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in suspension of my nj driving privledges

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We are seeing many cases similar to yours. The computer systems are getting much better and pr we are seeing many cases similar to yours. The computer systems are getting much better  and prior infractions are coming to light. We have had good fortune rectify these past fractions. We utilize the state records and an excellent private  detective. We will be able to correct your situation. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon... Read More
We are seeing many cases similar to yours. The computer systems are getting much better and pr we are seeing many cases similar to yours. The... Read More
The officer has the legal right to stop your son if there are outstanding bench warrants for his arrest. The warrant alone is sufficient to justify the stop.
The officer has the legal right to stop your son if there are outstanding bench warrants for his arrest. The warrant alone is sufficient to justify... Read More

What Can I sue for ?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
 You can sue in small claims court. You would not need an attorney. 
 You can sue in small claims court. You would not need an attorney. 

school district

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would work closely with the doctors. I would keep a diary. I would save all of the medical documents. If you do not like the direction of the medical coverage, I would seek a second medical opinion.
I would work closely with the doctors. I would keep a diary. I would save all of the medical documents. If you do not like the direction of the... Read More

My ex girlfriend is harassing me day and night texting and calling could i get a restraining order to make her stop?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Robert John Spitz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This could be the basis for a restraining order.   The forms are simple and you can generally do it yourself without the assistance of an attorney.   There is no filing fee. If you think she is going to contest it, you might want to get counsel.   Robert J. SpitzLaw Offices204 N. San Antonio Ave.Ontario, CA 91762(909) 395-0909fax (909) 395-9535email: tplaw@aol.comWebsite: robertspitzlaw.com... Read More
This could be the basis for a restraining order.   The forms are simple and you can generally do it yourself without the assistance of an... Read More
 We have had good fortune advising candidates for the police. We would first obtain the official criminal record. We would share the record  with you and the candidate. We would determine whether these two felonies or disqualifying events. We would have the two felony convictions expunged. We would work with the candidate to explain the circumstances surrounding the two felonies. Please call if you would like to discuss.  Surrounding the two felonies. Please call if you would like to discuss. Ed Dimon... Read More
 We have had good fortune advising candidates for the police. We would first obtain the official criminal record. We would share the record... Read More

Child bullied by teachers

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Michael A. Weinstein (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Call me immediately! 404-459-0000
Call me immediately! 404-459-0000

NJ Castle doctrine- Duty to retreat?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
New Jersey does not have the ' home is my castle' policy. New Jersey has the policy of force meeting force. If person has gun, you can use gun. If person is threatening your life, you can act to save your life. If person is fleeing, you cannot shoot them in the back. 
New Jersey does not have the ' home is my castle' policy. New Jersey has the policy of force meeting force. If person has gun, you can use gun. If... Read More
he can bring you to court in a civil proceeding. he cannot cause you to go to jail unless fraud was involved. 
he can bring you to court in a civil proceeding. he cannot cause you to go to jail unless fraud was involved. 

Emotional Distress

Answered 11 years ago by Joseph Francisco Botelho (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is not a civil rights matter, as it was not directed towards any person in particular. Also this is covered by the first amendment right to free speech, which actually supersedes civil rights laws. You cannot sue a company because they print things that you find offensive, that is there First Amendment right to print whatever they want.... Read More
This is not a civil rights matter, as it was not directed towards any person in particular. Also this is covered by the first amendment right to free... Read More
The answer to this is going to depend on your child's school policy on the use of electronic devices in school.  Some school's have parent's sign something at the beginning of the year indicating they consent so that if an issue comces up, everyone is aware of the policy.  
The answer to this is going to depend on your child's school policy on the use of electronic devices in school.  Some school's have parent's... Read More
You need to obtain the affidavit supporting the search warrant. The affidavit will have been prepared by a police officer and will contain the alleged facts which support the reasonable cause any crime was being submitted in the house. You can review the affidavit and determine if the allege facts were true or not true. This may be the basis for overturning the charge against your daughter. If the police should not have been in your house, then they would not have seen the drugs allegedly possessed by your daughter. Your daughter may also qualify for a conditional discharge. She should avoid a criminal conviction. Please call if you would like to discuss.... Read More
You need to obtain the affidavit supporting the search warrant. The affidavit will have been prepared by a police officer and will contain the... Read More

why wasnt he now arrested

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You or your mother were the witnesses to this action. The police were not the witnesses. The police want you to file the complaint because either you or your mother were the witnesses. The case would not be successful without either you or your mother testifying. The requirement that you file the complaint causes you to have a significant interest in the complaint and aunts, will show up to testify. The police do not want to bring the action and not have witnesses. Please callif you would like help preparing a complaint or in prosecuting the case.... Read More
You or your mother were the witnesses to this action. The police were not the witnesses. The police want you to file the complaint because either you... Read More

