NJ Law Blogs

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 ...

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...