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What to do with a contractor that has not completed the job?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
we have two attorneys who specialize in 'construction law'. this is a unique field. the contract must be reviewed. the work done must be reviewed. the quality of the work must be reviewed. please let us know if we can help. ed dimon, esq.
we have two attorneys who specialize in 'construction law'. this is a unique field. the contract must be reviewed. the work done must be reviewed.... Read More

I want to take legal action against electronics expo for a repair or replacement of my computer they have it for 2 months without a resolution.

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
to avoid legal costs, you should sue the company in 'small claims court'. you can represent yourself. the cost for an attorney would be too great. ed dimon, esq.
to avoid legal costs, you should sue the company in 'small claims court'. you can represent yourself. the cost for an attorney would be too great. ed... Read More

Hi, my name is Levi Cromartie i am trying to take a car salesman to court for a ripping me off who or what lawyer do need that can help me in court?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
this case can be most difficult to prove. what did the salesman do ? how much did you lose ? what can you prove ? the key is what can you prove. please let us know if we can help. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
this case can be most difficult to prove. what did the salesman do ? how much did you lose ? what can you prove ? the key is what can you prove.... Read More

mortgage

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the key is what is written in the mortgage contract. the contract would have to permit the doubling of the payments.  are you sure that these payments are not for the 'escrow' fund for real estate taxes ? i would check. the escrow fund can be increased to meet 'shortfalls'. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the key is what is written in the mortgage contract. the contract would have to permit the doubling of the payments.  are you sure that these... Read More

who can i get to assist me with payday loans collection

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
if a federal agent has a warrant for your arrest, the federal givernment is stating that there is 'probable cause' that you committed a crime. what is the crime being alleged ? what is the alleged bank fraud ? i would not meet with either the police or a federal agent without an attorney.  please let me know if we can be of assistance. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
if a federal agent has a warrant for your arrest, the federal givernment is stating that there is 'probable cause' that you committed a crime. what... Read More

Can you help to resolve car issue that is not be repaired?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you should avoid legal fees and try to work directly with the dealer. if you are not successful with the dealer, we can help you. the key is a mechanic who will support your position in writing. you should submit the written mechanic's report to the dealer. please send me a copy of the mechanic's report. keep me posted. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
you should avoid legal fees and try to work directly with the dealer. if you are not successful with the dealer, we can help you. the key is a... Read More

Do we have a case against British Airways for tormenting us during our recent travel to Paris to get engaged?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
i would use your credit card company for leverage. tell the credit card company what happened and tell them you do not want to pay the bill. a civil suit is impossible. ed dimon, esq.
i would use your credit card company for leverage. tell the credit card company what happened and tell them you do not want to pay the bill. a civil... Read More

the credit company repossessed the wrong car

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you need to obtain all the required documentation which indicates that you have followed the correct procedures to purchase the car, register the car, pay the sales tax and obtain the proper insurance. you need to priovide these documents to the company who believe they have the title and lien. please let us know if we can help. these companies can be difficult. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
you need to obtain all the required documentation which indicates that you have followed the correct procedures to purchase the car, register the... Read More

Rental car return to different location and charge more than what they initially said.

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the issue is that your friend signed a contract with budget which provided [albeit in the fine print] that he would return the car to michigan and that he would for budget to return the car from new jersey to michigan. did your friend use a credit card for the initial purchase ? he will  have 'leverage' through the credit card company. keep 'going up the food chain'. you will win. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the issue is that your friend signed a contract with budget which provided [albeit in the fine print] that he would return the car to michigan and... Read More

Can a debt collection agency garnish wages from an owner and co sighner on a vehicle..

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
yes. you have a contract with them which you violated.
yes. you have a contract with them which you violated.

bought an expired product today just found it was expired from 2010 what to do

Answered 13 years ago by Robert L Gutman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Did you try returning the product to the merchant either for an exchange or refund?
Did you try returning the product to the merchant either for an exchange or refund?

interview reimbursemen not paid

Answered 13 years ago by Robert L Gutman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would need to see the emails to determine if they constitute an agreement to reimburse you for the expenses, but assuming it does, you would have the ability to sue the company in small claims court for the monies owed. That being said, you may have to domesticate the judgment in Illinois in case the company does not have assets in NJ. Hopefully, if you advise them of your intentions, they may agree to pay you to avoid the prospect of litigation. Good luck.... Read More
I would need to see the emails to determine if they constitute an agreement to reimburse you for the expenses, but assuming it does, you would have... Read More

private student loan company threatens to sue

Answered 13 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
i am assuming that you were sued by 'educap'. did you respond to the suit ? how did they obtain the judgment against you ? you are now fighting against a 'court ordered judgment' which is not easy. how much do you owe 'educap' in addition to the legal fess ? bankruptcy is not an answer with student loans. let's discuss. ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
i am assuming that you were sued by 'educap'. did you respond to the suit ? how did they obtain the judgment against you ? you are now fighting... Read More

