“Even if a blood-alcohol level is below the legal limit, it is not uncommon for a person to be charged with drunken driving based an officer’s observation during a three-part sobriety test, according to Carmine R. Villani, a New Jersey criminal defense lawyer with 30 years of experience with D.W.I. cases.”
I’ve Resisted Arrest in NJ — What Are My Rights?
If you’ve been charged with resisting arrest in New Jersey, you need to contact an experienced NJ criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. To preserve your rights, you should be extremely cautious when speaking with prosecutors or other officials. There are defenses available in a resisting arrest case, but you need the help of… Read More
What Is a Collaborative Divorce?
Divorce has a reputation for being contentious and sometimes nasty. Many couples do face a great deal of conflict when dissolving their marriage, however, if you and your spouse can cooperate there’s a lot you can do to make divorce a less painful process for all involved. Options like settlement agreements, mediation, and collaborative divorce… Read More
How Mental Health Impacts Family Law & Divorce in NJ
Family law disputes are often stressful, and if one partner struggles in mental health or substance addiction, stress increases. New Jersey law takes cases of mental illness into special consideration, and as with any divorce or family law issue, all parties are entitled to legal rights. A frequent concern in these cases is the interest… Read More
How Long Does It Take to Settle a Personal Injury Claim in New Jersey?
Trying to obtain a personal injury claim settlement after you’ve been injured can be an exhausting process. People are often eager to receive settlement funds as quickly as possible so they can focus on recovering after an accident, but initial offers from insurance companies aren’t always fair. If you or a loved one were injured… Read More
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in New Jersey?
Many people don’t know whether they should hire a personal injury attorney after an accident. They may wonder if their injuries are severe enough to justify hiring a lawyer, or they may feel that their case is straightforward and will be easy to resolve without help. Sometimes an insurance company offers to settle quickly, making… Read More
I Was Injured at Work – What Are My Rights?
A work-related injury can leave you with expensive medical bills and lost income. You may be worried about losing your job or whether your injuries will prevent you from working in the future. Pain and worry over how you will pay bills if you are unable to work make for a stressful recovery, but financial… Read More
Four Ways DUI Laws Are Changing in New Jersey
New laws will affect people charged with driving under the influence in New Jersey after December 1, 2019. If you face a DUI after this date, you need to understand whether the old or new laws apply to your case. The lawyers at Villani & DeLuca have extensive training and experience in New Jersey DUI… Read More
Do I Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
Getting advice from a lawyer who has experience with New Jersey criminal law is always a smart choice. Even seemingly minor criminal charges can have life-altering consequences, and strictly enforced court procedures make it nearly impossible for an inexperienced person to present a compelling defense case. If you’re accused of a crime in the state… Read More
How Does Personal Injury Protection Work in New Jersey?
If you’re in a car accident, personal injury protection makes it easier to get medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses covered by insurance. Personal injury protection is also known as PIP or “no-fault” insurance, and the law requires it as a part of all personal automobile insurance policies sold in the state of New… Read More
