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Jun
2019
Differences Between Robbery, Theft and Burglary Robbery, Burglary and Theft, Oh My! It’s not uncommon for people to use the terms theft, robbery and burglary interchangeably. After all, they all constitute taking property that doesn’t belong to you, right? While the basis of that may be true, these terms have major legal distinctions and consequences should you be convicted of one. […]11
Jun
2019
Who’s at Fault for an Accident in Scotch Plains NJ FAQ Motor Vehicle Accident FAQ When you’ve been in an accident in New Jersey, it’s important to understand how fault is established so you know who to hold responsible for your injuries. Regardless of the type of accident you’ve been involved in, whether they be car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents and more, having an experienced […]29
May
2019
Citizenship & Crime: Can I Be Deported If I Have A Problem With The Law? Deportable Crimes If you are a non-citizen living in America, you may worry that trouble with law enforcement could result in a deportation. According to the Department of Homeland Security, a person convicted of a “deportable crime” can be expelled from the United States and barred from re-entering for a specified number of years. Here […]08
May
2019
Assault and Defenses In New Jersey Law Assault Crimes in New Jersey Assault is a serious criminal charge, with potentially serious consequences. Here is a brief guide to the New Jersey laws on assault, and the possible defenses to these charges. Types of Assault In New Jersey, there are two categories that classify assaults. The first one is simple assault, and […]01
May
2019
How Does Workers’ Compensation Work? Workers’ Compensation in New Jersey If you know someone who has suffered an injury while on the job, you’ve likely heard of workers’ compensation. Under this system, injured employees are able to receive medical treatment and have a portion of their wages replaced after being injured in a work-related accident or becoming ill on […]28
Apr
2019
Criminal Defense And Vehicular Homicide In New Jersey One of the most tragic and serious offenses that a New Jersey resident could face under the state’s criminal code involves motor vehicles and accidents in which a death results. Either vehicular homicide, or vehicular manslaughter, New Jersey prosecutors will charge first degree charges, carrying penalties of between 10 years to life when a death […]26
Apr
2019
Workers’ Compensation And Immigration Status: Who Can Recover in NJ? If you have ever been injured on the job, or know someone who has, you have no doubt heard about workers’ compensation. This system allows employees to recover their medical bills and lost wages if they are injured on the job, regardless of negligence by the employer. All employers in New Jersey are required to […]22
Apr
2019
Personal Injury Claims: When Is It Better To Settle? When you first contact a lawyer after an accident or injury, you may be expecting that every case goes to trial. But sometimes, the most effective strategy isn’t litigation at all. More personal injury cases are settled out of court than in court, as it is often the most cost effective and least stressful choice […]19
Apr
2019
How Social Media Posting Can Harm Your Personal Injury Suit Some people post constant updates about their lives on social media. This means sharing stories, pictures and details about all of their activities. However, it has become common practice for defendants in personal injury cases to look at any social media posts to see if they might undermine a plaintiff’s case. The attorney representing you […]28
Mar
2019
Michael Noriega Esq. Wins 2019 ACLU-NJ Legal Leadership Award The results are in! Attorney Michael Noriega is expected to receive the 2019 ACLU Legal Leadership Award in New Jersey. What is this prestigious award? Who is Attorney Michael Noriega? Get all the details below. 2019 ACLU-NJ Legal Leadership Award The American Civil Liberties Union is an organization that’s dedicated to preserving the individual rights […]
