When two people go through a divorce it can be an emotional, time consuming, and very stressful process. When children are involved it can become even more difficult; not just for the parents, but also for the children – no matter their age. A child may feel pressured to choose sides regardless of any pressure… Read More
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Understanding Strict Liability for a Dog Bite Injury
Pets enrich our lives in many ways, but unfortunately, they can also be the cause of injury. Dog bites alone injure more than 4.7 million people every year. When injuries from domesticated animals occur (cats, reptiles, even exotic animals), the victim may be able to recover damages from the animal’s owner. It is important to… Read More
Understanding Strict Liability for a Dog Bite Injury
Pets enrich our lives in many ways, but unfortunately, they can also be the cause of injury. Dog bites alone injure more than 4.7 million people every year. When injuries from domesticated animals occur (cats, reptiles, even exotic animals), the victim may be able to recover damages from the animal’s owner. It is important to… Read More
Background Checks for Teachers with Marijuana Convictions
Can You Avoid School Employment Disqualification? Today’s job market is competitive enough, and many employers don’t want pot smokers or marijuana users working with their money or supervising their employees, especially if the job involves children. Criminal background checks for teachers are required with anyone working in a school. School employees (teachers, substitute teachers, principals,… Read More
Cyclist and Pedestrian Accidents Remain Common and Incredibly Deadly
Every seven minutes, another pedestrian is injured in a collision, according to new research published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Moreover, the United States sees at least one fatal pedestrian accident every two hours. In the most-recent annual statistics, there were 4,743 pedestrian deaths, in total, plus an additional 726 cyclist fatalities…. Read More
Same Sex Divorce in New Jersey
Going through the divorce process is difficult for anyone. A partnership that was meant to last a lifetime ends abruptly due to irrevocable differences, leaving both parts of a couple to make new plans and move on. Same sex couples, in particular, face their own unique challenges. Now that same sex marriage has been legalized… Read More
Child Custody in Same Sex Marriages
In New Jersey, it was recently decided in court that sperm donors could earn visitation rights for the children born from their donation. This affects same sex marriages a great deal. It is now typical for donors to be able see children even if it was agreed before the birth that the couple would be… Read More
DUI Led to ‘Real Housewives’ Star’s Fraud Charges
“Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Joe Giudice is facing federal prison time for fraud. Now, according to NJ.com, he either has to take a plea or go to trial for state fraud charges that began with a DUI. New Jersey has charged Guidice with fraud on the grounds that he attempted to pass his… Read More
New Domestic Violence Law Following Ray Rice Scandal
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 assaulting his wife, not receiving prison time. The… Read More
Can Underage Drivers Be Designated Drivers in NJ
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 will remain sober while the others are… Read More
