WHAT DOES NEW DWI STATUTE MEAN TO YOU?

A new driving while intoxicated (DWI) statute went into effect in the State of New Jersey on December 1, 2019. The purposes of the changes to the prior statute are mainly focused on enforcing compliance in preventing convicted drivers from repeatedly driving under the influence and, further, to allow convicted drivers to maintain some semblance of normalcy in their lives.

CONTRACT ISSUES RELATED TO CORONAVIRUS / COVID 19

As you can imagine, we are all dealing with unprecedented times during the Coronavirus/COVID 19 crisis.  These range from mandatory government shutdowns, restrictions or limitations and other economic market pressures caused by same.  Contract law is no different with respect … Continued

DO YOU HAVE UMBRELLA COVERAGE?

DO YOU HAVE UMBRELLA COVERAGE? Over the past several weeks, I have had two unfortunate situations that have arose in my practice that have prompted me to write this article concerning something called “umbrella coverage.” Despite its name, this type … Continued

CONTRACT PITFALLS

As everyone should know, it is not wise to sign a legal contract without first contacting and consulting with an attorney. On almost a daily basis, we are faced with a request to sign legally binding contracts in a myriad … Continued

STAY OFF YOUR CELL PHONES!

A recent change in New Jersey Motor Vehicle Law has prompted me to write this article and advise the public of the potential pitfalls of talking on a cell phone or operating an electronic device while operating a motor vehicle … Continued

A SAFE TRAFFIC STOP

As a result of social media, the news and police “reality” shows, we have all seen a routine traffic stop by a police officer escalate to a point where either the officer or an individual is fatally injured. In order … Continued