How can I cancel a contract with Royal Holiday Club?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Robert L Gutman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You would need to provide more information as to how you were "lied into buying" the time share membership. Making an allegation of fraud in the inducement is very fact specific and I suggest you contact an attorney to discuss the matter. Good luck.
You would need to provide more information as to how you were "lied into buying" the time share membership. Making an allegation of fraud in the... Read More

NJ company continually calls my cell, my wife's cell, and our home phone. We hae asked in every conceivable way to stop for over 6 months

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Robert L Gutman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I suggest you visit the National Do Not Call registry website (www.donotcall.gov) and file a complaint against the offending company. There is a link on the left side of the page for filing a complaint. If that doesn't help, I suggest that you contact a lawyer for assistance. Good luck.
I suggest you visit the National Do Not Call registry website (www.donotcall.gov) and file a complaint against the offending company. There is a link... Read More

i was insulted on Yelp by a business

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
libel and slander are very difficult cases to win. these cases are 'fact sensitive'. an attorney would have to review the 'posted information' to se if it reaches the level of 'libel and slander'. the level is extremely high. ed dimon, esq.
libel and slander are very difficult cases to win. these cases are 'fact sensitive'. an attorney would have to review the 'posted information' to se... Read More

Will United Airlines reimburse my losses ?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
after '911', the airlines have been given wide latitude with regard to escorting customers off planes. see new york times article last week. you can sue the airlines but the cost will be substantial and the testimony of the airline personnel will be difficult to combat. do you have witnesses to support your position ? will they give a sworn statement to our investigator ? ed dimon, esq.... Read More
after '911', the airlines have been given wide latitude with regard to escorting customers off planes. see new york times article last week. you can... Read More

Can I sue an online tile retailer for the value of tile that arrived damaged?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
you can sue the online retailer for the damaged tile. the problem is that the legal costs may exceed the value of the damaged tile. you should sue in 'small claims court'.  ed dimon, esq.
you can sue the online retailer for the damaged tile. the problem is that the legal costs may exceed the value of the damaged tile. you should sue in... Read More

RE; Loan Modification?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
what is the loan modification ? what is the original loan ? i need more details. i did try to call the number listed. however, the person said the number was not correct.  ed dimon, esq.
what is the loan modification ? what is the original loan ? i need more details. i did try to call the number listed. however, the person said the... Read More

What is a doctors office required to disclose regarding insurance prior to a procedure?

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
did you confirm in writing that the doctor's office would take your insurance ? do you have the doctor's name listed as within your program ? did you complete an application at the doctor's office ?  do you write that the doctor was 'in the network' ?
did you confirm in writing that the doctor's office would take your insurance ? do you have the doctor's name listed as within your program ? did you... Read More

do i have any right to get my money back off a private carsale... ?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by Gordon Leech (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
In most states, you will have a claim for misrepresentation or fraud. You should contact a consumer attorney licensed in your state to discuss the issue and how to remedy this situation.
In most states, you will have a claim for misrepresentation or fraud. You should contact a consumer attorney licensed in your state to discuss the... Read More

can i sue two debt collectors for illegal debt collection tactics on the sane debt with two different law suits nj

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
i answered this question yesterday. you must put the second debt collector on notice as to what happened with the first debt collector.
i answered this question yesterday. you must put the second debt collector on notice as to what happened with the first debt collector.

I bought a living room set in New Jersey, but the furniture are very hard and tift, I went back to the store for an exchange or refung, manager say no

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
what were the 'terms and conditions' of the sale ? was the furniture on sale ?  do you have a copy of the purchase contract ? i would need to review the purchase contract.
what were the 'terms and conditions' of the sale ? was the furniture on sale ?  do you have a copy of the purchase contract ? i would need to... Read More

How do I end a contract with an auto lender who is charging excessive interest?

Answered 13 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
i would have to review the terms and conditions in the contract. what is the stated interest rate ?
i would have to review the terms and conditions in the contract. what is the stated interest rate ?

I was told that if I buy something at a regular price in a retail store & the next day or within 7 days its discounted that I should get the discount.

Answered 14 years ago by Richard John Meier IV (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There is no such law.
There is no such law.
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