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How do I collecti a NJ Small Claims judgment against a corporation?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There are significant procedural hurdles which you must overcome. The first requirement is that you gave proper notice to t there are significant procedural hurdles which you must overcome. The first requirement is that you gave proper notice to the defendant. You must been demonstrate that your claim has merit.  You must been demonstrate that your claim has merit. A default judgment for failure to appear may not be sufficient. In order that you not be frustrated by the process, you should have an attorney review your actions today to determine if you have met the procedural requirements. ... Read More
There are significant procedural hurdles which you must overcome. The first requirement is that you gave proper notice to t there are significant... Read More

I drank a beverage with glass and debrie, can I sue if I am not permantley injured?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the beverage comapny will not pay for compensatory damages unless one can prove that your were damaged  and that they were the cause of the damage. if you cannot prove any damages via medical evidence, then you will not be compensated. Y ou have indicated that the medical records do not indicate any damage. You are correctly concerned about future medical issues. You will be compensated for future medical damages if you can prove that the damage was caused by the glass. You must connect the glass ingestion to the medical damages. Ed Dimon... Read More
the beverage comapny will not pay for compensatory damages unless one can prove that your were damaged  and that they were the cause of the... Read More

My identity has been comprimise and someone used my name and social security to have their electric turned on in another state.

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You must make all of your notifications in writing and send certified mail. Be specific in stating what happened and that you are not the responsible party. You should be successful.  Please contact us if you have any issues. 
You must make all of your notifications in writing and send certified mail. Be specific in stating what happened and that you are not the responsible... Read More

I TRADED IN A AUTO, AND BOUGHT A NEWER CAR, MY TRADE WAS NEVER PAID OFF, AND NOW MY CREDIT IS HURT

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to make a written record of what happened. Be specific. The detail. Provide the written contracts. You can then sue in small claims court. Make a great and detailed written record.
You need to make a written record of what happened. Be specific. The detail. Provide the written contracts. You can then sue in small claims court.... Read More

reimbursment of vet bills

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You must make an economic decision. You have a strong case against the establishment that sold you the dog. You have a strong case for damages because the sick dog infected your other dogs. You have a specific veterinary costs. You can personally threaten the establishment. You can provide them with your proofs of the dog being ill and your veterinary bills. I would start with negotiations after you've provided them with the proofs. If you are not successful, you can utilize an attorney. The problem is the cost for the attorney. You may spend $1500 trying to obtain $2500. You need to make that decision. Please call if we can help.... Read More
You must make an economic decision. You have a strong case against the establishment that sold you the dog. You have a strong case for damages... Read More

dollar limits

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can go to either small claims court or to special civil part Court. I would first try to negotiate a settlement with the dealer. I would work with the Better Business Bureau. I would work with the Chamber of Commerce. My last resort would be going to court.
You can go to either small claims court or to special civil part Court. I would first try to negotiate a settlement with the dealer. I would work... Read More

Do I have a case?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
How were you hurt by the hair and a jar? How does this differ from a car going through a red light and not hitting you? The car was wrong to go through the red light. However no other cars were damaged. Here, the hair was in the jar, but you did not ingest the hair. You were not injured. How can you demand reparation for being injured? I would reach out to the company and they will send you a case of jars with no hair.... Read More
How were you hurt by the hair and a jar? How does this differ from a car going through a red light and not hitting you? The car was wrong to go... Read More

I asked the credit card to lock my card because I am trying to pay down debt but they keep letting charges go thru

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Who is using the card? Are these authorized uses of the cart? How can you tell the charge company to stop allowing chargeswhen you are allowing family members, your self or friends to utilize the card? You cannot tell the credit card company to stop excepting charges and then use The credit card.... Read More
Who is using the card? Are these authorized uses of the cart? How can you tell the charge company to stop allowing chargeswhen you are allowing... Read More

My car has issues with not starting. I've done research and many of the same car has same problem

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am of the opinion that you should work with Mercedes-Benz and the dealer. The cost to go against Mercedes-Benz and the dealer would be prohibitive. I would do my homework on the Internet for consumers that a same vehicle and the same problem.I would then work closely with the dealer and the car company. You do not have the money to sue Mercedes. ... Read More
I am of the opinion that you should work with Mercedes-Benz and the dealer. The cost to go against Mercedes-Benz and the dealer would be prohibitive.... Read More

can i sue the dealership for selling me a 4x2 car when i ordered 4x4?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Devil is in the details. If you have a written contract stating that you are purchasing a 4 x 4 vehicle, then you will be successful. To properly answer your question, we would need to review the written contract. What does the contract say about 4 x 4? If the contract isspecific about the vehicle being 4 x 4, how does the dealer answer this question. The wording in the contract is crucial. Please call if we can help.... Read More
Devil is in the details. If you have a written contract stating that you are purchasing a 4 x 4 vehicle, then you will be successful. To properly... Read More

3 day contract cancellation

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If there is a written clause stating that you have three days to cancel the contract, then you have three days to cancel the contract with no penalty. The devil is in the details. What did the contract say about the three day period? What did the contract say how about a cancellation during the three-day period? We can review and provide you with a written legal opinion. The costwould be minimal. Please call if we can help.... Read More
If there is a written clause stating that you have three days to cancel the contract, then you have three days to cancel the contract with no... Read More

What happens to a "lifetime warranty" of a product if the manufacturer goes out of business?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
All your points are excellent. You were given a lifetime warranty. You should be able to execute under that warranty. The company that gave you a lifetime warranty went out of business. You can contact the successor company. If there is no successor company, then you are in a difficult position. ... Read More
All your points are excellent. You were given a lifetime warranty. You should be able to execute under that warranty. The company that gave you a... Read More

