Does a L/L have the right in NJ to charge a "painting fee", before you even move in, to be taken out of security deposit ?

He cannot pre-set what damages you cause, nor charge that much to clean unless that's what it costs.

I was issued a citation, driving while DUI. Why should I hire any lawyer, when the law says what it says. And plus I told the

Because a good lawyer can keep you from continuing with your non-defense. And get you a better result than you would otherwise.

Can I serve someone prior to filing the lawsuit at the courthouse?

No. They have to be served with the suit as recorded at the courthouse. There is no suit till the court accepts the papers and assigns it an...

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What happens if my employer fires me for not signing a warning for decreased performance and being absent?

Your employer is allowed to hold court cases where you are a party, against you. Not if you are a juror, however. Signing is irrelevant to...

Applying for motion of new trial while waiting for sentence hearing after conviction by jury trial.

Your contract with your attorney will specify payment for appeals or arrangement that you hire another attorney for appeals. If the judge does...

If a person tapes you on my own property is it legal

Yes, outside, as long as you are in plain sight from a position someone on the street or on her property could see you. Not inside your home, however.

Since joining company x as the Director HR, I am concerned about an article in our handbook. One policy says that an employees

That depends on the state you are in. Some states consider vacations to be earned compensation and in those states you have to pay all accrued...

Just found out I'm being sued for credit card debt in NJ Law Division and have 3 days left to Answer...what should I do?

Service is accomplished by the letter you did receive. You should contact an attorney today.

On my earlier post I forgot to mention that I closed in October and seller agreed to make repairs.

This kind of contract is rarely a good idea. So much better to not agree to close till repairs are made, or to agree on a dollar amount to you to...

You must learn what "dicta" is to understand any legal decision. Most of the writing is not part of the law but is part of the personal opinion of...