NJ Law Blogs

The last thing anyone wants to deal with is being wrongly accused of a crime but, unfortunately, it can happen. Many believe that “everything will be OK” because they are innocent … and innocent people cannot be convicted of a crime, right? Wrong. If you have been wrongfully convicted of a crime ...

The holidays are here and you're excited to take a break from school, hang with your hometown friends and celebrate good cheer. With holiday parties scheduled every weekend; liquor is everywhere … and it can be tempting. From reunions to family get-togethers, parties can lead to underage drinking...

Oxford Dictionary has named “Vape” as its 2014 word of the year. To “vape” means to inhale and exhale the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device. Always trending, last year's Oxford English Dictionary word of the year was “selfie”. This year's buzzword, vape, is a cause for m...

The SeaStreak Ferry, which carries customers and commuters to and from New York City and Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, was involved in a boating accident in 2013. Passengers, along with their NJ personal injury lawyers, filed suits totaling more than $75 million in claims. However, a maritim...

A person who has been convicted of NJ DWI may be allowed to keep their driver's license pending an appeal. However, municipal courts were recently warned that judges should not allow defendants to keep their licenses without good reason. “Although we affirm defendant's conviction, we express o...

Driving Under the Influence, or DUI, typically invokes the idea of a drunk driver. But increasingly, the “influence” drivers are under is not alcohol, but drugs—prescription drugs. If you've ever taken cold medicine, you know that it can make you sleepy. That's fine, unless you're hitting the roa...

The New Jersey State Police issued a statement this year warning parents of an increase in marijuana candy in the state that could have ended up in the Halloween candy supply. Luckily, there were no reports of any cannabis candy being handed out to children in New Jersey to date. Yet the warning ...

Divorce is difficult – both emotionally and financially – for everyone concerned. The NJ Family Court system uses spousal support or alimony to ease financial burdens, so that neither party is left without the means to support the lifestyle to which they were accustomed. For anyone seeking alimon...

NJ Attorney General's Office Seeks to Obtain Phone Records Without Warrant New Jersey Assistant Attorney General Ronald Susswein is challenging a 32-year-old ruling by the NJ State Supreme Court. The original ruling (State v. Hunt) requires prosecutors to obtain a warrant in order to get access t...

A fun night out with friends could quickly turn rowdy…and illegal. If you have been charged with graffiti charges it can be a concerning and nerve-racking experience. It is against the law in NJ to spray paint or otherwise embed your “tag” or nickname on public or private property, unless the pro...

Not many places celebrate the night before Halloween, but New Jersey has historically ‘honored' the occasion. Mischief Night, as it is most commonly known, generally occurs on Oct. 30 of each year. On Mischief Night, kids and teenagers will typically engage in activities such as throwing toilet p...

Camden County College Slip and Fall Suit Revived by Appeals Court A public entity cannot be held accountable for personal injury claims if a judge finds that the defendant's actions to maintain its property were not palpably unreasonable (under the Tort Claims Act, according to 1985 New Jersey Su...

Halloween can be a time for pranksters to get their fix by participating in mischievous activities. The festivities, alcohol and party mentality frequently conspire to cause people to behave in ways that do not reflect their best judgment. While it is meant to be a night filled with fun, let it j...

Marijuana possession and distribution in New Jersey can lead to serious penalties according to state law. However, distribution charges tend to carry heavier penalties than possession, and when you factor in distribution to minors in a designated school zone, penalties increase once again. That's...

Auto theft and joyriding are viewed as two different crimes in New Jersey – but both are illegal and are punishable offenses for which you should consult a criminal defense lawyer. Auto theft is frequently used to describe a whole host of statutorily prescribed offenses related to the theft or un...

Many people look forward to Halloween just for the pure thrill of a good scare. For others, the anxiety of going to a haunted house can be too overwhelming. Understanding what to expect will help with the courage and confidence needed to make it through a haunted house, hayride or even a fog-fill...

New proposed legislation in Monmouth and Camden Counties could change the way domestic violence cases are handled in New Jersey. State Assemblywoman Carolina Casagrande of Monmouth County has proposed a bill in response to former Rutgers football star Ray Rice, who was suspended by the NFL for as...

Although a dog's owner is typically fully liable if his or her dog bites someone, the situation is more complex when the owner is a tenant of someone else's property.  Even though the landlord is not the dog's owner, New Jersey courts generally agree that “a landlord owes a duty to his tena...

Some NJ Bars Offer Reduced Prices for Designated Drivers The practice of using a designated driver is widely used as a method of protecting oneself and other motorists from the dangers of drunk driving.  The concept of designated driving involves selecting an individual out of a group, who ...

When an individual is arrested for a crime in New Jersey, the county prosecutor presents the case to a grand jury for indictment.  To indict someone means to formally charge them with an offense, for which they will tried in a court of law.  The decision to indict is made by a group of rand...

As a member of the armed forces, if you are arrested for drunk driving on or off a military base, you may be charged with a military DWI.  Although DWI cases are normally handled by the municipal courts, a military DWI may fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Military, depending on where...

When it comes to court hearings, people typically focus on defense strategies, such as challenging procedures used during the arrest, and refuting the prosecution's version of events.  However, your physical appearance—especially your choice of attire—is also an important consideration.  Wh...

Not too long ago, we featured a blog on the topic of allowing a friend or family member to operate your car while their driver's license is suspended.  As I'm sure you'd expect, the penalties for letting someone drive your car drunk come at an even higher cost. New Jersey's DWI laws are ...

With its abundance of tourist attractions and close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia, the highways of New Jersey receive a considerable amount of traffic from out of state drivers.  If you are a non-resident driver who has been caught driving under the influence of alcohol or dru...

Computer and internet crimes, also known as cybercrimes, refer to the illegal use of a computer or network.  The computer may be the target of a crime, or be used in the commission of criminal activity such as identity theft, distribution of child pornography and copyright infringement.  Th...