If you find yourself the subject of a protective order, you need to follow the rules. If you do not, you could face new criminal charges. But, what amounts to a violation of a protective order? Every protective order is unique. That being said, here are some of the...
Thomas Carroll Blauvelt Esq.
Thomas Carroll Blauvelt
East Brunswick Personal Injury Law Blog
Addiction can increase DUI risks
The vast majority of people in the United States have consumed alcohol. In 2019, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) reported that more than 85% of individuals who were legal adults had consumed alcohol at some point. In the last year, 69.5% of people...
Common hidden injuries after an auto accident
When a car accident occurs, your body enters a fight or flight mode, releasing adrenaline and other hormones to help you deal with the stress. Even though the hormones themselves aren’t dangerous, they can mask potential injuries you have experienced. Even minor auto...
Brake checking could put your life at risk
When you’re on the roads, you know that you have to be cautious about the way you drive. You need to follow the rules and pay attention to the road. If you get too close to another driver, you may not be able to stop if they have to stop quickly. Most people won’t...
Why did that driver think you were invisible?
You get hit as you’re going through a crosswalk. You’re injured and quite shocked. You had the right away and you still got hit by a vehicle, and you don’t understand why it happened. The other driver claims that you showed up out of nowhere – as if you were invisible...
When can you expunge a criminal record in New Jersey?
A criminal record can affect your quality of life long after you have done time and put all that behind you. You could miss job or education opportunities due to a past brush with the law that appears on your record. Fortunately, the law provides some recourse. It is...
Why is drunk driving so dangerous?
Dozens of people are killed in drunk driving crashes every day in the U.S. For this reason, cracking down on drunk driving is one of the top priorities of law enforcement. The laws regarding drunk driving are not arbitrary. Being intoxicated has been scientifically...
Understanding New Jersey’s “open container” law
When New Jersey residents head out to the beach, for an outdoor concert or a picnic over the summer, it’s common to bring along some beer, wine or other alcohol. However, it’s important to keep it outside the reach of anyone in the vehicle and sealed. It can be too...
3 financial consequences of a New Jersey drunk driving offense
Many people facing drunk driving charges in New Jersey feel embarrassed and want to minimize the exposure they have for the charges against them. Driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges could hurt their careers and their social lives. Staying out of court is often a...
Know the responsibilities of having an IID before getting it
Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are important tools for helping people get back behind the wheel legally after a DWI. While having an IID in your vehicle may be embarrassing and inconvenient, it’s better than having to rely on other people for rides or risking...
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