<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont]]></description><link>https://www.pjlesq.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:42:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.pjlesq.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Summer Home Improvement Season in New Jersey: 5 Contract Mistakes That Expose Contractors to Liability]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five contract mistakes that expose New Jersey home improvement contractors to Consumer Fraud Act claims, treble damages, and unpaid invoices, and the fixes for each. Contract guidance from the Law Offices of Peter J. 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This guide explains what homeowners owe their guests, the attractive nuisance rules for pools and trampolines, social host liability for serving alcohol, dog bite and slip and fall risks, and why homeowners insurance may not be enough. Learn the practical steps that protect your home, and contact the Law Offices of Peter J. 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