Texting and driving have become a serious issue with devastating consequences in our modern society, resulting in countless accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. In bustling New Jersey, these dangerous habits pose particularly alarming risks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), texting and driving is six times more dangerous than driving under the …
Before a defendant engages a criminal defense lawyer in New Jersey, it’s important for him or her to assess the criminal attorney’s experience. Criminal defendants in state or federal courts to be tried by juries have specific rights. Each defendant’s jury must be fairly selected from an appropriate cross-section of residents. The criminal defense attorney …
Assault and aggravated assault are terms that are often thrown around interchangeably. However, the kind of assault that is being spoken about is vital in court – both are very different. New Jersey law states that when a person attacks and injures a person, or tries to injure a person without cause, this is assault. …
In situations of domestic violence, restraining orders are issued by the court for a victim’s protection. A restraining order prohibits a person from communicating or coming into any kind of physical contact with them. This for can help ensure the safety of the victim as it spells out serious consequences should the other person violate …
Laws are put in place by officials to regulate and maintain boundaries and standards. As times change, laws tend to change, too. Laws that were relevant or important for one reason or another might not be necessary anymore. In hindsight, these laws may seem silly or strange. As new laws and revised laws take priority, …
Self-defense laws in New Jersey were put in place to ensure the safety of all citizens. You are entitled to defending yourself in cases where threat is imminent. However, there are various laws in place that could work to your disadvantage when defending yourself. It pays to know how you are legally entitled to defend …
Among the many things that are granted to us by the constitution is the right to a fair trial by a jury of our peers. The jury brings together the minds of varied, unbiased people from different walks of life to decide the fate of someone on trial. It’s important then that the members of …
Prison is not an easy place to be, especially if you know that you are stuck there and will be incarcerated for a lengthy period of time. Of course, some prisons are worse than others. That’s because many prisons and jails in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and elsewhere in the NE United States are …
If you have a criminal record, you may find that starting over with a clean slate can be somewhat challenging, particularly when it comes to finding a job. These days, many employers will run background checks on all applicants, or you will be required to disclose any prior convictions during the application process. The following …
