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answered on May 28, 2024
Yes just call up the court speak with the judges law clerk or go online thru the courts JEDS system and request it in writing (always better) and depending on the judge and the court your in will determine how easy it will be to do this.
Different counties and different judges rules and... View More 
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answered on May 31, 2024
Every situation is unique and must be determined on its own merits. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one rule: a good attorney is generally never cheap, and a cheap attorney is generally never good so don't choose based on price. With modern technology, you can be represented... View More
answered on May 28, 2024
Thank you for your question. Self-represented litigants can submit requests to postpone a hearing via New Jersey's online filing system, JEDS. In addition, it's common to request a postponement (also called an adjournment) of a hearing if the Defendant needs additional time to prepare a... View More
answered on May 28, 2024
It is up to the judge. File an adjournment request with that judge via JEDS, provide the reason you are making the request, and ask the judge for his/her chambers staff to contact you to advise as to whether the adjournment is granted. Otherwise, appear at the appointed time.
The default has not yet been entered. We have the hearing scheduled for June 12th. I called my husband's attorney's office multiple times to get additional time to answer. He never responded to the messages I left his paralegal, but instead filed a default judgment. When he filed for the... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2024
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 opposing party does have counsel, you could get slaughtered... View More
The default has not yet been entered. We have the hearing scheduled for June 12th. I called my husband's attorney's office multiple times to get additional time to answer. He never responded to the messages I left his paralegal, but instead filed a default judgment. When he filed for the... View More
answered on May 27, 2024
You need to file an application immediately and you need to detail the timeline of every call to the other lawyers office with a print out from your cell phone record showing the call made, who you spoke with and what if anything was the response and the details of the other court proceeding with... View More
AC,NJ hotel and casino guest luggage in room after guest was locked out of room for trying to extend stay and payment was declined. The guest was not allowed to get belongings out of room, instead security went to room, opened guest personal belongings and proceeded to go through their... View More
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answered on May 27, 2024
In New Jersey, hotel staff and security are generally not allowed to search a guest's personal belongings without consent, even if the guest has been locked out of their room due to non-payment or other issues. The hotel may have the right to remove and store the guest's belongings, but... View More
I need to get my Father's Will be validated or deem not valid to obtain documentation for Puerto Rico Courts. Back up note. He died in Puerto Rico; however, Puerto Rico is asking for documentation from New Jersey Courts to verify that the will is not valid. How do I go about getting this and... View More
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answered on May 26, 2024
First, I am sorry to learn your dad passed away. It's not a simple situation anytime.
As to your question, I'd need to know a lot more about the particulars. I take it he was a resident of NJ and died in PR on vacation, visiting relatives, wintering, etc. This happens a lot in... View More
Yes i filed a civil suit, and the contractor was still coming to my house the whole time to cut grass, while we had a court case going on. I thought that was witness tampering, but when i called the police, and told them we were fighting in court, they did nothing, and still allowed him to cut the... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
Witness tampering involves attempting to influence, intimidate, or threaten a witness in connection with their testimony or participation in a legal proceeding. If the contractor was simply coming to your apartment to cut the grass as part of their regular duties, this alone does not constitute... View More
If the asylum clock is stopped due to a request for time from the judge to bring a lawyer, when will it return to counting? Will it return after it was stopped, or will it make up for the period during which it was stopped?
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answered on May 21, 2024
When an asylum applicant requests additional time to find an attorney, the immigration judge may grant a continuance and stop the asylum clock. The asylum clock will resume on the date of the next hearing after the continuance.
However, the asylum clock will not make up for the time period... View More
Now they want charge me two month because I did not provide them notice in advance , the think I was not sure when I would buy
answered on May 17, 2024
It depends on the language contained within the lease. I would contact an attorney to properly assess what your options are. There are very few leases that allow for the option of early termination.
In North Carolina, In accordance with NC Statute 42-45.1, there are certain requirements... View More
I've not seen nor heard from him and would like to get a divorce and some alimony. I found out from our son he gave a credit card to my son's roommate, so I guess he can afford some alimony also. We were married in 1985.
answered on May 28, 2024
Thank you for your question. The fact that you have been separated since 1995 - app. 30 years and living in your own in my opinion we preclude you getting alimony.
The other issue is that a separation does not stop the clock on the marriage as only filing a divorce complaint would do that.... View More
I've not seen nor heard from him and would like to get a divorce and some alimony. I found out from our son he gave a credit card to my son's roommate, so I guess he can afford some alimony also. We were married in 1985.
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answered on May 16, 2024
I have good news and bad news for you. The bad news is that you have been separated since 1995, so your chances of being awarded spousal support are extremely slim. The good news is that you can get a divorce. You need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney that will enable you to get on... View More
Police was called to hotel after knocking on wrong hotel room door while intoxicated. Weeks later was cited for disorderly conduct and judge made mention of possible ramifications leading from first and only ever legal infraction. Terrified to think this could lead to life altering consequences.
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answered on May 16, 2024
Based on the information provided, it is unlikely that a single disorderly conduct citation in New Jersey would lead to denial of citizenship or deportation on its own. However, it's important to consider a few factors:
1. Immigration status: The potential consequences may depend on... View More
My spouse travelled to USA from India in 2022. I applied for H1B lottery in 2023, my application got picked up in lottery. My Employer had filed the H1B petition in June 2023. I travelled to USA as dependent on H4 in August 2023. In Jan 2024, my H1B petition got approved. Now I am willing to work... View More
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answered on May 15, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems that you are currently in the United States on an H-4 visa, and your H-1B petition was approved in January 2024. In this situation, you have two options:
1. Change of Status (COS) within the United States: You can file Form I-539 to request a... View More
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answered on May 13, 2024
By itself no. They are commonly considered drug paraphernalia and you can be charged with that offense in relation to possessing such baggies. However, being charged with drug paraphernalia in relation to these bags requires some sort of other evidence to suggest you intend to use the baggies to... View More
answered on May 13, 2024
No, not by itself it would not be paraphernalia, but for example if found with a spoon a needle and a lighter it would probably be an easy case for the prosecutor to win. Every case is different and depends on the facts and circumstances of its own.
Unfair and predatory billing
answered on May 11, 2024
If you accuse them of predatory billing, you can expect them to withdraw. If they are, in fact, doing so, you would want different attorneys.
You can try asking, politely, to explain the billing, ask particular questions, and discuss the issues.
My gyno asked if I wanted STI screening, I said no.
I received a bill later that during the papsmear they had also run an STI check and I'm being billed for it.
Is it worth it to pursue this?
answered on May 6, 2024
Probably not. Although your frustration is understandable, the issue that arises will be the amount of damages you suffered as a result of running tests that insurance would probably pick up. But that's only an individual opinion. Other attorneys might see things differently - you could try to... View More
I own a nonprofit and a friend of mine will be donating 4 paintings he made that are worth over 50k, and he's choosing not to deduct them. I know to put this under schedule M of the 990, but because he's choosing not to deduct them, I'm not sure if I should go get them appraised or... View More
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answered on May 5, 2024
For nonprofits receiving high-value non-cash (in-kind) donations, there are some special considerations and procedures to follow:
1. Acknowledgment: The nonprofit should provide a written acknowledgment to the donor, describing the donated property and specifying whether any goods or... View More
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