Can my ex-landlord sue me for unpaid utility bills and damages to the property without properly serving me with a legal notice?

Whether or not the service of the complaint against you is effective is a very fact-specific question. Most likely, the claim against you was...

From your question, it sounds like you settled a Workers Compensation claim, so I changed the practice area to Workers Compensation. By law, all...

How can I change my daughter's last name back to her birth name?

As noted by my colleagues, you will need to file a name change application. Since it involves a minor, you will need to file it in family court,...

Landlord sent a Notice to Quit with an Eviction date of 02/28/2019 ?

The landlord can not evict you without a court order. The notice to quit is a statutory notice a landlord must send putting you on notice the...

Can the landlord turn off the water at night without any notice or cause?

No. You are entitled to a habitable unit and “quiet enjoyment”of your apartment. Turning off the water would probably be a breach of your lease.

How do I stop a New Jersey attorney from filing frivolous lawsuits against me?

Your question is a little confusing, but in general, there is nothing you can do to compel the attorney to do anything in the absence of a pending...

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How do I get documentation on a foreclosure?

All foreclosure cases are accessible via an on-line database. You can log onto the NJ court website, or you can go to the county courthouse and...

Can I sue my previous landlord for my security?

This is one of those situations where an attorney would need to know more. Theoretically, there is a six year statute of limitations on a contract...

Ex-wife of 10 yrs moved to a DV shelter (she claims was with an abuser) with my son (joint legal custody). Can I get my son?

I agree with Mr. Ricci. This is not the type of case that can be answered based on a two-sentence question in this forum. There are a number of...

Speeding ticket question?

I agree with both my colleagues. You need to consult with a Pennsylvania attorney to understand how the New Jersey ticket will impact your...