Questions answered by Frances A Tomes

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Does the defendant have a right to demand a jury trial for consumer fraud case?

Frances's answer | Answered on June 10, 2016

yes, they can demand a trial by jury as can you. Go to the judricary website, njcourtsonline.com and you can search consumer fraud jury charges. ...

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How do I file a complaint with the State Attorney General's office? Which state do I file with? Also, can I sue for my money?

Frances's answer | Answered on April 19, 2016

You can file a complaint in either place. The New Jersey attorney general will generally only investigate situations of mass fraud. Our...

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Do I need to hire an attorney to file consumer fraud charges, and try to get my money back. It is not a large amount

Frances's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

You do not need to hire an attorney to collect a judgment. There is not enough information to establish if there is a viable consumer fraud act...

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Complications after suburethral vaginal sling procedure. Is it too early to seek counsel?

Frances's answer | Answered on September 15, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about your situation. These are horrific injuries to live with. It is not too early to investigate a claim . In fact...

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Can a contractor file a mechanic lien on my primary house without contract in NJ

Frances's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

without a written contract the lien is not valid and will not be enforced. If the contract was in excess of $500 it needs to be in writing or it...

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Auto accident injury. Do I have a case? Is there compensation?

Frances's answer | Answered on March 28, 2015

you probably do have a claim. The valuation depends on a lot of factors. It is best to speak with an attorney who will take your medical and...

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I was involved in car accident while driving my employer vehicle in my way to delivery. 2 year after i quite the company .

Frances's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

An answer to the complaint is due within 35 days from the date you were served. Follow up with your employer and make sure they have sent it their...

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If someone owes you money for work performed can you take them to court if they refuse to pay you

Frances's answer | Answered on February 05, 2015

As a general proposition, yes, but more facts would be needed. By taking them to court, if you win, you would get a judgment and then would have...

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My father is dehydrated, his nutrition and hygiene is poor and he is being left alone. He is 82 and dying. He weighs only 124lb

Frances's answer | Answered on December 03, 2014

You should contact a nursing home attorney in your area. Take pictures of the sores and document everything. Contact your Local department of...

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Can I sue the nursing home where my mom was. She has bed sores and dehydration, went through this a month in a half ago kidneys

Frances's answer | Answered on October 02, 2014

Unfortunately, this is a common setting in nursing home abuse cases. You should take pictures of the bed sores, and contact a local attorney to...

Frances A Tomes's Answers (33)

Does the defendant have a right to demand a jury trial for consumer fraud case?

How do I file a complaint with the State Attorney General's office? Which state do I file with? Also, can I sue for my money?

Do I need to hire an attorney to file consumer fraud charges, and try to get my money back. It is not a large amount

Complications after suburethral vaginal sling procedure. Is it too early to seek counsel?

Can a contractor file a mechanic lien on my primary house without contract in NJ

Auto accident injury. Do I have a case? Is there compensation?

I was involved in car accident while driving my employer vehicle in my way to delivery. 2 year after i quite the company .

If someone owes you money for work performed can you take them to court if they refuse to pay you

My father is dehydrated, his nutrition and hygiene is poor and he is being left alone. He is 82 and dying. He weighs only 124lb

Can I sue the nursing home where my mom was. She has bed sores and dehydration, went through this a month in a half ago kidneys