Settlements for Truck Accidents in New Jersey
Truck accidents in New Jersey are all too common. And a recent report published by the Reason Foundation gave New Jersey the distinction for having the worst roads and highways in the nation – for the second year in a row. That, coupled with one of the congested highway systems in the nation, is a«more»
How To Prove Fault In Premises Liability Cases In NJ?
If you’ve suffered a serious injury on someone else’s property, you deserve to be fairly compensated if the owner of that property was liable for your accident. But what, exactly, does it mean to be “liable”? Establishing liability in Court can be complex, especially in premises liability cases. Who Owns the Property Where You Fell«more»
New NJ Law to Protect Student Athletes from Heat Strokes
As a new school semester begins and student athletes return to the field, New Jersey’s legislators have turned to the task of ensuring our children’s safety. Earlier this January, Governor Murphy signed into law two pieces of legislation intended to help protect students from one of the most common, yet often-overlooked, forms of serious athletic«more»
Can My Criminal Record Hurt My New Jersey Personal Injury Case
A criminal conviction cannot help your personal injury case, but an experienced New Jersey Injury Attorney can minimize the impact or even keep it out of the case all together! If you were a victim of someone else’s negligence and were injured, you need an attorney who specializes in the area of personal injury. Insurance«more»
Do You Need A Lawyer For Municipal Court?
No one is required to hire a lawyer to appear for your case in municipal court. However, many traffic and criminal offenses carry serious penalties. You should always consult with an attorney to discuss the penalties you may face before you appear in municipal court. Just like you would never operate on yourself if you«more»
Distracted Driving Can Be Deadly in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the number one cause of fatal car accidents during 2018 was distracted driving. In fact, distracted driving caused more fatal crashes than DWIs or speeding accidents. The good news is that less motorists are driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The bad news is that motorists are driving while distracted«more»
Black Ice Slip and Fall Accidents in New Jersey
Fresh snow can be picturesque and is especially exhilarating if you enjoy winter sports or playing in the snow. It is also accompanied by freezing temperatures, harsh winds, and icy roads, parking lots, sidewalks and dangerous conditions. Black ice causes countless injuries every year in New Jersey. Snow and ice account for many car and«more»
How Long Will My New Jersey Car Accident Case Take?
The legal process in New Jersey is extremely complicated. It can be so complex that if someone without a lawyer makes one wrong move, the claim may never get off the ground. Don’t lose your case right out of the gate. When in doubt, consult with an attorney experienced in handling car accident cases in«more»
Apartment Complex Slip and Falls in New Jersey
The phrase “Home Sweet Home” applies to apartment buildings in addition to houses in New Jersey. Any landlord or apartment owner has to keep his complex free from any danger or unreasonable risk of bodily injury to all tenants and their guests. If you are injured as a tenant or guest at an apartment complex,«more»
New DWI Law goes into Effect for New Jersey
The new drunk driving laws for New Jersey go into effect on Sunday, December 1, 2019. This is something to keep in mind when you’re toasting your next glass during the 2019 holiday season in New Jersey. In New Jersey, DWIs are based in part on your Blood Alcohol Reading (BAC). If police suspect that«more»
Call an Uber, Not an Attorney
Holiday DWI’s in New Jersey DWI’s are serious offenses and strictly enforced in New Jersey. The holiday season brings a spike in DWI enforcement in New Jersey. A little-known fact is that the night before Thanksgiving is the biggest night for DWI enforcement in New Jersey. There are more DWI patrols on the night before«more»
How to Choose an Attorney for Your New Jersey Criminal Law Case
If you or a family member are facing an investigation for criminal charges or even arrested and charged with a criminal offense – you need legal representation. The Constitution guarantees you the right to an attorney of your choice. In order to assess your rights and all potential defenses, you will need to consult with«more»
Unlawful Police Search and Seizure Kicked by the New Jersey Supreme Court
I represented a person who was stopped by police without a search warrant and without any reasonable suspicion. The police stopped my client while he was just standing on the sidewalk. They did not observe him engage in any illegal or criminal activity. When my client started to walk away, four police officers approached him«more»
Motions to Suppress in New Jersey
One of the greatest protections in our Constitution is the right for every person to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that the police cannot search your home, your car, or your person, without a search warrant. In certain situations, police can conduct a search without a search warrant, but these searches«more»
What are the Penalties in for Driving While Suspended for a DWI in New Jersey?
Every driver convicted of a DWI in New Jersey faces a mandatory driver’s license suspension, ranging from 3 months to 10 years. There is no temporary driver’s license for school or work during your DWI suspension. The judges will read the penalties for driving while suspended for DWI in open court, and then have the«more»
What is a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) in New Jersey DWI cases?
Each year, over a million drivers are pulled over and arrested for suspicion of DWI in America. Most DWI arrests start off exactly the same: flashing police sirens and lights on the side of a road or highway. The officers will put the driver through a number of roadside field sobriety tests that include balancing«more»
Halloween Safety for Trick-Or-Treaters in New Jersey
There is nothing to cackle about when it comes to children’s safety when trick-or-treating on Halloween in New Jersey. During the holidays, the risk that a child will be injured or killed by a car triples. During Halloween, young children between the ages of 4 and 8 are 10 times more likely to be injured«more»
New Study for Pedestrian Accidents Released
A recently published report reveals that auto-related accident deaths declined last year. However, fatalities for pedestrians have increased 50% over the past 10 years, and the experts don’t know why
Accident Reports in New Jersey Car Accident Claims
No one asks to be in a car accident. Not only is it inconvenient and costly, it can also leave you or a friend permanently injured. Most drivers know to ask the other driver for a copy of their driver’s license and insurance. What should you do after you exchange information? You should always call«more»
NJ Investigating Vaping and Lung Disease Link
On August 16, 2019, New Jersey issued a statewide health warning on serious lung disease for young people who vaped. NJ health workers are investigating new and shocking reports of young patients in the State diagnosed with severe lung injuries with a history of vaping. This has sparked an increasing alarm in New Jersey which«more»
Social Media After an Accident in New Jersey
If you read one sentence: Don’t post anything online after an accident in New Jersey. I have a confession: I am an avid user of social media. I constantly check my Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter accounts. Now that I mentioned it, follow me @LesnikLaw. Social media allows me to connect with friends, family and«more»
What Happens if You are Involved in an Auto Accident in New Jersey with an Uninsured Driver?
New Jersey is home to some of the busiest roads in the nation. The high volume of drivers concentrated in a small area can lead to traffic jams, road rage, distracted driving, speeding, tailgating, and, of course, motor vehicle accidents. Car accidents are always frustrating. They cause property damage to your vehicle and can even«more»
New Jersey Dog Bite Settlements
Dog bites can cause serious scars on anyone who is bitten and can even cause emotional and psychological scarring and damages. People who are attacked by dogs are not only left with scars from the vicious bites, but they can also suffer from emotional scarring and fear of all dogs. Even a bark from the«more»