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The municipality is requiring it but I’m told it’s not required. Where can I find the requirements for a professional contractor working for a municipality?
answered on Dec 30, 2019
You have two choices: Either obey the municipal ordinance that requires you to have an affirmative action certificate or get ready to find another employer--soon.
I manage a multi-unit property in NJ and we have a tenant (contractor, a corporation) who rents a storage garage on the property. Landlord is an LLC owned by a family member. There was a commercial lease that ran for one year and expired in May 2019. Tenant did not renew, landlord continued... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2019
You will need an attorney to help you file a summary dispossession complaint in the Special Civil Part - Landlord /Tenant section - in the county in which the premises are located. This is the proper legal way to remove the current the tenant without resorting to self help.
answered on Dec 19, 2019
As per N.J.S.A. 3B:22-4, Creditors of the decedent shall present their claims to the personal representative of the decedent’s estate:
-in writing, and
-under oath,
-specifying the amount claimed, and
-the particulars of the claim.
-within nine months from the date of the decedent's death.
answered on Dec 5, 2019
Each LLC should have at least three members and it's own insurance policy. All LLCs should be owned by a "C" corp. Anything else is not going to protect you from personal liability. You really need to retain an experienced business and contracts attorney.
New Jersey - Storage unit leased to an llc,
Owner deceased, estate admin and employees of the deceased's llc have been ensuring unit is paid monthly while sorting contents.
-Nov 17 unit lock changed discovered
-Nov 21 Facility management contacted and offered... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2019
I don't know of any lawyer that would take a case like this on a contingency basis
It deals with Non-Compete Agreements. I have a friend who works for a private school and she signed a non compete that prevents her from getting another teaching job within 12 miles of any of the schools for the company she works for. Because of the amount of schools they have she essentially... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2019
How can anyone intelligently speculate on this?
I had a cash buyer for my home. The oil tank was lifted. I was there when it was lifted. I did not sign a change order for any additional work, or remediation. I am a Property Manager and would bid it out for the best contractor if the work truly needed to be done. I believe this guy was a... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2019
Although you can sue the contractor, this will not be cost effective. Since the house was foreclosed on, you will need to file a Bankruptcy in order to avoid liability for the deficiency judgment when the property is sold at sheriff sale. Even if you win against the contractor, the Chapter 7... View More
Kitchen floor is not flat, there are bumps since some tiles higher then others. Contractor blames the tile product. He installed hood over the oven but it is not centered, instead of fixing it permanently, came up with a temporary solution that didn't fix it, Each time we open the cabinet door... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2019
You are in luck, because under NJ law, there is powerful protection in place on your side. The two most important laws are the N.J. Home Improvement Contractor Act, which almost no home improvement contractor's contract is in compliance with. The Second law is The N.J. Consumer Fraud Act,... View More
Can I terminate a lease agreement if I am called on military orders (title 32) in the state of NJ?
answered on Sep 19, 2019
If you have orders for either a PCS or a deployment longer than 90 days federal law, will let you terminate your lease. If this is the case just let your landlord know as soon as you can.
answered on Sep 9, 2019
That clause only applies to senior citizens receiving Social Security Old Age Pensions, Railroad Retirement Pensions or other governmental pensions in lieu of Social Security Old Age Pensions, and by recipients of Social Security Disability Benefits, Supplemental Security Income or benefits under... View More
I purchased a used vehicle while the check engine light was on with all the promises in the world from the dealership that all the issues with car will be fixed in order for it to pass inspection... Needles to say they prolonged and prolonged until I was out of warranty then said they weren't... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2019
The ONLY entity you should be talking to is the company that lent you the money to purchase the unsatisfactory old beater. Why? Because you still owe them whatever you borrowed--regardless of who is at fault here.
Served by them ? Then by the county sheriff?? I dont see it on there website for a sake. it has not been in paper for 4 weeks dont they have to do all those things before a sheriff sale, since NJ is judicial state? And back in 2017 doesnt our bankruptcy canceled out all there prior fillings..dont... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2019
Your question shows you know little about bankruptcy or foreclosure. Your lawyer should have explained it to you. If your sale has been noticed by posting a notice of sale and advertising it will go forward as noticed.
We were never given an opportunity to recover our investment.What do you recommend we do
answered on Aug 2, 2019
Ultimately, if there was a material misrepresentation made in connection with the sale of the investment, then you could potentially sue for it. Generally the misrepresentation must be made at the time of sale to be actionable.
With regards to notice of the change of ownership, that... View More
I got a loan agreement to finance furniture but after sign the agreement I decided to cancel because I found a better deal. I called the bank to cancel the agreement the said they would void it only when the furniture store confirms that I cancel the order and didn’t receive anything from them? I... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2019
I predict there will come a day when many more people will learn--by asking contact questions like this on here on Justia--not to sign any contracts without reading them very closely. Your particular situation reminded me of the advice I have given to every person in my family and to every friend... View More
Without two signatures it is not valid, is this correct?
answered on Jun 29, 2019
Without seeing the contact, no one here can tell you for certain. However, if you have already received some benefit from the contract, a minor defect is not going to invalidate the contract.
And is receiving commission from the bank on the execution of the documents such as loan documents
answered on Jun 21, 2019
I doubt the loan officer was "notarizing loan documents" because they do not have to be notarized. It is much more likely he was notarizing signatures on the loan documents. So, to answer your unstated underlying question, yes, the loan documents are valid and you are still liable on the note(s).
I need to ask some questions if my case is actual usury and if there would be any exceptions for it
answered on Jun 19, 2019
Before calling a NJ lawyer, try Goggling "usury interest rates in new jersey." Warning: As in most states, there may be several different usury rates governing civil contracts for businesses and individuals, as well as several more criminal usury rates for business and individuals in New Jersey.
I cosigned a car for my brother and he is not making payments for 5 months. Since we got the car he has been making late payments. Can i take him to court to take the car if i pay it off. Me and my brother's name is on the title. If i pay the car off, the bank will send the title to me. Can i... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2019
In most states either person named on the title has the ability to sell it or to do anything else with the car. If you pay it off the bank will give you a new title, which you can use any way you want.
answered on Jun 1, 2019
Depends on a contract which a lawyer would need to read to answer your question.
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