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If you get injured in a state other than the one in which you reside, which state does the case take place in?
I agree with the prior answers, but add that you should talk to an attorney in both the state in which you reside and the state of the injury as soon as possible. The statute of limitations may be different in the two states, and it may have an impact on your claim. _______________________________________________________________________- The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. The response is in the form of legal education and is intended...
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Recently a van drove through my food business.
Generally, your claim against the driver would include all measure of your damages, including your business down time. I personally would rather throw in the kitchen sink in your claim, it is generally better to be over inclusive rather than under inclusive. You should speak to a qualified attorney to advise you about which claims to pursue, who to go against, etc. ________________________________________ The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney/client...
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Will I have to go to court?
If you have a legal defense to the complaint against you, it is usually a very good idea to present those defenses to the court. Otherwise, there is nothing to counter the allegations made against you, and the court can enter judgment against you without hearing your side. You should be aware that if a judgment is entered against you in NJ, even though you do not have property in NJ, there are methods where you can apply to have that judgment enforced in other states. The response...
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Bought A Lemon ~ Private Seller - Car Broke - Car Loan ~ Car is Job related - Need Advice - Thanks
Did the seller make any representations in writing? have you contacted the seller to explain the situation? How did you find the seller, was it from an advertisement in a newspaper, classified, etc? If they affirmatively made misrepresentations about the condition of your can, you may be able to take some action, but it is difficult to determine without more information. The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. The response is in the...
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How , where and what do I file to recoup a loan made to a relative. It has been over a year with no payments made.
You could file a lawsuit, to recover the amount you loaned him. Do you have proof you made the loan to him? A canceled check to him or the loan company would help. Does he live in new hampshire? if he lives there / has all of his possessions there, it may be more difficult to collect on, unless you go and sue him there. does he have an assets to satisfy a judgment if you get one? The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. The...
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Who can I report Welfare Fraud to in Sussex County, NJ?
The New Jersey Fraud Reporting Hotline for Welfare Fraud is 800-792-9773. I would start with them.
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I was in a car accident in New Jersey with no car insurance.
Did you have insurance at the time of the accident? If so, you need to put your insurance carrier on notice immediately that there was an accident. If you did not have insurance, were criminal charges filed against you?
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Bought A Lemon ~ Private Seller - Car Broke - Car Loan ~ Car is Job related - Need Advice - Thanks
Did the seller make any representations in writing? have you contacted the seller to explain the situation? How did you find the seller, was it from an advertisement in a newspaper, classified, etc? If they affirmatively made misrepresentations about the condition of your can, you may be able to take some action, but it is difficult to determine without more information. If you shoot me the answers to these questions, it may help. Thanks