Let's assume the case settles for 1,000. In the context of fee-shifting, the settlement agreement should itself delineate how much of that goes to...

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Which lawyer is right? Does an unambiguous document constitute objective evidence of the signer's intent?

This sounds similar to another question that was recently posted. As suggested by my colleagues, there is no guarantee that you would get summary...

I need help with the wording on a motion to recover cost on appeal. Is there a required format?

I answered a very similar question that was posted two days ago. You would file an affidavit, not make a motion. File an affidavit setting...

What are my rights if landlord has serve me with an illegal summons/eviction. I want to vacate premises for harrassment

First things first - if the landlord has filed an eviction action (also called a "summary dispossession" proceeding), you have to defend it or a...

Will a new kitchen renovation increase my property assessed value?

Appraised values are very fact specific. However, generally, I doubt a new kitchen could be the sole factor in the appraised value increasing by...

Can I fire this lawyer? Would I still have to pay the balance? Can I recoup any of the 750.00?

I will assume your daughter is not a juvenile. First, make sure there is a writing that authorizes the attorney to speak with you. His client is...

Collection Agency Judgement, and Statue of Limitations on Collecting and Suing

To answer your first specific question, the statute of limitations would not restart only because a new company purchased the debt. They are...

What can I do if the company does not take me back with the proof I have, I'm not sure if I can take them to court

New Jersey is an at-will State, which means that ordinarily you can be terminated for any reason or no reason. However, of course, there are...

Where are the Motion papers to file for recovery of cost of an appeal in Trenton, NJ? What needs to be attached?

Short answer: yes. I will assume this appeal was in the Appellate Division of Superior Court. File an affidavit setting forth all your costs...