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 [...]

Based on movies and TV shows, many people often think of criminal defense lawyers as the sneaky character in the courtroom who shouldn’t be trusted. But you shouldn’t believe everything you see in the movies. On the contrary, legal counsel for defendants play many very important roles in the justice system and protect citizens from [...]

Everyone knows that they have “rights,” but do you know exactly what those rights are or where they come from? The United States Constitution provides each citizen with protections against improper governmental action, including police misconduct and wrongful convictions. For a defendant facing criminal charges, it is important that you know what your constitutional rights [...]

There are many reasons why a person might want to represent himself in court when facing criminal charges. But this is not a wise idea. A New Jersey criminal defense trial attorney has the required skill and experience to successfully defend clients in court, no matter what the charges are. It’s always a smart choice [...]

During a criminal trial, both the prosecution and the defense offer evidence to support their arguments. But just because certain evidence may be accurate or truthful does not always mean it’s admissible in court. If your Trenton criminal defense attorney believes that the State should not be permitted to admit certain evidence, he can file [...]

Are you involved in legal proceedings and feel confused by the whole process? Criminal procedure is not the simplest of processes to go through. If you’ve never had prior experience with the legal system and find yourself needing representation, contact a Trenton criminal trial lawyer as soon as possible. One of the first events scheduled [...]

A big mistake many defendants make is waiting too long before they secure proper legal representation. All too often, they believe they are saving money by waiting until the last moment, or they think they are able to represent themselves. This only serves to harm their case. The best way to help yourself or your [...]

For someone who’s never been through the legal system before, the first encounter can be an overwhelming and confusing experience. Don’t attempt to represent yourself or navigate the legal world alone – it is always best to hire a New Jersey criminal defense trial attorney as soon as possible. As an experienced defender of the [...]

Robbery is a very serious criminal offense in New Jersey. If you’ve been charged with this crime, it is extremely important that you speak with and hire a Trenton criminal defense trial lawyer as soon as possible in order to protect your rights from the very beginning. Mark Catanzaro has experience in many different areas [...]