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- Criminal accusations and convictions can have far-reaching implications
May 10, 2021
Many people take the saying “innocent until proven guilty” to mean that someone who’s facing criminal charges won’t have any restrictions placed upon them for a crime unless they’re found guilty of it. This is a serious misunderstanding that people often have, though. Some defendants have restrictions imposed upon them long before their case proceeds to trial. The consequences that you may face if convicted of an offense may be significantly more limiting. The limits...Read More - What is implied consent in a DWI?
Apr 29, 2021
You may feel nervous or intimidated if the police stop you while driving. It can make it hard to think straight, and you could make costly errors. Understanding what to do and what not to do in the event of a police stop is essential. It prevents turning a minor problem into a major one. One area many people worsen their situation is failing to understand implied consent. If you get behind the wheel, the...Read More - How can your family pay for a funeral after a fatal car crash?
Apr 28, 2021
Money is usually the last thing you want to think about when dealing with a sudden loss. When you kiss your loved one goodbye before they left, you would never have imagined that you wouldn’t see them again. Denial and anger about the irreversible damage done to your family by one person’s bad decisions can overwhelm you and make it hard for you to live your daily life, let alone consider the long-term implications of...Read More - Who is responsible for the injuries caused by a violent dog?
Mar 9, 2021
In movies, violent dogs often fall into only a handful of breeds traditionally used for protection or fighting. In reality, any kind of dog, including a fluffy-looking Pomeranian or a well-manicured poodle could become vicious and bite someone. Factors ranging from previous trauma the dog experienced to bad genetics might lead to unpredictable aggression and violence. Dog bite attacks can lead to significant injuries that require expensive emergency care and reconstructive plastic surgery. In some...Read More - When car crash victims suffer a TMJ disorder
Oct 12, 2020
Perhaps a negligent driver collided with you in New Jersey and left you dealing with broken bones and other injuries. Perhaps one of those injuries was a TMJ disorder, in which case you may want to know more about their nature. Accidents are, after all, only one way for TMJ disorders to arise. Sometimes, these conditions are genetic or come about as the result of arthritis. TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint. There’s one such...Read More - Hard-braking events may raise frequency of car collisions
Jul 23, 2020
You were driving in or around East Brunswick, New Jersey, and you found yourself in an accident with a negligent or reckless driver. Let’s say that your losses are so severe that PIP insurance will not cover them. In that case, you may have good grounds for a claim against that driver’s auto insurance company. In this state, victims of a two-car crash who are 50% or less at fault can be eligible for damages,...Read More - Higher caffeine consumption may cause more truckers to crash
Apr 20, 2020
A U.K. expert on transportation safety has found that long-term caffeine consumption raises the risk for an accident among truck drivers. Perhaps you were injured at the hands of a trucker here in New Jersey and are wondering just how it happened. It could be that this habit of high caffeine consumption was an indirect cause. Crash investigators and medical experts would be able to tell you more. Results of the study The study involved...Read More - UNION COUNTY, NJ CRIMINAL ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client who was arrested with several other individuals and charged with multiple counts of felony drug possession. My client maintained his innocence throughout the case. The case was sent to the grand jury, which returned indictments against my client and all co-defendants. After several months of negotiations with the county prosecutor’s office, all charges against my client were dismissed. If you have been charged with Drug Possession or other criminal charges call...Read More - BLOOMFIELD, NJ CRIMINAL ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client charged with Driving While Intoxicated and other motor vehicle offenses, as well as criminal charges for Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances. The case originated at the County Superior Court as a third-degree felony charge and was downgraded to the municipal level. After several court appearances in the municipal court, and lengthy discussions with the prosecutor, all criminal charges against my client were dismissed. If you have been charged with Possession of...Read More - BERGENFIELD, NJ DWI ATTORNEY
Feb 25, 2020
I represented a client charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Submit Breath Samples, and other motor vehicle violations. After extensive discovery review, including expert review, I filed motions seeking to dismiss the Refusal charge. After numerous court appearances and negotiations with the State, the State conceded that it could not prove the charge of Refusal beyond a reasonable doubt. The Refusal charge was dismissed. If you have been charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal...Read More