Acting as your own bankruptcy lawyer

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When we are in court, we frequently see people acting as their own lawyers.  And it is ugly. Very ugly.   The best comparison is probably between bankruptcy law and a car’s transmission. Its fairly easy to get a transmission off of a car when it isn’t working, and even open it up.  And even pull … Continued

NJ has highest foreclosure rates in the country

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Yet again, New Jersey has been ranked to have the highest number of home foreclosures in the United States. In 2017, New Jersey had nearly 70,000 properties go through foreclosure. Despite the fact that this number is the highest across the country, it is still lower than the 74,000 foreclosures that New Jersey saw in … Continued

New Jersey’s New Bail System

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Last year, New Jersey rewrote the law on how it will handle bail in criminal cases.  Previously, a judge would look at the charges and a bail schedule, setting bail like matching up items on a menu.  Paying that bail would allow a person charged with a crime to go free until the trial started, … Continued

NJ DUI Penalties

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When an individual makes the decision to get behind the wheel of a car after they have been drinking, they are putting the lives of themselves and others at risk. As a result, New Jersey has imposed harsh penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol. If a person is pulled over by law enforcement … Continued

OSHA Regulations

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In an effort to hold employers accountable for maintaining a level of safety for their employees, Congress enacted the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, which is governed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA aims to protect the rights of those who work in the private sector and requires that they have … Continued

What should I know about distribution of marijuana charges in NJ?

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When you are arrested in New Jersey with a charge related to marijuana, you are likely facing harsh penalties. Of course, like any other drug charge, you will face more severe penalties depending on the amount of drugs found in your possession. Additionally, if you are found to have possession with intent to distribute,  there … Continued

Can I obtain a hardship license in NJ?

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When a person has committed a driving infraction, whether it be reckless driving, a DWI, or any other violation that would result in a license suspension, they are going to struggle with getting to and from work, the supermarket, doctor’s appointments, and anywhere else they need to be. Though inconvenient, it is enforced to encourage … Continued

Economic Damages vs. Non Economic Damages

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When a person is injured due to the negligence of another party, they may want to consider bringing a personal injury lawsuit. There are a lot of expenses associated with becoming injured and often times, the victims of these accidents are financially unprepared for such high costs. Some of these expenses may include the cost … Continued

NJ Pardons Legal Gun Owners’ Arrests

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New Jersey has some of the strictest gun laws in the United States, which has ultimately resulted in a number of arrests for those who live out of state and have gun licenses. For example, there have been numerous arrests for unlawful possession of a firearm that can result in up to 10 years in … Continued

What information do I need to provide at my initial consultation?

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What information do I need to provide at my initial consultation? When a person is injured in an accident, whether it be a car accident, a slip and fall, or any other accident that was caused by the negligence of another party, they may want to consider their legal options. There are many different factors … Continued