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i want to know if im a victim of police misconduct

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I need to know if the police officer banned you fron the library or if there was a court order that banned you from the library. I would be able to answer the question properly if I had a timeline of what happened.The police officer could not ban you from the library. The ban would put in place by a judicial court order.... Read More
I need to know if the police officer banned you fron the library or if there was a court order that banned you from the library. I would be able to... Read More

Invailed Suspension?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
the 'devil is in the details'. the school can ask you questions which pertain to the safety and well being of the staff and student body. the school can ask you questions which pertain to the administration of the school. the school can require that the student follow certain [very narrow] dress guidelines. please call to discuss the details. ed dimon 732-797-1600... Read More
the 'devil is in the details'. the school can ask you questions which pertain to the safety and well being of the staff and student body. the school... Read More

was arrested for a warrent for a ticket that i have proof of already paying is their anything i can do since the court failed its job and i suffered

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Bring the payment receipt to the court and explain to the court and prosecutor that you were arrested and lost work because of their error. You need a written record of what happened. You must put them on notice of the problem. You must give them the opportunity to investigate and correct. You will then be in a better position. Please keep me updated. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600... Read More
Bring the payment receipt to the court and explain to the court and prosecutor that you were arrested and lost work because of their error. You need... Read More

Does a juvenile record automatically get sealed one you turn 18 in New Jersey?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the juvenile records are sealed from the public. they are not sealed from law enforcement or the judiciary or the military. you do not want a juvenile record. please call if we can help. ed dimon 732-797-1600
the juvenile records are sealed from the public. they are not sealed from law enforcement or the judiciary or the military. you do not want a... Read More

732-535 -4033

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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A persons' rights when getting accused of crime

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The police had an obligation to investigate the allegations made against you. The police determined that the allegations were unfounded. You would have a case against th complaining witness if there were a pattern. Ed Dimon
The police had an obligation to investigate the allegations made against you. The police determined that the allegations were unfounded. You would... Read More

Is it illegal to record my oral conversations at my job?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The employer controls the terms and conditions for employment. The employer can record conversations or videotape activities. For example, Disney records all employees. Wall Street records all conversations. Ed Dimon
The employer controls the terms and conditions for employment. The employer can record conversations or videotape activities. For example, Disney... Read More

Sueing the officer who conducted a search and leaving broken glass without notice that cut my foot open.

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the police had the right to be in the house because of the dispute which allowed them to smell the contraband which allowed them to ask for the consent to search which allowed the search. The breaking of the glass was an accident but part of the search. The police should have either cleaned the glass or notified the owner. However, the police had no legal requirement to clean or pick up the glass. You should notify the homeowners insurance company for coverage. Ed Dimon... Read More
the police had the right to be in the house because of the dispute which allowed them to smell the contraband which allowed them to ask for the... Read More

How do I hire a lawyer to represent me in housing case?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you must document in writing all that has happened to you in order that there be a record for a judge to review. you have to explain on the record why you did not properly explain the situation because you were afraid. you must coorect the record. ed dimon
you must document in writing all that has happened to you in order that there be a record for a judge to review. you have to explain on the record... Read More

Can a police officer take a cell phone that is in my name without a warrant?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the answer can only be given when one knows all the circumstances. if the cell phone is part of an investigation and the officer believes you will destroy the evidence, the officer can seize the cell phone. please write or call with the circumstances. ed dimon 732-797-1600
the answer can only be given when one knows all the circumstances. if the cell phone is part of an investigation and the officer believes you will... Read More

how do I ask the tenant the time she is going to leave?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
what does the Lease state about the time the tenant must vacate the premises ? the language in the Lease is crucial. if you do not have a Lease, then the statute controls. it can be most difficulr to force a tenant to vacate in  nj. please let us know if we can help. ed dimon 732-797-1600... Read More
what does the Lease state about the time the tenant must vacate the premises ? the language in the Lease is crucial. if you do not have a Lease, then... Read More

loosing hours once employer found out I'm pregnant

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the employer has no obligation to keep you at work if there is no work. is that actually the situation ? i would work with the employer to maximize your opportunities. you will be terminated if you complain. ed dimon
the employer has no obligation to keep you at work if there is no work. is that actually the situation ? i would work with the employer to maximize... Read More

i have a no contact order against someone and she showed up to my houae and assaulted me

