Choosing Representation After a Serious Auto Accident

Guest Bloggers — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:33:22 +0100

Regardless of how safely anyone drives or what precautions they take, many people find themselves in an unfortunate car accident. When this happens, aside from immediate medical care, the most important thing that people should do is to seek the counsel of an experienced and competent car accident attorney. However, this can be a daunting task.

Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Lawyer

What quite a few people don’t know is thatRead More...

NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Surcharges: How a Lawyer Can Help

Guest Bloggers — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:15:56 +0100

Just about everyone knows that sinking feeling that we get in the pit of our stomachs when we see flashing blue lights behind us. Unfortunately, that feeling is often combined with a feeling of stupidity because we know exactly why we're being pulled over. The penalties related to many traffic infractions are difficult enough to handle, but for New Jersey residents, theyRead More...

Types of Drunk Driving Offences in the UK

Guest Bloggers — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:13:25 +0100

Drunk driving is fairly common in the UK, with more than 90,000 people convicted every year. However, it does carry a lot of stigma, so you can find yourself with heavy penalties, if you fall foul of the law.

We have all been in a situation where we have known of someone who has sat behind the wheel drunk, or perhaps even you have been guilty of having that extra pint and driving. With a huge drink culture in our society, it’s hard to stay away from Read More...

The Risks and Rewards of Filing a False Claim Act Case

Guest Bloggers — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:42:58 +0100

The False Claims Act, or the Whistleblower Act, was first established during the Civil War by President Lincoln. It was discovered that companies from both the North and South were filing false claims for government money for their contributions to the war effort.

In an effort to stop the government waste and fraud, President Lincoln had the False Claims Act passed that punished companiesRead More...

Things to Remember When Getting Pulled Over

Guest Bloggers — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:25:06 +0100

There are few things worse than that dreaded moment when you’re driving along and you see a police car behind you, flashing its red and blue lights. Even though being pulled over is an unpleasant experience, there are a few things you can do to keep that unpleasantness at a minimum.

Do Not Get Out of Your Car

When Neglectful Supervision Leads to Child Injuries

Guest Bloggers — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:05:25 +0100

Many people think that their most important possession in life is their shiny new car or their favorite guitar, but this all changes in an instant when a person becomes a parent. The majority of parents would give the world just to make their child happy, but unfortunately, a parent simply caRead More...

What Constitutes Sexual Harassment? You Might Be Surprised at These Examples

Guest Bloggers — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:35:23 +0100

Employers are bound by law to insure the safety and well-being of every person in their employ. Sexual harassment is a serious offense that can be prosecuted under federal guidelines. The first thing that comes to mind upon hearing the words “sexual harassment” is that someone made an unwanted sexual advance toward another person. Although that is covered Read More...

Tips To Choose the Best Attorney For You

Steve Johnson — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:29:38 +0100

None of us really wish to have a situation where there is a need to hire a lawyer for help in a criminal or family law case. However, if the legal problem that is faced is complex or includes a lot of money, it will really be hard for you to tackle the situation without the help of a lawyer. It is mandatory to be aware of the imperative factors that help you choose the best attorney to represent your legal issue. Going through this article will heRead More...

North Carolina Tightens DUI Laws for First Time Offenders

Guest Bloggers — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:05:48 +0100

North Carolina state legislators are currently considering several big changes to the way that DUI offenders are punished. For example, current laws stipulate that only drivers who have an elevated blood alcohol content (BAC) or who have been arrested more than once for a DUI will be forced to use an interlock ignition device when they regain their driving privileges. However, if House Bill 43 is passed, anyone who is convicted of a DUI, regardless of their BAC, will be required to use an intRead More...

The FYI on DUI Arrests

Guest Bloggers — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:50:59 +0100

There aren't many criminal offenses that can lead to a removal of driving privileges, fines, mandatory classes, license restrictions, jail time and even the installation of new hardware on one's own motor vehicle; but driving under the influence (DUI) is definitely one of them. These consequences are harsh, and a conviction can even cause a person employment and educational opportunities down the road. Knowing thRead More...

Ethics in Municipal Court- I Can’t Do That?

Kenneth Vercammen — Tue, 07 May 2013 02:11:40 +0100

Ethics in Municipal Court- I Can’t Do That?

