Blog: Firm News

  • Can a phone call from an alleged victim end a restraining order?

    Oct 5, 2025

    People in volatile relationships may request restraining orders from the courts. Also known as protective orders, restraining orders limit the interactions between people and reduce opportunities for misconduct. People accused of domestic violence or other criminal activity could find themselves subject to a restraining order sought by someone they know. Restraining orders may force one person to change where they live and alter their socialization habits. They may need to avoid events and locations where...
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  • Doing the right thing can save you from drug charges

    Nov 6, 2023

    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 laws to protect people who get help for someone who appears to be overdosing from facing criminal charges for their own possession and use of drugs. Each state’s law differs somewhat in...
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  • Common injuries seen after vehicular collisions

    Dec 5, 2022

    The injuries you suffer in a car accident vary based on the cause and severity of the collision. More severe accidents can result in more severe injuries; however, this doesn’t mean that fender benders can’t cause serious injuries that require immediate treatment. To ensure you get the right treatment after a car accident, it’s important to know some of the most common injuries that may occur. Common body parts injured during car accidents The most...
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  • Thomas Carroll Blauvelt named a Super Lawyer for 2 years in a row!

    Nov 25, 2015

    Thomas Carroll Blauvelt has been named to the Super Lawyers list as one of the top attorneys for New Jersey for 2015. This is the second consecutive year that Mr. Blauvelt has been given this incredible honor. He is recognized for his work in criminal defense. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in New Jersey are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. This award is...
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  • Edison, NJ Shoplifting Attorney

    Nov 11, 2015

    Thomas Carroll Blauvelt is a name that is well-respected in courts across New Jersey. I have personally represented over 8,000 clients in New Jersey Superior Court, Municipal Court, and NJMVC cases. My past experience as a New Jersey Municipal Prosecutor and New Jersey Public Defender means I know both sides of the law and can easily anticipate the arguments opposing counsel will make in your case. Charged with shoplifting? Call 1-732-440-6887 – I’m available 24 hours...
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