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the key is documentation. did you call the police and report the assault ? did you press charges ? did you make all of the parties and the police aware of the 'no contact' order ? you must take these steps to succeed. ed dimon
the key is documentation. did you call the police and report the assault ? did you press charges ? did you make all of the parties and the police... Read More

I got beaten and arrested by police officers and they broke my phone for videotaping them. what can i do

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key is proving that this assault occurred. The police will testify that this did not happen. Any witnesses. ? Videos ? We have had good success with video proof. Ed Dimon
The key is proving that this assault occurred. The police will testify that this did not happen. Any witnesses. ? Videos ? We have had good success... Read More

How do I find out if criminal charges are pending

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you can have your attorney call the prosecutor. they will respond. please call if we can help. ed dimon 732-797-1600
you can have your attorney call the prosecutor. they will respond. please call if we can help. ed dimon 732-797-1600

Can public safety on a college campus take personal items from your room?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The school has broad discretion. The case would be most difficult to win. How were you damaged. ? The court would look to your damages. Ed Dimon
The school has broad discretion. The case would be most difficult to win. How were you damaged. ? The court would look to your damages. Ed Dimon

can you be removed from a high school functionction you paid to see for no reason

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
The directors and police are given broad discretion to act. You would have a strong position if there was a constitutional violation such as race, religion or sexual preference. Ed Dimon
The directors and police are given broad discretion to act. You would have a strong position if there was a constitutional violation such as race,... Read More

I'd like my criminal history expunged and sealed

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We do three expungements per week. After the expungement, you can legally answer that you have never been arrested. The cost is $1500. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We do three expungements per week. After the expungement, you can legally answer that you have never been arrested. The cost is $1500. Ed Dimon... Read More

HEALTH CARE FRAUD

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the search warrant protects the police if they followed the dictates of the warrant. you can bring a civil action against the police but the cost is very very expensive and you ahve the burden of proving the wrongful actions of the police. most difficult. we will review the case and give you a written opinion of the case law and merits of your position. you would then know whether you could proceed. the cost would be $1500. ed dimon... Read More
the search warrant protects the police if they followed the dictates of the warrant. you can bring a civil action against the police but the cost is... Read More

applied for gun permit in January in new Jersey and still haven't received them. is this a violation of my rights

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key to success is creating the proper written record which supports and solidifies your position that you were entitled to permit and did not receive same based upon an improper basis such as race or religion. You need a constitutional violation such as race or religion to be successful. An administrator error would not be sufficient. Ed Dimon... Read More
The key to success is creating the proper written record which supports and solidifies your position that you were entitled to permit and did not... Read More

Is it legal for my neighbor to have a video camera pointed at my backyard?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The answer is fact sensitive. If the camera covers the neighbor's property and your property, the neighbor would be not in violation. Ed Dimon
The answer is fact sensitive. If the camera covers the neighbor's property and your property, the neighbor would be not in violation. Ed Dimon

What is the rule of thumb for equal pay

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
i did answer this question. the employer will hide behind the 'manager' and 'administrator' titles to avoid both overtime and race discrimination lawsuit. you can sue but the journey is arduous. ed dimon, esq. 
i did answer this question. the employer will hide behind the 'manager' and 'administrator' titles to avoid both overtime and race discrimination... Read More

does a for profit school that recieves title four funding have to accomadated handicap students in a whell chair

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
a handicapped student in a wheel chair must be provided with the appropriate accomodation by the school. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 
a handicapped student in a wheel chair must be provided with the appropriate accomodation by the school. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 

My legal rights for being fired over something I didn't tell to my boss abt my other job discription and skedule?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
this is a difficult case. you do have an obligation to be rested and ready for employment. the employer will pereceive that you are not rested and ready because you are working two jobs. i would tell the next employer about the second job and why you need to work two jobs. ed dimon
this is a difficult case. you do have an obligation to be rested and ready for employment. the employer will pereceive that you are not rested and... Read More

Can a HS student be suspended for being in a parking lot with others who had alcohol when she didnt drink. or have it in her posession?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
we are the school board attorneys for the toms river school board. as such, we could not represent your daughter if this is the school district. we can represent your daughter if a different school is involved.  for these cases, the 'devil is in the details'. what happened and more importantly, what we can prove happened is crucial. often, the children will not testify. if the witnesses will testify that your daughter was 'in the wrong place at the wrong time', we can win. please call to discuss. Ed Dimon, Eesq. 732-797-1600 ext 235... Read More
we are the school board attorneys for the toms river school board. as such, we could not represent your daughter if this is the school district. we... Read More
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