a $10 fee, it is quite simple to obtain audio of a Court proceeding. The audio file is usually provided by the Court within a couple days.
Sleep deprivation and touching of intimate spaces over and over. Want force a deal for something I do not owe and am innocent of. I have signed nothing. do rights pertain to people who are not being detained but are being harassed and targeted too.
answered on Jul 28, 2020
Everything depends on the facts of your case such as were you put in a room and questioned for 16 hours probably yes. Were you put in a room for 2 hours and signed a Miranda Form probably not, but everything is up to the judge.
I filed a police report and the way it was written, to me, it reads like I did something wrong. This is so with the knowledge that there was video footage that they the Police refuse to secure. I live in Rutherford.
answered on Jul 19, 2020
You need a personal injury lawyer and you should have your lawyer subpoena the video it is not the responsibility of the police to do this for you.
answered on May 18, 2020
The answer and short is yes but an attorney would need to read the warrant to see if it's valid
I’m 18 years old living in New Jersey and I want to move out. I have plans to move and stay with my boyfriend can my parents call the cops and forcefully remove me from his home?
answered on Apr 7, 2020
This is every parents worst nightmare ( or at lease one of their nightmares) and its also a test for you. I have been a divorce & family law attorney for the past 34 years and have tried to help parents with their relationships with their children through the court system, through mediation and... View More
I have a civil case court matter coming up and I need help with representation.
answered on Mar 29, 2020
It's unlikely for an attorney to quote a price on handling a case/matter sight unseen, without knowing anything about what it involves (contract, tort, property, etc.), and other factors. For something like that, you would probably be better off contacting attorneys on your own and discussing.... View More
I wanted to know
answered on Feb 27, 2020
Looks like you wrote the code wrong, but an attorney would need to review the complaint to give you a proper answer.
On the way home. I received two tickets. Can I hire a lawyer? To appear for me and waive my appearance for the second ticket that has no price.
answered on Feb 10, 2020
The answer is it depends. In general if you hire a lawyer you may be able to avoid having to appear in court. However, that rule changes when you have a mandatory court appearance ticket. In that case a lawyer will need to convince the judge you don't need to come. And in cases such as DWI... View More
I will be filing for dissolution of my company this week. Do they have access to our business bank account? i'm planning to close the bank account in 2 weeks.
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answered on Nov 27, 2019
This is exactly the same question you asked on another legal website. The answer is the same, you need to retain an experienced bankruptcy attorney and file a Chapter 7 Business Bankruptcy to solve your problem, unless you personally guaranteed this or any other debt.
My ex-lawyer advised me to plead guilty to get into drug court (Zanex) because he said, "everyone gets into drug court once"!
So under his advisement, I pleaded guilty.
Also lack of urgency by my lawyer to obtain video tape of police assault and lack of obtaining Police video/audio CAM.
answered on Oct 15, 2019
You can try
If you withdraw it, can you win?
Police miscondiuct of the nature you describe is not a defense to drug possession
answered on Oct 7, 2019
The decision on whether you qualify is based on the Statue but more importantly on the chief of police in the town that you live in.
answered on Jul 19, 2019
Its difficult to respond because I am not sure what the question is. Were you arrested? For what? Who searched you? What did they do? What did they find? What does the guest and the fight have to do with the police? Why were the police there? Was it in a car? Home? In Public? Additional... View More
I cant survive on my salary and paying 65% of it, I cant pay full Alimony and I am behind over $205k I cant afford a lawyer i am 58 broke and have no savings. The court is draining me. IS there no one that can help me?
answered on Jun 26, 2019
You need to find a experienced family law attorney who can file a motion on your behalf requesting modification due to a change in circumstances. You should be prepared to fill out a new set of financial forms and be able to explain why your income has been reduced and why it is unlikely to be... View More
i am a licensed contractor in NJ I was harassed/discriminated against for months by a Home Depot Loss prevention employee who called the Toms River Police on myself and my construction crew because she profiles us as thieves (were Black) even though i spent 4k in the store that day and had... View More
answered on May 10, 2019
Discriminating against customers in the way you describe is a violation of the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, which provides for compensatory damages, punitive damages, and payment of the plaintiff's attorneys' fees if the case prevails. An attorney considering filing such a... View More
It was more than 120days when it was heard so what can I do about it plus I was giving 6 months in jail. It was heard in different court
answered on Apr 26, 2019
DWIs and refusal cases are very serious and you can lose your license for 7 to 12 months for a first offense. You should consult with an attorney to see if the police followed the requirements in order to administer the Alcotest. Also, an attorney can examine whether the machine was calibrated... View More
She has been living in the same senior complex for 23 years and has never had anything written against her. Now that my father passed a year ago she needs help so I am staying with her temporarily. I have been here since Aug 2018 and do plan to leave if my mother can get strong enough to stay alone.
answered on Mar 28, 2019
Based on the facts provided thus far it appears that your mother may well have rights under various federal and state laws regarding disabled persons that are being violated. More facts are needed to make a determination as to your mother's options. You should promptly contact an attorney... View More
Only a Police report of an incident prior to any court activity.
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answered on Feb 8, 2019
You should look up New Jersey Court Rule 1:38 about that.
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