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Jul
2019
Will My Personal Injury Case Go To Trial? The Personal Injury Process Many legal movies and TV shows highlight one specific portion of the legal process; the jury trial. It can be the most dramatic part of a case, and it definitely makes for great drama on the silver screen, but what most people don’t realize until they are going through it, is […]19
Jul
2019
Signs Your Brain Injury Could Be a Personal Injury Claim Overview: Brain Injuries It is not uncommon to experience a brain injury after suffering an accident. Whether you are in a car accident or a slip and fall, the brain is a fragile thing that can lead to lifelong medical problems if injured. This often means expensive medical bills, time away from work, and many […]25
Jun
2019
How Do I Qualify For Asylum in New Jersey? What is an Asylum? If you’re an immigrant who is already in the United States and you fear returning to your country of origin due to the likelihood of persecution, you may qualify for asylum. Asylum is a form of legal protection for those who wish to remain in the U.S. and not be deported […]18
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 […]
