Last year, we gave you some basic tips for controlling road rage. Again, we all know the feeling. Someone cuts us off on the highway, nearly hits us because of an illegal move, or recklessly tailgates us. How infuriating! For most of us, it’s nothing more than a short burst of frustration. Yet for some [...]

We’ve talked about tips to avoid a DUI before, as well as what to do about a DUI conviction. But what about breathalyzer laws in New Jersey? If you get pulled over and an officer wants you to take a breathalyzer test, what can you do? Can you say no? Will anything bad happen if [...]

Self-defense is defined as the "defense of one's person or interests, especially through the use of physical force, which is permitted in certain cases as an answer to a charge of violent crime." Have you ever been attacked by someone? Was self-defense your only option? The act of self-defense is a legitimate and acceptable behavior [...]

If you see a violation of laws or regulations in your workplace, you have the right to report it. However, many employees may not report unlawful behavior for fear of retaliation, such as losing their job. But that's where the The New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA) comes in. This state law protects whistleblowers [...]

Behavioral economist Daniel Kahneman has done extensive work on the factors that shape human decision making. In his most famous book, Thinking, Fast and Slow, he distinguishes between two systems in the brain. System 1 consists of fast, automatic, intuitive thinking. We use it to solve simple math problems or understand simple sentences. On the [...]

If you’re a New Jersey resident, or you’re considering moving there, crime statistics are relevant to you. After all, it’s important for us all to stay informed of which crimes are most prevalent in our communities. For New Jersey, the most reliable source of crime statistics is the annual Uniform Crime Report, a compilation of [...]

Do you remember that movie Catch Me If You Can? If you don’t think forgery or fraud comes with serious penalties, watch that movie. Law.com defines forgery as “the crime of creating a false document, altering a document, or writing a false signature for the illegal benefit of the person making the forgery.” Consequently, if [...]

You may not think of stealing and theft as a major crime if the person didn’t steal a ton of money. However, even crimes described as petty theft, like stealing a t-shirt, can leave you with permanent criminal charges. Thus, if you’ve been accused of theft, you need a competent theft attorney to defend your [...]

Last week, we covered New Jersey traffic offenses, both their fines and their points. But of course we couldn't cover all of them! This week, we're adding several more to the list. Furthermore, we'll give you some information about what you can do if you're facing a tough New Jersey traffic offense. First, we'll provide [...]