Questions answered by Jonathan R. Miller

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Am I responsible for plumbing damage? Landlord is causing me great stress. Need legal advice.

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

I agree with Mr Lamont. You need an attorney. Sounds to me like the landlord is trying to manufacture an excuse to keep the security deposit and...

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Tenant owes 4 months and going to 5. My property is a two family not owner occupy. Do I need to send a notice to quit and days?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

Yes, tenant is trying to buy time. It is up to you how long you want to wait. Since the lease was not renewed, the tenant now has a month-to-month...

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How do I comply with DMCA takedown requests?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

I agree with Mr. Pascale, you must comply with the take-down request or lose your immunity from suit under DMCA.

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Case information statement for college daughter

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

I agree with my colleagues. If you received a court order you should comply with it.

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How do I collect diminished value for a leased vehicle that was involved with a State of NJ owned vehicle?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

Insurance company is correct. I understand your concerns, but New Jersey's Tort Claims Act exists to protect the State and other public entities.

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Can I find a lawyer to work pro bono for this case?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

I agree with the other attorneys: (1) you definitely need a lawyer; (2) you probably earn too much to qualify for a public defender; and (3)...

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If a debt was denied in 1 county can it be re-opened 3 years ago in another county? Also this debt is over 14 years

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

Sorry, but your post is not entirely clear. Is this a judgment that is being enforced, or a debt that is subject to a currently pending lawsuit? If...

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Can I sue N.J. for falsely giving me a criminal record and thus resulting me in not being able to find a job for 5 months?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

I agree with my colleagues. This sounds like either negligence, or possibly identity theft. In any event I suggest you discuss this matter in...

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I recently filed a motion for reduction for child support/resolved through mediation.

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 24, 2014

This is most likely a conflict. There is a risk of misuse of your ex's confidential information. There is also a negative impact of the perceived...

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Malicious violation of medical privacy--can the medical office be sued

Jonathan's answer | Answered on July 18, 2014

You cannot sue a medical provider for violating HIPAA, but you may have claims against the office for negligent hiring and negligent training....

Jonathan R. Miller's Answers (1805)

Am I responsible for plumbing damage? Landlord is causing me great stress. Need legal advice.

Tenant owes 4 months and going to 5. My property is a two family not owner occupy. Do I need to send a notice to quit and days?

How do I comply with DMCA takedown requests?

Case information statement for college daughter

How do I collect diminished value for a leased vehicle that was involved with a State of NJ owned vehicle?

Can I find a lawyer to work pro bono for this case?

If a debt was denied in 1 county can it be re-opened 3 years ago in another county? Also this debt is over 14 years

Can I sue N.J. for falsely giving me a criminal record and thus resulting me in not being able to find a job for 5 months?

I recently filed a motion for reduction for child support/resolved through mediation.

Malicious violation of medical privacy--can the medical office be sued