On paper, the process of dividing assets in divorce does not seem too complicated. You and your spouse make lists of the assets you own, and then the court either approves your ideas for how to divide them or tells you what to do if you and your spouse can’t agree. ...
If you refuse to submit to a breath test after being stopped for suspected drunk driving or are facing a DUI/DWI charge in New Jersey, you may need an ignition interlock device (IID) installed on your vehicle to be able to legally drive. If you’re using an IID, it’s...
Thinking of impaired driving might bring up thoughts of a driver who’s had too many drinks. While that’s a common source of impairment, there’s also the possibility of other substances causing the problem. Illegal and prescription drugs or over-the-counter...
When you break the law while driving, you could get pulled over by the police. The citation that results will be an expensive frustration, as it could cost you several hundred dollars. Many drivers are quick to pay a fine after their traffic stop because they just...
The potential of being arrested is a daunting prospect for most of us. It may be tempting do anything to get out of the situation. However, resisting a lawful arrest can have serious legal consequences. As a result, the key components of what constitutes “resisting...
Do you think it’s too early to talk about the holidays and gift-giving? Think again. Wal-Mart has already started its holiday layaway program for the year, and it won’t be much longer before all the Christmas goodies start showing up in stores. This means it’s time to...
Before officers in New Jersey can arrest you for DWI, they must first determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC), typically with a breathalyzer test. If you register 0.08% or higher on this test, the police will probably arrest you. In these scenarios,...
You’re walking around the store, looking for a few small items you need, when you see a pair of sunglasses that you like. To try them on, you slip the other items in your pocket for a second and pick up the glasses. When you do it, a security guard at the store comes...
New Jersey is a no-fault insurance state. What does that mean? It means that your own auto insurance provider is responsible for paying for damages from your car crash regardless of who was at fault. Even if the other driver was obviously at fault for the collision,...
There is a general rule that the human body can metabolize one drink's worth of alcohol every hour. In theory, if you pace yourself during an evening out with friends or at a party, you can avoid severe intoxication while still enjoying refreshments with everyone...