NJ Law Blogs

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 polic...

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 Jerse...

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 d...

Caring for your children isn't cheap, and the expenses of child-rearing can be even more noticeable after separating from a spouse. Whether you're paying or receiving child support, you may be wondering which expenses are supposed to be covered by child support in New Jersey. Understanding the e...

Protecting your parental rights and your child's well-being are top priorities during a divorce or other custody dispute. These cases are especially troublesome when you don't believe that the other parent is capable of providing the best care for your child. In such cases, you may need to pursu...

You may be eager to finish the divorce process once you've realized your marriage is over. Many people are ready for closure and wonder how much time they need to complete their New Jersey divorce before they can move on with their lives. The time needed to finalize a divorce can range from just...

Child support calculations will have a significant impact on your finances and your child's well-being. Educating yourself on New Jersey child support laws and retaining a qualified family law attorney will help ensure that child support orders in your case reflect accurate numbers. New Jersey c...

Changing circumstances and growing children can mean that previous custody orders are no longer appropriate for your family. Changes to child custody, also known as custody modifications, are quite common. However, they're not always easy to achieve in New Jersey. Generally, a judge must find th...

People may not always know how to react in an emergency, but New Jersey Good Samaritan laws encourage bystanders to help those in urgent need. These laws provide legal protections for those who offer medical assistance or call 911. New Jersey has two Good Samaritan laws. The first law prote...

A serious auto accident can have long-term effects on your finances and quality of life. Unfortunately, a lawsuit is sometimes needed to obtain sufficient financial compensation. The right to sue after being injured in a car wreck can be complicated by a New Jersey law referred to as the “v...

The attorney you hire can make or break your case, so take your time and choose carefully. Find out if an attorney is a good fit for your case by asking these 9 questions before you commit to working together. 1. Do You Handle Cases Like Mine? This is the first question you should ask when consi...

Sometimes “‘Til death do us part” evolves into “‘Til the judge dissolves our marriage.” When that happens, it's important you file accurate, properly completed paperwork in a timely manner. Divorce can be a confusing process, and one simple error can result in lost assets, unfair custody arrange...

Many shore towns such as Belmar, Asbury Park or Point Pleasant Beach see a large number of visitors who are trying to enjoy the well-known bars and clubs. While at these locations it is very easy for people to lose control after having too much to drink which could lead to a bouncer decidin...

Economy has an Effect on NJ Divorce Rate The Divorce Rate in New Jersey are some of the lowest in the country. A recent survey revealed that nine percent (9%) of New Jersey adults are divorced compared with fifty-two percent (52%) of whom are still married, ranking it last among the states ...

MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) recently reported that New Jersey is one of the worst states for protecting victims of drunk drivers. More than half of the drivers who have had their license suspended for a DWI violate the suspension according to the organization. MADD believes New Jersey ne...

A child custody and visitation agreement can be modified after the final judgment if certain circumstances change in the lives of the child or the former spouses.  For example, a visitation schedule that works well for a toddler may not work as well for a busy teenager with many educational...

Howell Police Department recently arrested for drug possession after a man was stopped and found to have several illegal drugs on his person, including cocaine, percocet and marijuana. According to reports, a patrolman noticed a car driving erratically, failing to maintain its lane, wit...

A 49-year-old woman pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident in a Monmouth County courtroom. The driver has plead guilty to one count each of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death and second-degree endangerment, and two counts of third-degree endangerment. The driver...

Point Pleasant Beach is the site of popular nightlife, which can sometimes lead to encounters with law enforcement. During a confrontation with law enforcement, if it is revealed that someone in your entourage is in possession of a controlled dangerous substance, there are serious consequences. D...

Partners Carmine R. Villani, Esq. and Vincent C. DeLuca, Esq. would like to welcome their newest associate Benjamin M. Hoffman, Esq. to the law firm of Villani & DeLuca P.C. Mr. Hoffman will be joining the family law division of the firm and brings with him over 10 years of experience in the fiel...

In NJ, Use or Possession of a Fake ID Can Result in Severe Penalties Now that summer is in full swing, most people like to take advantage of the great weather during the day and the local bar scene at night. Unfortunately, many of those people are not of legal age to drink alcohol and frequent th...

If a divorced couple's initial child custody agreement doesn't work out the way they'd hoped it would, it is possible to change that child custody agreement through court action. There are a few ways to make changes to existing custody agreements in New Jersey. Child Custody Agreements ...

A Colts Neck man was stopped near the Goethals Bridge by Port Authority Police for driving through an EZ Pass lane without paying.  It was discovered that the man had a revoked EZ Pass account and owes more than $78,000 in unpaid tolls and fees. He was arrested, charged with theft and obstruction...

C The Bradley Beach police recently arrested an Asbury Park man on drug possession charges after the man was stopped for a traffic violation.  Drugs and other prohibited items were recovered from the man's vehicle who is now facing charges for manufacturing, distributing and possessing drugs i...

In New Jersey, a couple has the option of resolving the terms of their divorce though mediation, as opposed to a court hearing. Mediation is a collaborative process, in which a couple attempts to reach an agreement on issues such as child custody, domestic support and distribution of assets. The ...