Consumer Fraud Legal Questions

It may be possible, but most lawyers will not even consider such a case on a contingent fee basis. This would typically involve either paying lawyers retainers to pursue or handling the case pro-se. If you opt to try the pro-se rout, check out www.pro-sepower.com, it should be of immense help to to you.... Read Answer

The car dealer cannot sell you a car and cannot transfer title to you if there is a lien on the car. Did you receive a title to the car? If you received the title, then there should not be a lown on the car. When did you discover there was a lien on the car? How were you able to register the vehicle with a lien?  If you were not told about the lien and if you were given title with no indication of a lien and if you were able to register the car without the lien, then you will win the case. You should make your case in writing to the dealer. You should avoid hiring an attorney because the cost will be significant.... Read Answer

New Jersey has a specific statute that addresses the actions of a conscientious employee. We can advise you with regard to the New Jersey statute for a conscientious employee who whistle blows. We would have to compare the statute was the facts of your case. You would be well servedpreparing a detailed timeline of what occurred. It would be well-prepared setting for us a personal statement explaining what happened. It would be well served giving us all the documents that support your position. We can then compare and contrast what happened to your situation with the statute and with the caselaw. We could then provide you with a written legal opinion concerning the merits of your case. I am of the opinion that the review of the facts and comparing the fax with the statute and writing the legal opinion could be done for approximately $1500. Please call to discuss.... Read Answer

There is no practical way to force the result you seek. As an aside, I am in the process of establishing a series of seminars focused on teaching pro-se litigants some of the basics of litigating cases, ranging from small claims cases on up. If you would be so kind as to give my office a call at 1-800-922-6442, I would like to your opinion about my project since it would be oriented at people such as yourself. ... Read Answer

this is Contract Law and the proper answer can be given after reviewing the Contract and comparing the actions of the contractor with the terms of the Contract. My initial reaction is that this is a close call in that work has been done and payments have been made. The issue is whether sufficient work has been done given the monies paid. I do not believe a judge would undo the Contract. Valter Must, Esq., my partner, has a construction background. Please call if we can help. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600... Read Answer

From the language used in posing the question, and given that communication skills are super important in litigation, if you intend to sue anyone you will need a lawyer to handle that matter for you. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact our office at 1-800-922-6442 for a FREE consultation.... Read Answer

We can do the research regarding both the school and the case law and prepare a written legal memorandum setting forth the merits of your legal position and the cost to litigate. The cost for same would be $1500. If you decide to go forward, the $1500 would be included in the over-all costs. Ed Dimon... Read Answer

The moment you knew about the fraud or should have known about the fraud, you had an obligation to notify the bank in writing.  For example, if you were released on a Tuesday and your mail was sitting at home noting the fraudulent transactions, you had an obligation to notify the bank on Tuesday. If you did not, then only alternative is going after the culprit who normally has no money. You can bring criminal charges but that may or may not help get you the lost monies. Ed Dimon... Read Answer