The worst thing to do after enjoying a few drinks can be to get behind the wheel of a car. New Jersey’s drinking and driving laws, collectively known as driving while intoxicated (DWI), are set in place to keep accidents from happening and will lead to major penalties if charged. It is important to remember [...]

Ah, the open road and the exhilaration of speed; an uncommon feeling of freedom. You know the speed limit is 35, but 50 just feels so right, and aren’t those speed limits just vague suggestions anyway? Suddenly, coming out of a particularly exciting turn, you see it: a parked police cruiser. You slam on the [...]

It’s a frigid, cold morning when you realize you’re running late. You dash out to your car, coffee in hand, only to realize it’s covered in snow and ice. But time is short. You clear off some chunks from the front and rear windshields. That should be enough, right? Wrong. What happens if you hit [...]

As Independence Day approaches, you can bet police and state troopers are preparing for DUI arrests. Every holiday there seems to be a spike. You may think you’re fine after a couple drinks in, only to be pulled over and discover you’re actually over the legal limit. How can you avoid a DUI? Below you’ll [...]

If you’re looking for a New Jersey traffic violations attorney, chances are it’s not for just any offense. After all, the process for challenging your first speeding ticket or running a red light is pretty simple and straightforward. However, if you’re facing DUI charges, license suspension, or prosecution for a hit and run, you need [...]

“Innocent until proven guilty” is a foundational principle in our country’s legal system, and it holds even when you are stopped by police. After all, your rights are protected by BOTH the US Constitution AND the New Jersey State Constitution. Having a New Jersey police misconduct attorney with a thorough understanding of your rights by [...]

Leaving the scene of an accident is never in your best interest. This is most commonly referred to as a “hit and run,” and has serious consequences in New Jersey. A driver is required to stop and report any sort of motor vehicle accident that they are involved in, even if there were no injuries. [...]

Not being able to hop in the car and drive around is a very restricting feeling. Unfortunately, that’s the feeling you'll have if your license is suspended in New Jersey. Other forms of transportation aren’t always accessible or convenient. What happens if you have to run to the store, drive the kids to school, or [...]

No matter what state you live in, hit and run offenses are serious matters. But in New Jersey, such offenses can have severe consequences – for both parties. If you’ve been charged with a hit and run offense, you have to approach the case very carefully. A conviction could impact you for the rest of [...]