Thursday, May 16  8:30-9:45 Held at The Water Club, across the casino from the Borgata Room: AQUA A & B

NJ State Bar Association Annual Meeting(Municipal Court Track NJSBA) 

Speakers:

What to Do When Your Disability Benefits are Denied

Guest Bloggers — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:29:48 +0100

There aren't many people in America who wouldn't go crazy if they didn't work at least some of the time. Unfortunately, there are many out there who are prevented from doing so due to disabilities. Sadly, in addition to not being able to do things that most others can do, disabled individuals often don't have an income due to their inability to work.

Luckily, the government provides Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) for many of these people.Read More...

Prescription Drugs & DUI

Guest Bloggers — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:19:30 +0100

Every motorist is aware that driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal behavior and can be accurately measured in the blood stream with the proper analysis equipment. Many individuals do not realize that a prescription medicine can also create significant impairment of driving abilities and all states have taken steps to stop this behavior. The problem is that many people are under treatment of a medical professional who has placed them on the medication. Additionally, these medicatioRead More...

Filing a Claim for Damages After a Car Accident in Charlotte

Guest Bloggers — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:30:53 +0100

Most automobile accidents are adjudicated in a similar fashion. The law of vehicular control normally governs all aspects of the accident reconstruction in terms of fault and negligence. Many times the injured party filing a claim may also have extenuating claims in addition to the normal property damage and medical bill compensation associated with an auto accident. When handling a caRead More...

What Wikipedia Won't Tell You About Criminal Records

Guest Bloggers — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:31:41 +0100

If you're job hunting and you have a criminal record then it'll be an even more daunting task than usual. Searching for a job is a tough thing to do no matter what your circumstances are, but if you have a criminal record you'll be worrying that it may be used against you. It is perfectly possible for people with a chequered past to change their ways but it's hard to convince any potential employer of this.

The vast majority of employers now perform criminal checks on any potential canRead More...

Accident Claims: Fair Compensation For An Injustice

Guest Bloggers — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:28:59 +0100

Many people who have suffered an accident in the past couples of years or few months may be deterred from claiming personal injury compensation due to ongoing criticism of claims management firms, but most legal experts would point out that making a claim is nothing more than “seeking fair compensation for an injustice”.

While there are certainly unscrupulous companies out there, anyone who has been injured because of someone else’s negligence should still pursue a claim for compensatRead More...

Top 5 Reasons DUI Arrests Are Up

Guest Bloggers — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:33:41 +0100

Far too many people have had to face the serious repercussions of driving under the influence. In fact, thousands are arrested every day for the crime. The saddest thing related to these arrests, however, is the fact that they're on the rise. This rise could be attributed to several factors; some of these factors are related to law enforcement while others rest solely on the indivRead More...

Social Host Liability

Guest Bloggers — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:00:27 +0100

Everybody gets a little excited about the prospect of a party--and rightfully so. Whether it's celebrating a friend's engagement, a congratulatory get-together after closing on a big account at work, or just family and fun, gatherings are a source of enjoyment for most people. Hosting a get-together can be quite fulfilling, but when an individual is the host of that party, thRead More...

Law & Order: Law Firms Still Need Secretaries Despite Market Woes

Guest Bloggers — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:01:30 +0100

The advent of technology has been a threat to every secretary in regular work for many years now. Much discussion is held over whether or not the role of ‘secretary’ will die out altogether now that more and more business people are becoming self-sufficient. Sophisticated software that types as you speak is great for corporate evolution, but not so great for the people it replaceRead More...

Why You Should Hire A DUI Attorney

Guest Bloggers — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:28:50 +0100

No one ever sets out with theRead More...

Blog entries

Choosing Representation After a Serious Auto Accident

NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Surcharges: How a Lawyer Can Help

Types of Drunk Driving Offences in the UK

The Risks and Rewards of Filing a False Claim Act Case

Things to Remember When Getting Pulled Over

When Neglectful Supervision Leads to Child Injuries

What Constitutes Sexual Harassment? You Might Be Surprised at These Examples

Tips To Choose the Best Attorney For You

North Carolina Tightens DUI Laws for First Time Offenders

The FYI on DUI Arrests

Ethics in Municipal Court- I Can’t Do That?

What to Do When Your Disability Benefits are Denied

Prescription Drugs & DUI

Filing a Claim for Damages After a Car Accident in Charlotte

What Wikipedia Won't Tell You About Criminal Records

Accident Claims: Fair Compensation For An Injustice

Top 5 Reasons DUI Arrests Are Up

Social Host Liability

Law & Order: Law Firms Still Need Secretaries Despite Market Woes

Why You Should Hire A DUI Attorney