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April 26, 2023

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents on the roads today. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2019, 3,142 people were killed in crashes involving distracted drivers. One of the most common distractions while driving is texting, and New Jersey has taken measures to combat this dangerous behavior. As technology advances, the temptation to use cell phones while driving has become increasingly difficult to resist. In New Jersey, it is illegal to use a cell phone while driving, and this includes texting. Despite this law, people still text…

April 12, 2023

Facing criminal charges can be a daunting experience for anyone. However, understanding the criminal justice system in New Jersey can help ease some of the stress and uncertainty. In this ultimate guide to criminal defense in New Jersey, we will answer some of the top questions that people may have when facing criminal charges. Question 1: What are the different types of criminal charges in New Jersey? There are three types of criminal charges in New Jersey: indictable offenses, disorderly persons offenses, and petty disorderly persons offenses. Indictable offenses are the most serious, equivalent to felonies in other states,…

March 13, 2023

Teachers in New Jersey are covered by mandatory worker’s compensation insurance as required by law. Whether they’re working in the public or private sector, all employees in the education sector should be covered by worker’s comp, with a few exceptions. To get worker’s compensation benefits, a teacher must prove that they sustained injuries in the course of their duties. For example, injuries sustained from violence in school, chemical injuries in class, unsafe school buildings, and repetitive stress injuries can all be considered “on-the-job” injuries. Worker’s compensation is a “no-fault” kind of insurance, which means it doesn’t matter who was at…

March 2, 2023

Warehouse workers in New Jersey are entitled to mandatory Workers’ Compensation insurance paid for by the employer. If you or a loved one got injured on the job, you can and should claim Worker’s’ Compensation benefits to pay for your medical bills, time lost from work, and any permanent injuries you sustain due to the work-related accident. Worker’s Compensation insurance is no-fault insurance. It’s not a lawsuit against your employer, and so long as the injury happened on the job, you’re entitled to make a claim. Some warehouse workers may feel threatened and fail to report an injury, but that’s…

January 13, 2023

When couples announce that they are getting divorced, it usually isn’t a spur-of-the-moment decision. Rather, it’s probably been something they’ve thought about for a while, or in some cases, tried to ward off by seeking marriage counseling. But, these details aren’t always forthcoming, so when children learn that their parents are splitting up, it can be quite a shock.  While child custody is one of the most challenging aspects of the divorce process for most couples, telling their children about their decision to get divorced is almost as difficult. If you’re thinking about moving forward with breaking up…

January 3, 2023

If you’ve never been in a car accident, you may not know what to expect at the scene. However, knowing what to do (and not to do) at the scene of a car accident can affect your personal injury claim if you file one at a later date.  Here’s what happens at the scene of a car accident, so you can be best prepared:  The Police Will File a Police Report Once you, the other driver involved in the accident, or a bystander call law enforcement, they will arrive on the scene. When they do, they will speak to…

December 23, 2022

If you have a personal injury claim, here are some terms you are likely to hear during your case that you should familiarize yourself with. General Personal Injury Terms You Should Know General terms related to personal injury claims include: Tort – A tort refers to a legal cause of action arising from physical, financial, or reputation injury to another person, which does not involve a criminal act or a contract. A tort allows the injured party to recover financial compensation from those liable for the injury and resulting expenses and losses.

December 16, 2022

In New Jersey, car accident claims must go through the no-fault insurance system set up by state law. Under the no-fault system, an injured car accident victim must first turn to their car insurance policy to seek personal injury protection coverage for their accident-related medical treatment. However, if an accident victim suffers expenses and losses that exceed their PIP coverage, they may be entitled to pursue a legal claim against an at-fault driver or party. But how do insurance companies determine fault in car crashes in New Jersey?  Keep reading to find out.  Personal Injury Protection in…

November 30, 2022

If this is your first holiday season during or following your divorce, you may find yourself experiencing significant emotional difficulty now that you no longer have the ability to share holiday traditions with your ex or potentially your children. Here are some tips to keep in mind that can help you get through the holidays if you are getting divorced or finalized your divorce earlier this year.  Start New Traditions Because you are no longer sharing the holidays with your ex, it is important to begin new holiday traditions. Regardless of whether or not you have children, you may…

November 29, 2022

Many people choose to travel by car for the holiday season, whether driving to visit family and friends in another city, or going on vacation. While driving means avoiding the crowds and stress of airports, driving during the holidays presents its own unique risks. You should exercise extra care when driving during the holiday season, especially with extra motorists on the road. Unfortunately, you’re likely to encounter stressed, angry, distracted, fatigued, or intoxicated drivers during your holiday travel.  Here is what you need to know about driving safely during holiday travel.  Tips for Safe Driving During the Holidays…