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June 11, 2021

The period between Memorial Day at the end of May and Labor Day at the beginning of September is often called the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer, as this roughly 100-day period sees a significant increase in the number of fatal motor vehicle accidents, especially accidents involving teen drivers. Rates of teen fatalities in car accidents increase by approximately 25 percent during the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer.  Read more: Types Of Brain Injuries You Can Sustain In A Car Accident Top Reasons for the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer Although the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer…

May 11, 2021

Although “summer vacation” normally evokes thoughts of family getaways, that usually isn’t the case for families where the parents have divorced or separated. While separated or divorced parents want their children to enjoy their summer vacation and want to enjoy that time with their children, that can pose difficulties in the context of the parties’ child custody agreement or court order. Parents should put extra thought into how their children’s summer vacation will be handled under the family’s custody arrangement. Custody Settlement Agreements In most cases, parents can best resolve a child custody dispute through a settlement agreement. Courts…

May 7, 2021

Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve. This damage is often caused by abnormally high pressure in your eye.  Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of severe loss of vision and blindness. Because the loss of vision is gradual and typically occurs over a long period of time, patients may not notice the change until the condition is in an advanced stage. Because vision loss due to glaucoma is irreversible, it’s important to have regular eye exams that include measurements of your eye pressure and other tests so a diagnosis can be made in its early stages. If…

April 23, 2021

After an accident, you may need to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey to receive compensation for your medical bills and property damage. Knowing how – and when – to file a personal injury claim can help you navigate the legal system and collect the funds you need for recovery. Read more: What Does Pain And Suffering Mean In A Personal Injury Case? When to File a Personal Injury Case If you were injured due to the negligence of someone else, you might decide to file a personal injury lawsuit. These are some of the most…

April 3, 2021

Car accidents can lead to all types of injuries, with brain injuries being one of the most common. Brain injuries can be difficult to diagnose and the anticipated medical or rehabilitative costs are not always clear. This can make it difficult to file a personal injury claim and collect the compensation that you need. Fortunately, this is the type of situation a personal injury lawyer can assist you with. Continue reading to learn more about the most common types of brain injuries and how to recognize them below.  Common Types of Brain Injuries Following a Car Accident Hitting…

March 24, 2021

For many married couples who ended up getting divorced, it was pretty evident for some time before divorce papers were filed that the marriage was heading towards an end. If you feel like a divorce is inevitable between you and your spouse, you may wonder whether there are any benefits to filing for divorce first before your spouse can. Although you may not want to subject your spouse to an unfair surprise, there are benefits to being the party who initiates the divorce. Continue reading to find out what happens after you file for divorce. You’ll Have Legal…

March 10, 2021

A New Jersey state senator was arrested for DWI (driving while intoxicated) on Friday, March 4, 2021. Continue reading to find out what happened.  State Senator Arrested for DWI in Jersey City The Jersey City Police Department has reported that New Jersey State Senator Sandra Cunningham was arrested on the morning of March 4, 2021, after she allegedly hit three parked cars. State Sen. Cunningham, who was not injured in the accident, claimed she was not intoxicated at the time of the crash and that she was having an adverse reaction to her medication. Former New Jersey Governor Jim…

March 2, 2021

The New Jersey Senate recently passed a bill that aims to eliminate mandatory minimum sentences for a variety of criminal offenses. State Senate Swiftly Passes Mandatory Minimum Sentence Reform Bill Senate Bill S-3456, which would eliminate mandatory minimum sentences for 29 criminal offenses, was approved without discussion last month, which allowed the measure to proceed to an Assembly committee meeting for deliberation. Crimes for Which Mandatory Minimums Would Be Eliminated The current version of the bill seeks to eliminate the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences for criminal offenses under New Jersey law such as: Second-degree robberyBurglaryOfficial misconductPerjuryBriberyMoney launderingTampering…

February 24, 2021

Well, there you have it: marijuana is officially legal in the state of New Jersey. After a failed legislative push in 2019, the new law finally came to fruition on Monday, February 22, 2021 after Governor Phil Murphy signed three bills into law.  While New Jersey residents have known for some time that the Garden State would be following in the footsteps of the other parts of the country that have already legalized marijuana, there are still some important questions that must be answered. For example, can you still be arrested for possessing or using marijuana? Will you be allowed…

January 24, 2021

Child custody is easily one of the most complex matters under family law. Not only are the stakes and emotions high for all the parties involved, but the outcome of child custody matters can have an outsized impact on the lives of the children involved in such matters.  Below are some of the most common issues that arise in complex and disputed child custody cases. Read more: Child Custody Laws In New Jersey Relocation Relocation is often the most contentious issue that can arise in child custody cases, especially if the parent of primary residence seeks…