If someone else’s negligence or recklessness in an accident causes you harm, you may be able to recover compensation. Part of the compensation you may be entitled to is “pain and suffering.” However, as an intangible factor, many people wonder how compensation for...
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How should I address a false domestic violence claim?
Domestic violence is a grave concern that affects countless lives. However, in the pursuit of justice, it’s crucial to acknowledge that false claims of domestic violence can also surface, causing significant damage to individuals and relationships. Navigating a false...
Driving near large commercial trucks poses many hazards
Most trucks allowed to operate on public roadways do not seem very threatening, especially compared to tractor-trailers. However, accidents involving dump trucks happen nevertheless, often leaving victims with severe or catastrophic injuries. Like other trucks, these...
Doing the right thing can save you from drug charges
There’s no question that overdose deaths from opioids, fentanyl and other illegal and dangerous drugs are at epidemic levels in this country. In an effort to prevent at least some of them, most states, including New Jersey, have enacted “Good Samaritan” or immunity...
3 types of evidence commonly used in New Jersey DUI cases
Prosecutors in New Jersey generally need strong evidence to develop a criminal case. Even seemingly straightforward infractions, like driving under the influence (DUI) charges, can occur because of a misunderstanding. Therefore, the state needs evidence that proves...
Oversized pickup trucks have large blind spots
Pickup trucks have changed over the years. Modern versions are significantly oversized compared to even full-sized vehicles from a few decades ago. Pickup trucks are both taller and wider than they used to be. This size makes them very dangerous on the roads for a...
Who can seek adjudication in the New Jersey recovery courts?
New Jersey drug charges can put someone in a difficult position. If they plead guilty, they will have a criminal record and be subject to penalties imposed by a judge. If they go to trial, they may have an uphill battle trying to overcome the state's evidence and...
2 things you should not do if served with a restraining order
Being served with a restraining order is a form of devastation most people know nothing about. It is nothing less than tragic for those who must change their daily lives, especially when they did nothing wrong. It may be tempting to confront the party responsible for...
What to know about transporting marijuana across state lines
It is no longer illegal, in most cases, to possess marijuana in New Jersey. There are still limits under the new law, but adults are allowed to have 6 ounces or less. This is a reflection of how marijuana laws have been changing across the country. In many states,...
3 sources of compensation after a New Jersey drunk driving wreck
There are numerous laws restricting certain behaviors when people drive. In New Jersey, people generally need to follow all posted signage, comply with the speed limit and avoid engaging in behaviors that are known to be risky, such as drunk driving. Impaired...