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… accepted. The jury found defendant guilty of conspiracy to commit murder and weapons charges and not guilty on … responded, "regrettably agree."1 After jury polling was complete, defense counsel asked to be heard at sidebar. The … a juror's demeanor," and held "[the trial court] is in the best position to ascertain whether hesitancy or equivocation …
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… of its damages. I. On November 10, 2021, Sloan filed a complaint in the Special Civil Part against MES alleging: … A representative of MES testified at trial. She said the company attempted to reach Sloan in Colorado several times … no duress . . . . Whenever a party to a contract seeks the best possible terms, there can be no rescission merely upon …
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… the Bernards Township police officer who heard plaintiff's complaint in connection with her TRO application. The … jurisdiction. And I must assess credibility of any witness. Commenting first on witness credibility, the court found … 2C:25-29(a) and found that an FRO was in the plaintiff's best interests. We see no reason to disturb his ruling. To …
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… is "often the pivotal consideration," with the others becoming more salient "when the inquiry into the purpose of … inquiry is that state agents should not be penalized for complying in good faith with "prevailing constitutional … v. Bellamy, 178 N.J. 127, 142-43 (2003)). This outcome "best balances principles of fairness and repose." State v. …
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… the home. With the front door open, officers heard "crying coming from the basement." Therefore, the officer in charge … counts of second-degree possession of a weapon while committing a drug offense, N.J.S.A. 2C:39-4.1(a); and … that it would corroborate his position today is at best hopeful but without question[,] a bald assertion." …
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… County, Docket No. FV-08-1017-22. Tonacchio, Spina & Compitello, attorneys for appellant (Stephen R. Cappetta, on … is insufficient evidence supporting the judge's finding he committed the predicate act of assault, and the judge erred … circumstances of the plaintiff and defendant; (4) The best interests of the victim and any child; (5) In …
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… Records Custodian for the NEW JERSEY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, and NEW JERSEY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, Defendants-Respondents. … Court has determined that "the trial court [is] 'the best forum to elicit facts about the parties' interests …
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… from closing. Payment shall be conditioned on [defendant] completing all repairs as detailed in the inspection report … 2010, prior to the closing, the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs ("DCA") inspected the property. According … Veneziano, 70 N.J. Super. 185, 190-91 (App. Div. 1961). At best, defendant alleged mere negligence, inadvertence, or …
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… jury selection, however, the State alleged defendant had committed additional offenses against E.K. As a result, … stalking. In exchange for his plea, the State agreed to recommend a sentence of five years of probation conditioned on … I will sit here as long as you want me to and do the best I can to answer your questions. DEFENDANT: I'm fine. …
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… of extortion and one count of attempt and conspiracy to commit mail fraud, for which he served a twenty-seven-month … 2A:34-23(h) and involves a three-step process. Thieme v. Aucoin-Thieme, 227 N.J. 269, 284, 284 n.4 (2016). The court … Petersen v. Petersen, 85 N.J. 638, 643 n.2 (1981)). This is best effectuated "by evaluating the facts and evidence …
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… and Brian1 were married from 2008 to 2015. Brian worked for CompuCom Systems, Inc. (CompuCom), a technology consulting … from the one they wrote for themselves." Kieffer v. Best Buy, 205 N.J. 213, 223 (2011). That said, "[w]hen …
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… NOT FOR PUBLICATION WITHOUT THE APPROVAL OF THE COMMITTEE ON OPINIONS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY … Arthur may have said this more in jest than in fact. At best, this testimony suggested that Arthur had a Will and … mentioned above. This strikes the court as more than just a coincidence. Although it would have been better – to avoid …
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… against him with prejudice based on a finding of incompetency pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:4-6(c).1 On appeal, the … others. On June 9, 2021, the court issued an order civilly committing defendant to Ann Klein due to his lack of fitness … and concluded "[h]is prognosis really is . . . at best, guarded." In response to defense counsel's question 3 …
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… account; improperly took M.H.'s purse, diamond ring, and computer when he went to her home with law enforcement to … of Silver,5 it explained that M.H. had established D.H. committed the predicate act of harassment. The court found … circumstances of the plaintiff and defendant; (4) [t]he best interests of the victim and any child; (5) [i]n …
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… the parties' personal and financial circumstances in its comprehensive written decision, we only summarize the … observes witnesses and listens to their testimony is in the best position "to make first -hand credibility judgments … and review such conclusions de novo. Thieme v. Aucoin-Thieme, 227 N.J. 269, 283 (2016). "Accurate, complete …
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… R. 1:36-3. 2 A-1438-23 Plaintiff Thomas Maloney was a commissioner with the Carlstadt Sewerage Authority when he … shared a pornographic video in a Facebook messenger group comprised of about seventy-five people. The video depicted … the plain language of the statute, which is typically the best indicator of [the Legislature's] intent." In re Plan …
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… Court of New Jersey Appellate Division Hughes Justice Complex Trenton, New Jersey 08625 ON BEHALF OF THE STATE OF … saw that the fluid crossed over the yellow lines into the oncoming lane of traffic. (iT 8-18 to 9-9). He continued to … coupled with the defense expert’s testimony, is the best evidence of the fact that the State failed to prove the …
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… by order dated January 10, 2018, for reasons stated in an accompanying eighteen-page written opinion. On appeal of his … argument, we noted that defendant "failed to present competent evidence satisfying either Strickland2 prong," … counsel or the range of legitimate decisions regarding how best to represent a criminal defendant." Strickland, 466 …
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… (EEO) office. As a result of that filing, NJTA promptly commenced an internal investigation and retained two lawyers … conflict that remained, it would not be in patients' best interests if Dr. Kent continued to provide services at … practice to provide services under the subcontract. HMH complied and provided replacement coverage. Plaintiffs …
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… contends the judge erred by failing to find that defendant committed the predicate act of harassment and by failing to … and will review such conclusions de novo. Thieme v. Aucoin- Thieme, 227 N.J. 269, 283 (2016). The purpose of the … circumstances of the plaintiff and defendant; (4) The best interests of the victim and any child; (5) In …