do I need a lawyer?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You have two options. You can sign a complaint against the neighbor who ran into Your car. You can utilize the criminal complaint to have the municipal prosecutor bring the case against the neighbor. The issue here is whether the prosecutor will prosecute the case with enthusiasm. You do have the alternative of hiring a private prosecutor. However, the cost is significant. The  second option is bringing a civil action against the neighbor. You can sue him for damages you have incurred. You would be the plaintiffs and you would have the burden of proving the case against your neighbor. You would be controlling the case.we have a certified trial attorney who could bring this action for you. You must decide if you want to incur these legal costs. Please call if we can help.... Read More
You have two options. You can sign a complaint against the neighbor who ran into Your car. You can utilize the criminal complaint to have the... Read More

downstairs tenant smoking

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are in a difficult position. You must carefully read your lease to see if there are any prohibitions regarding smoking. You must carefully read your lease to see if there are any prohibitions against smoking in common areas. You must carefully read your lease to see if there are any prohibitions against fellow tenants smoking. If there are no prohibitions, you are in a difficult spot. The landlord is permitting smoking and secondhand smoke is coming into your apartment. I would work with the landlord to have prohibitions against smoking put in place.... Read More
You are in a difficult position. You must carefully read your lease to see if there are any prohibitions regarding smoking. You must carefully read... Read More

if i was arrested for 3 charges in superior court but the charges were dismissed, is there anything i can sue for.

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can sue the individual that caided you to be falsely arrested. For example, if a person told the police that you committed a crime and you did not do those acts, then you can sue the person who brought the false charges. it is most difficult to sue the police. Please call if we can help... Read More
You can sue the individual that caided you to be falsely arrested. For example, if a person told the police that you committed a crime and you did... Read More

can I find recourse from civil rights done to me?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Please call to discuss. Please understand that we do not normally take a civil rights case on a pro bono basis. As such, we would require a retainer to go forward to represent you on this civil rights case.
Please call to discuss. Please understand that we do not normally take a civil rights case on a pro bono basis. As such, we would require a retainer... Read More

What is the best thing to do now

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would go to the police with your son and explain the entire situation. I would obtain the cooperation of the parents who owned the home and the child who lived in the home.
I would go to the police with your son and explain the entire situation. I would obtain the cooperation of the parents who owned the home and the... Read More

Are discovery documents accessible after the settlement of the case by public?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The discovery documents are in reality the police reports from the investigation. No one is entitled to see reports during the investigation. What is your situation?
The discovery documents are in reality the police reports from the investigation. No one is entitled to see reports during the investigation. What is... Read More

Child abuse and neglect at childcare

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Kirk Simoneau (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The fact that the police declined to investigate isn't helpful, but the standard in a civil matter is lower. If you daughter does show signs of psychology harm, you should discuss the facts, in detail, with a good lawyer. Also, obviously, I'd remove your child immediately. Good luck and I'm very sorry your daughter had such a bad experience. Such things can create separation anxiety that last years. ... Read More
The fact that the police declined to investigate isn't helpful, but the standard in a civil matter is lower. If you daughter does show signs of... Read More

Do I have a case against CVS for giving me the wrong medicine in my customer bag?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There are two components to a personal injury litigation. the first component is that you were put in harms way. Second component is that you were actually injured. For example, a person may go through a red light and put you in harms way. That person is wrong. However, The car misses your car and you were not injured. As such, you suffered no injuries. Here, you were put in harms way by the incorrect medication. However, you did not take the improper medication. As such, you're not injured. you may receive store credits and additional compensation of a good-natured fashion from the vendor. You will not be able to sue the vendor successfully for damages.... Read More
There are two components to a personal injury litigation. the first component is that you were put in harms way. Second component is that you were... Read More

Hippa Question...

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key is the  employer – employee relationship. You had asked Dr. to provide a note to the employer setting forth your physical condition and restrictions to work based upon those physical conditions. You opened the door with regard to your physical condition. You had a doctor specifically explain that you had a physical condition for example a broken arm, which would prevent you from lifting heavy objects. Employer has the right to ask the doctor if the condition for example the broken arm, is such that you can only lift a 20 pound box. There are no HIPPA violations because of the employer – employee relationship and the opening of the door by you, the employee, to your medical conditions.... Read More
The key is the  employer – employee relationship. You had asked Dr. to provide a note to the employer setting forth your physical... Read More

ADA employee parking

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would need more details to properly answer the question. What is your handicap? Is the handicap in anyway related to your work? Is the parking place on private property? How far would you have to walk if you parked in a different spot ? Does your handicap require that the employer provide you with a reasonable accommodation? Please call to discuss. 732–797-1600. Ed Dimon... Read More
I would need more details to properly answer the question. What is your handicap? Is the handicap in anyway related to your work? Is the parking... Read More

Do i need to be a citizen to file a petition for my parents?

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is an immigration question. You should reach out to and immigration attorney. I can recommend an excellent immigration attorney. Ed Dimon
This is an immigration question. You should reach out to and immigration attorney. I can recommend an excellent immigration attorney. Ed Dimon

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