Questions answered by Elizabeth Tandy Foster

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Do the rules of evidence about hearsay in New Jersey forbid second-hand testimony about a deceased person's opinions,

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

There are a number of exceptions, you would have to provide more information to help us help you.

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I was collecting unemployment. My ex employer, who said they would not fight unemployment and let me collect, appealed over a

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

I really don't know the answer to your question except that I have had clients tell me that they were simply unable to collect if they filed for ue...

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How do I get the father to pay child support?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

you need to look at the order that the judge issued that gave you custody. if there is an award of child support, you need to call up the court in...

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What would be a sufficient excuse for a defendant not appear in small claims court?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

Lawyers routinely give each other the professional courtesy of an adjournment. Judges can get irritated if lawyers do not do this and they have to...

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Month to month sublease termination

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 22, 2015

you can kick them out but you will have to take them to court. It is better to have your agreement in writing. now when you go to court they can...

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Can a former employer tell a new employer in reference call that I have alot of personal issues and go into detail

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 21, 2015

This is america and we enjoy free speech rights here. Your employer is not under a duty to keep these things confidential although it is obviously...

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Someone intentionally hit me in the nose/face through my driver's side window after illegally detaining me. Do I have recourse?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 20, 2015

you can pursue this on a criminal basis and civil. you can file a civil complaint in court for battery, false imprisonment, and assault. Whether...

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My ex husband wants sole custody of our 13 yr old son . ,will i still be able to see him and in the future fight for custody?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 20, 2015

The other lawyers have given you very precise and correct information, and I write only to tell you that I did represent a mom who gave up custody...

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Ethics Complaint

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 20, 2015

1. what happens--the ethics committee sends your written complaint to the lawyer 2. the lawyer does not respond to you directly but to the...

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How can apartments complex get away with this?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on August 20, 2015

you should take your lease to a landlord/tenant lawyer local to you to see if you have any remedies.

Elizabeth Tandy Foster's Answers (3485)

Do the rules of evidence about hearsay in New Jersey forbid second-hand testimony about a deceased person's opinions,

I was collecting unemployment. My ex employer, who said they would not fight unemployment and let me collect, appealed over a

How do I get the father to pay child support?

What would be a sufficient excuse for a defendant not appear in small claims court?

Month to month sublease termination

Can a former employer tell a new employer in reference call that I have alot of personal issues and go into detail

Someone intentionally hit me in the nose/face through my driver's side window after illegally detaining me. Do I have recourse?

My ex husband wants sole custody of our 13 yr old son . ,will i still be able to see him and in the future fight for custody?

Ethics Complaint

How can apartments complex get away with this?