How can i get out of my timeshare?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The proper answer can be given after we review the contract. The contract will tell us what the terms and conditions are for ending the contract. In addition, we can research the caselaw which speaks to the termination of this contract. We can review the contract and  caselaw and provide you with a written legal opinion with regard to the merits of your position. In this written opinion, we would set forth the cost to go forward to be successful in the termination of the contract. The analysis of the contract, and the review of the caselaw, and the preparation of the legal opinion would be approximately $1500. Please call if we can help thank you... Read More
The proper answer can be given after we review the contract. The contract will tell us what the terms and conditions are for ending the contract. In... Read More

Can I break the contract for a used car?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You will not be able to remove yourself from the liabilities of the purchase contract based upon the lfailure to provide license plates in a timely fashion. You would be entitled to damages if you received a traffic violation based upon the failure to have proper license plates. The dealer would have to pay for your fines and court costs.I would make my demands to the dealer in writing so that you have a complete record of what took place.... Read More
You will not be able to remove yourself from the liabilities of the purchase contract based upon the lfailure to provide license plates in a timely... Read More

Should I contact a lawyer?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I believe I answered this question before. I would work closely with Ford. Ford understands that the 2007 vehicle was a lemon. They have given you a rental car without charge. They will work with you on the purchase of a new car. I would take the new car.
I believe I answered this question before. I would work closely with Ford. Ford understands that the 2007 vehicle was a lemon. They have given you a... Read More

is there any way to get my money back on a used car as-is putchase. it has failed indpection.

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Key to answering this question is a few of the contract. If the contract has language which makes it clear that the sale is an as is purchase, then you may have a difficult time. Normally, contracts have a 30 day provision whereby the car is covered for 30 days. Is there such language in this contract? Does a contract give you any warranty ? I would read the contract carefully. I would work with the Giller closely. I did not receive satisfaction, I would reach out to the better business bureau where the dealer is located. Ed Dimon... Read More
Key to answering this question is a few of the contract. If the contract has language which makes it clear that the sale is an as is purchase, then... Read More

What if the numbers on a Auto Lease Waiver document in NJ don't match the lease agreement.

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The contract setting forth the terms and conditions of the primary lease will be the controlling document. The waiver contract will be secondary to the primary contract. As such, you're in a difficult position to avoid $.25 per mile for the overage. You may be successful in negotiating with dealer if you are going to lease another car from the dealer. I have had good success with that tactic.Ed Dimon... Read More
The contract setting forth the terms and conditions of the primary lease will be the controlling document. The waiver contract will be secondary to... Read More

Refund for a plane ticket. The agency denies any record of receiving the cancellation.

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to work with the airline and the travel service to see if you can obtain a credit. The written contract is binding. The verbal representations are not sufficient to overcome the written contract. In fact, most well-written contracts state that any verbal representations are superseded by the written contract.... Read More
You need to work with the airline and the travel service to see if you can obtain a credit. The written contract is binding. The verbal... Read More

What should I do if the executor is not fulfilling their duty?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can file a motion with the court to have the executor perform his or her duties. The key to success is a proper filing with the court setting forth the specificity what has not been done by the executor. He will need supporting documentation and supporting witnesses. We can prepare the pleadings, emotion, and the supporting document Tatian for you. Please call to discuss. 732–797–1600. Ed Dimon... Read More
You can file a motion with the court to have the executor perform his or her duties. The key to success is a proper filing with the court setting... Read More

Can I sue Bank for Fiduciary Breach

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I believe I answered this question. However, the devil is in the details. You need to send me a detailed timeline of when each of it occurred for example when was the money taken out of the account. What kind of an account was it? How soon did you notify the bank in writing there was a fraudulent transaction? Key to success is that you notified The bank as soon as you discovered the fraudulent transaction. Please email me this detailed timeline. Please email me the documents from the bank. Ed Dimon... Read More
I believe I answered this question. However, the devil is in the details. You need to send me a detailed timeline of when each of it occurred for... Read More

lien on title

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are in a difficult position because the car a not be worth the amount that it takes to get this corrected with the help of an attorney. The car is a 1987 Jeep. The cost to have an attorney correct this action is probably greater than the value of the car. You should try to correct this problem your self with New Jersey Department of motor vehicle. Ed Dimon... Read More
You are in a difficult position because the car a not be worth the amount that it takes to get this corrected with the help of an attorney. The car... Read More

SOL for parents' medical bills

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you should not have any issues with your mother's medical bills from 2003. The statute of limitations for contract law is six years. This is 12 years later. Unless you have had  litigation with the hospital or the service providers, the I am has passed for the service providers to sue you for the monies. Ed Dimon... Read More
you should not have any issues with your mother's medical bills from 2003. The statute of limitations for contract law is six years. This is 12 years... Read More

2007 Ford Edge kept by dealership due to a recall

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would work with Ford to sell the car now. You are getting the rental at for free. However, you must make the car payments. As such, work with Ford to sell. Ed Dimon
I would work with Ford to sell the car now. You are getting the rental at for free. However, you must make the car payments. As such, work with Ford... Read More

NJ: Trying to charge for unauthorized service performed without consent

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
basic contract law applies. You do not owe the money if there is no written or verbal contract. What is the surveyor saying ? Did you see the work being done ? Survey sticks ? Ed Dimon
basic contract law applies. You do not owe the money if there is no written or verbal contract. What is the surveyor saying ? Did you see the work... Read More

purchased a car without warrinty broke down within three hours what are my rights?

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would work with the dealer and the Better Business Bureau. I would not spend money on a lawyer. You could sue in Small Claims Court if not successful. Ed Dimon
I would work with the dealer and the Better Business Bureau. I would not spend money on a lawyer. You could sue in Small Claims Court if not... Read More
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