NJ Law Blogs

The summer season signals the start of fairs, carnivals, and festivals in the Garden State.  Keep yourself, children, and your family safe. This summer the excitement and thrill of amusement rides might be part of some of these fairs and carnivals in Monmouth County – Fair Haven Firemen...

A 20 year old man from Wall Township, is facing charges of driving while intoxicated (DWI)  and numerous other violations after a crash on the evening of Sunday, May 22nd. The accused got into his Ford 350 pickup truck after drinking, and drove southbound on Allenwood Road. The result w...

A temporary restraining order (TRO) in New Jersey will be issued before a final restraining order (FRO) can be issued. They should not be taken lightly under any circumstances and if you are facing one, you should exercise extreme caution and consider retaining an experienced Monmouth Count...

Under New Jersey's No Fault Act (N.J.S.A. 39:6A-1), drivers of registered vehicles in New Jersey are required to purchase auto insurance with Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage. This insurance coverage will cover medical costs for those injured in an auto accident. The policy will co...

A criminal record on your criminal record can hold you back from a lot of things. That is why, when possible, many people take the time to hire a lawyer to have a criminal record expunged. The courts do recognize that people sometimes make mistakes, and once they pay for them, they shouldn't have...

New Jersey takes impaired driving very seriously, and they don't limit that to civilians. A New Jersey State Trooper was arrested at a Monmouth County Service Area off the Garden State Parkway for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in October 2015. The off duty trooper had rear ended anoth...

According to the New Jersey State Police, a 34 year old Marlton, N.J. man was arrested and charged, with credit card theft and fraudulent use of a credit card. The accused stole a credit card that was accidentally dropped by the victim at a Pilesgrove Township Wawa. Video footage shows the suspec...

Judicial Bias refers to any opinion or predisposition held by a judge, which interferes with his or her ability to make an impartial ruling. Family court judges, in particular, are frequently accused of gender bias, which is a form of discrimination based on a person's gender. This accu...

In a word, yes. For your first reckless driving conviction, it is possible to have to spend up to sixty days in county jail. For a second or subsequent offense, this jail term rises to ninety days. In addition to these possible jail sentences, you may be required to pay fines of up to $500....

One of the most confusing issues concerning divorces in New Jersey is “legal separation”, which is a court approved separation that allows you to stay married. Legal separation can be beneficial for couples who no longer wish to live together, but want to avoid the financial and emotion...

In New Jersey, marijuana commonly known as “pot” can be legally used to treat certain illnesses such as seizure disorders, HIV/AIDs, cancer, Inflammatory bowel disease, glaucoma and a variety of other diseases that cause pain or terminal illness. Patients as well as their designated car...

Although most parents have the best intentions when it comes to their children, there are circumstances that can prevent them from giving their children the proper care. Circumstances such as job loss, mental illness and physical disabilities are often unexpected and not within their contro...

Once you become 21 in the United States, you are free to buy and drink alcohol. New Jersey state law puts limitations on what you can do when you drink, since being inebriated impairs our judgment and motor skills. Underage drinking laws in New Jersey regulate the consumption of alcohol for...

A teen was unprovoked when he attacked a man who was crossing a street in Paterson on December 7, 2015. The teen threw one punch knocking out the unsuspecting man while a second teen recorded what would eventually become a viral video of the attack. The video of the knockout was shared on T...

Underage alcohol consumption and/or possession is one of the most common criminal charges for young people in New Jersey. Knowing that it's so common; however, does not help your child potentially facing punishment in court and a tarnished record. As concerned parents, you hope to avoid o...

Finding a matrimonial law attorney in New Jersey can be a confusing and overwhelming process. But it doesn't have to be. Making the right choice when selecting an attorney is critical to protect your interests and guide and support you through what is bound to be a difficult and stressful...

When a person is arrested for any reason, it is vital that they understand what their charges mean. This is especially true when it comes to violent crimes, including assault. If you or a loved one has been charged with a certain kind of assault, you may be confused as to what it actually...

Divorce can be a complicated emotional and legal process for everyone involved. Although transitions that accompany family law issues can be stressful, it is important that they are handled properly to provide a smooth life transition. Historically, men and women have been treated differe...

Being in possession of prescription drugs without proof that they were prescribed to you is illegal in New Jersey and can result in jail time and large fines. Even though prescription drugs are not your typical street drug, they are still considered a controlled substance and possessing t...

In the state of NJ, drinking and driving is not considered a misdemeanor, crime or a felony. Unlike many other states, including New York, a DUI in New Jersey is a traffic violation – but a serious one. This is why DUI defendants do not have a right to a jury trial in NJ. But the answer t...

If you or a loved one have just been arrested for a New Jersey DWI (driving while intoxicated), you're probably worried about what the future holds. You may feel confused about the penalties, stressed about getting to work, and unsure where to turn. Our team of professional NJ DWI attorne...

Even in the age of growing medical marijuana usage, earlier this fall, New Jersey courts ruled that the smell of marijuana is still grounds for a warrantless search. New Jersey marijuana laws have been undergoing change all over the country; and despite a 2010 law legalizing marijuana for...

Perhaps you lost your wallet at Martell's Tiki Bar in Point Pleasant Beach on a Friday night? Or maybe you missed the train to get home from Bar Anticipation in Lake Como. Either way, when options are limited, the car seat seems comfortable enough go to sleep- especially when you're intox...

If an individual is placed under arrest for breaking a New Jersey law, he or she will have an arrest record which will affect job searches, credit scores, purchasing or renting a home, military service, civil service jobs and much more. There is an option, however. With the help of an NJ ...

Are You Really Who You Say You Are? The days of creating a fake ID in NJ by cutting laminate to replace your driver's license picture are behind us, but driver's license fraud is far from over. The State of New Jersey is addressing fake ID issues head-on by incorporating facial recognition softwa...