What is a "reasonable" increase in rent?

As long as you are not subject to rent control the landlord can basically raise the rent to any amount they choose especially in a month to month...

Family Law and Equity

New Jersey follows the same type of procedure in terms of filing a motion in order to obtain the relief you are seeking. A court may order your...

I own one of two family houses condo. My next door neighbor and I have seperate house insurance, instead a master title policy.

Steven: You have a complicated issue and it would be best if you retained counsel to handle this re-finance for you. I guess the first question...

When i sub peona bank records in a pending divorce matter in New Jersey

The subpoena should be served simultaneously on all interested parties. If there is an objection to the turn over of documents the parties can...

A temporary restraining order will only become a final restraining order after a trial on the merits and you are able to prove that an act of...

If landlord takes me to court to evict me, how much time will judge give me to find a new place?

Once an eviction action is filed the court date will be set for about 21-35 days later. Keep in mind that depending upon the type of property you...

Our friend, a contractor put an addition on our house with no written signed contract and wants more money than aggreed upon. He

Home improvement contractors are required to have a written contract with respect to the scope and duration of work under New Jersey law. Failure...

My wife forged my name on a 130,000 mortage against our house-we are in the process of a divorce-what recorse do i have?

May I also suggest that you contact the County Clerk's office to obtain a copy of the mortgage recorded against the property. You may then want to...

Can i keep my medical coverage after my divorce?

Mr. Savage is correct in so far as this should be part of the settlement negotiations. Perhaps you need to discuss with your attorney a divorce...

Mr. Bailey is correct. However please keep in mind that before the attorney can bring suit for legal fees he/she must notify you of your right to...