Maintaining roads and bridges is a demanding job. In the northeastern United States, temperature fluctuations, snow, salt, and damage from use of snow ploughs all add to normal wear and tear to roads. Construction zones are continuously being set up to repair and/or replace sections of roadways and/or bridges. Despite best efforts, sometimes it is […]
It is not easy to stay level-headed after an accident, especially when there are injuries and property damage. Some people may feel compelled to exit their vehicles and angrily confront the other drivers, but this can be counterproductive, as well as dangerous. The safer option is to call 911 right away, and to take a […]
It can be extremely difficult to remain calm after a collision, yet having a clear head can make dealing with the fallout much easier. Traumatic events like these can cause significant injuries and damages, and being able to follow certain steps will set the stage for a faster, easier recovery. Since it can be hard […]
On November 3, New Jersey citizens voted in support of legalizing regulated marijuana. Marijuana, also referred as cannabis, has been an ongoing subject of discussion throughout the country, especially during the election. Although this amendment to legalize regulated marijuana was passed, unregulated marijuana is still illegal and subject to criminalization. The marijuana referendum will be […]
Buying a home is a big step. Especially if it’s your first home, you probably have a billion and one questions about the houses you see, the neighborhoods you visit, and the process you’re experiencing. If you have a good real estate agent and experienced real estate attorney, they’ll be happy to answer your questions […]
Ah, summertime! A season of pool parties, beach trips, grilled burgers… and uprooting your entire life to move into a new home. If you’re like one of the millions of people who buy a new home in the United States each summer, this could be you right now! And while there is no objective “best […]
Facing a foreclosure can be a frightening and traumatic experience for those behind on their mortgages. To make matters worse, many homeowners don’t understand their mortgages and the terms, which means people often don’t know what to do. The first step in managing a foreclosure is to understand where you are in the process. Often […]
One of the common mistakes people make when selling a home is valuing it too high. It’s hard to be objective when you’re thinking about a place you’ve probably loved and enjoyed for years. There are memories in those walls, and you’re not just going to give that away. But if you set the resale […]
Whether you’re injured at work, in a slip-and-fall, through an interaction with a faulty product or some other way, the medical bills and losses can mount. You may be out of work for some time or even experience permanent loss of mobility and function that has far-reaching consequences. When that happens, whether it’s relatively minor […]
A majority of personal injury cases are settled before they go to trial, but if your case does go to trial, your attorney’s relationship with the judge can come to bear on the outcome. How well your attorney knows and understands the judge and his or her inclinations, preferences and approaches can have an impact […]
