Life after a DWI Charge In violating N.J.S.A. 39:4-50, the State of New Jersey imposes serious penalties for drunk driving. These DWI penalties get more severe as a person progresses from a first to a second and then third offense; and along with DUI charges, they are considered to be one of the most serious… Read More
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Steps To Take After A Car Accident in New Jersey
The moment right after a motor vehicle accident can be filled with fear and shock, but it’s important to stay calm and take the right steps to prevent further damage. Whether it happens on the Garden State Parkway, Ocean Blvd or on a local side street near your home, below are a few tips to… Read More
Do I Need a DUI Lawyer?
Arrested for N.J.S.A. 39:4-50 Many people who receive a speeding ticket in New Jersey simply pay it and chalk the event up to their lead foot. In the case of drug or alcohol-related traffic citations, however, you may want to think twice about leaving the charges on your record as-is. It may be possible to… Read More
NJ DWI Charges on the Rise During the Summer
It wouldn’t be a Jersey Shore summer without a few drinks with friends. Alcohol is definitely a big part of lounging at the beach and hitting the clubs at night in Ocean County. But the New Jersey local and State Police are fully aware that these summer activities can also cause a spike in driving… Read More
DWIs and the Fourth of July in New Jersey
Sobering Facts Every Driver Needs to Know July 4th is a favorite time of celebration for many Americans enjoying backyard BBQ’s with family and Jersey shore parties with friends. Unfortunately, Independence Day holiday is one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to drunk-driving crashes. So, celebrate the fourth of July responsibly with friends… Read More
NJ’s Click It or Ticket Campaign: It’s the Law
The Villani & DeLuca P.C. attorneys are committed to representation, but we promote our commitment to “safety first” throughout Monmouth and Ocean County communities. Benjamin Franklin wrote, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The adage still holds true two centuries later and we are reminded on a daily basis about the… Read More
Say Your Command: Infotainment Overboard and Distracted Driving
“Read my new messages,” “Reply ‘I will arrive in 10 minutes,’” “How do I get home?” Every time you speak a command into your hands-free phone, you’re driving distracted. Integrated in-vehicle infotainment (IVI), systems that deliver entertainment and information content in automobiles have the potential to increase a driver’s distraction depending on the features and… Read More
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month
Since 1987, April has been designated Alcohol Awareness Month, sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD). According to ncadd.org, the 2015 theme is “For the Health of It: Early Education on Alcoholism and Addiction.” Every April, the Council strives to increase the public’s understanding about alcohol dependence and attempts to reduce… Read More
Sobriety Checkpoints and DWI Arrests
Now that the New Jersey weather is finally warming up, that often means DUI checkpoints are going to be in full swing again soon. Warm weather can indeed impact the frequency of DUI arrests. More people go out to events such as outdoor concerts, festivals, sporting events and parties during nice weather and many of… Read More
So You Think the Fair DUI Flyer Save You From a DUI Arrest?
Can a piece of paper get you past a New Jersey DUI sobriety checkpoint? The “Fair DUI Flyer” claims you can. In the past few months this flyer has become a viral sensation sweeping across YouTube and the country. It was created by a Florida lawyer, Warren Redlich, which allows drivers pulled over at DUI… Read More
