In the United States, those accused of criminal behavior face prosecution on the municipal, state or federal level. Although New Jersey state courts can hand down serious sentences, most legal professionals consider federal crimes the most severe. Wire fraud is always...
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Shoplifting: How companies are pushing for harsher punishment
When you hear the term "shoplifting," you may think about taking a few pieces of gum from the store, but shoplifting also includes organized crime rings seeking to steal high-value items. Many of those caught will only face a misdemeanor. Businesses in New Jersey and...
Lewy body dementia and misdiagnosis
Misdiagnosis in New Jersey or another state occurs when the doctor fails to accurately diagnose a condition. Many diseases have similar symptoms, so doctors can make errors. Heart attack, lupus and strokes commonly get misdiagnosed, and doctors often miss Lewy body...
A basic overview of the legal process
If you are charged with a crime, it doesn't mean that you are guilty. However, you do have the right to plead guilty or no contest if you feel that it is in your best interest to do so. You'll likely want to know what you can expect to happen after being taken into...
Going through a divorce? What you need to know about protecting your business
According to statistics, one in two marriages will fail in New Jersey. Often the dissolution of a marriage is what is best for both individuals. However, the end of a marriage can also lead to further, more complicated problems. This is especially true if you own your...
Understanding an unreasonable search and seizure
The Fourth Amendment protects U.S. citizens from unreasonable seizures and searches. But it is not always clear what is reasonable or unreasonable when it comes to searches and seizures. New Jersey residents may have heard that the Supreme Court has an upcoming case...
Understanding suspicion of DUI
DUI stands for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. An officer in New Jersey can pull a driver over if they suspect that the driver is intoxicated. The officer may conduct a sobriety test to prove or remove their suspicion and make arrests if needed. The...
Consequences of fleeing law enforcement
The police in New Jersey have a broad range of powers when it comes to arrests. The laws commonly allow them to make an arrest based on the reasonable suspicion of a suspect committing a crime. Some people get scared when under suspicion, and they run from the law....
What to know about mortgage fraud
Ethical and criminal violations in some industries have impacted the economy negatively. Housing and financial sectors in New Jersey are especially affected by this. These sectors present big opportunities for con artists to take advantage of unsuspecting home buyers....
New Jersey man facing drug charges after traffic stop
According to news reports, a traffic stop in New Jersey near Schroon led to a man's arrest on multiple charges. The stop occurred on Route 9 on Sept. 12 during the afternoon. The stop Law enforcement officers reportedly stopped the 30-year-old Glenn Gardner man for...