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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»

By |November 13th, 2019|Categories: Criminal Defense|Comments Off on Motions to Suppress in New Jersey

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»

By |November 8th, 2019|Categories: DUI|Comments Off on What are the Penalties in for Driving While Suspended for a DWI in New Jersey?

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»

By |November 8th, 2019|Categories: DUI|Comments Off on What is a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) in New Jersey DWI cases?

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»

By |October 30th, 2019|Categories: Firm News|Comments Off on Halloween Safety for Trick-Or-Treaters in New Jersey

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

By |October 29th, 2019|Categories: Pedestrian Accidents|Comments Off on New Study for Pedestrian Accidents Released

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»

By |October 22nd, 2019|Categories: Motor Vehicle Accidents|Comments Off on Accident Reports in New Jersey Car Accident Claims

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»

By |October 4th, 2019|Categories: Firm News|Comments Off on NJ Investigating Vaping and Lung Disease Link

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»

By |September 26th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries|Comments Off on Social Media After an Accident in New Jersey

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»

By |September 18th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents|Comments Off on What Happens if You are Involved in an Auto Accident in New Jersey with an Uninsured Driver?

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»

By |September 12th, 2019|Categories: Dog Bites, Injuries|Comments Off on New Jersey Dog Bite Settlements

New Jersey Wrongful Death Claims

Anyone who has lost a loved-one knows the sorrow, despair and grief that accompanies the death of a family member or friend. If the death is caused by the negligence of another, the family may be entitled to compensation. When tragedy like this strikes, no amount of money can fill the void left behind from«more»

By |September 5th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Wrongful Death|Comments Off on New Jersey Wrongful Death Claims

NJ DWI in a School Zone

New Jersey DWI laws are strict enough to begin with. However, NJ laws are even tougher if you are pulled over for a DWI in a school zone. If you are issued a DWI summons in a school zone, the penalties can be significantly more severe than a regular DWI ticket. This is one of«more»

By |September 1st, 2019|Categories: DUI|Comments Off on NJ DWI in a School Zone

Can you get a DWI ticket in New Jersey if you Weren’t Driving?

YES. New Jersey has some of the strictest DWI laws in the Country and they are aggressively enforced by every local, county and state police officer. There are 2 main ways you can receive a DWI ticket in NJ if you were not driving. The first is if you allow an intoxicated person to drive«more»

By |August 25th, 2019|Categories: DUI|Comments Off on Can you get a DWI ticket in New Jersey if you Weren’t Driving?

New Jersey Auto Accident Injection Treatment and Pain Management

Pain management is usually a treatment that is referred by your doctor after you suffer an injury in a car accident. This type of medical treatment is usually recommended after conservative treatment with a chiropractor or physical therapist. If you are injured in an automobile crash, and conservative treatment does not resolve your symptoms, pain«more»

By |August 20th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents|Comments Off on New Jersey Auto Accident Injection Treatment and Pain Management

New Jersey Assault Injury Attorney

If you have been assaulted, and suffered an injury, you may want to hold the person who assaulted you accountable. However, there may be more than one person responsible for your injuries. If you were assaulted at a store, restaurant, bar or someone else’s property, that person property owner may also be responsible for your«more»

By |August 13th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Assault Injuries, Injuries|Comments Off on New Jersey Assault Injury Attorney

New Jersey Bicycle Accident Attorney

Every year, people are killed or injured in New Jersey bicycle accidents. Most bicycle fatalities arise from crashes with other automobiles. Still, bicycle accidents can happen anywhere and frequently occur in parks, paths, driveways, and even sidewalks. Head injuries are the leading cause of fatalities for bike accidents in New Jersey. Head and traumatic brain«more»

By |August 8th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Bicycle Accidents, Head Injuries, Injuries|Comments Off on New Jersey Bicycle Accident Attorney

New Jersey Car Accident Attorney

Every year nearly one and a half million people are killed in car crashes. This means there are more than 3,200 fatalities each day from car accidents. An average of 50 million people suffer injuries each year in car accidents. More than 50% of all car accident fatalities are adults between 15 and 44 years«more»

By |August 7th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents|Comments Off on New Jersey Car Accident Attorney

Opening Statements in Criminal Trials

After the jury is selected, the first time they get to hear from the attorneys is during opening statements. Every criminal trial kicks-off with opening statements. The prosecutor goes first and gets to make the first impression before the jury. The prosecutor explains the criminal charges against the defendant and why the defendant is guilty.«more»

By |August 2nd, 2019|Categories: Criminal Defense|Comments Off on Opening Statements in Criminal Trials

Getting Paid for a Slip and Fall at a Department or Grocery Store in New Jersey

When you shop at a department or grocery store, it is assumed that you will enter the store and search for the items you want to buy. Sometimes people may be distracted by the colorful advertisements or sidetracked by the unexpected bargains. What you do not expect is to slip and fall suffer an injury«more»

By |July 27th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Slip & Fall Accidents|Comments Off on Getting Paid for a Slip and Fall at a Department or Grocery Store in New Jersey

What to Do if You Slip, Fall or Trip in New Jersey

In New Jersey, a property owner is liable for the safety of everyone who is lawfully on their premises. This means that a landlord is required to keep his property in a reasonably safe condition. If a landlord or owner fails to maintain the property in a reasonably safe manner and you are injured as«more»

By |July 16th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Slip & Fall Accidents|Comments Off on What to Do if You Slip, Fall or Trip in New Jersey

What to do if you’re Injured as a Pedestrian in New Jersey

Claims for Pedestrian Accidents in NJ Pedestrian accidents accounted for almost 6,000 fatalities in the U.S. in 2016. This was the largest amount of pedestrian fatalities in over 15 years. This statistic translates into one pedestrian fatality every 90 minutes in traffic accidents according to the NHTSA. Here in New Jersey, there were 166 pedestrian«more»

By |July 12th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents|Comments Off on What to do if you’re Injured as a Pedestrian in New Jersey

Be Safe During Summer Fireworks in New Jersey

During July 4th and summer parties, many people enjoy cold adult beverages and turn to fireworks to celebrate. Whether relaxing by the pool, barbequing, or enjoying the warm sunshine, summer time celebrations often result in accidents, injuries, and dreaded trips to the emergency room. «more»

By |July 4th, 2019|Categories: Accident Injuries, Firm News, Injuries|Comments Off on Be Safe During Summer Fireworks in New Jersey