Creating an individual estate plan is an important step for any New Jersey resident. Even individuals who do not believe their financial or familial situation warrants an estate plan can take control of their end-of-life decisions. Their goals and objectives can often...
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Not fighting a DWI charge can be an expensive mistake
It is safe to say that the best way to avoid a DWI conviction is to avoid drinking if you will be driving and don't drive if you have been drinking. However, you probably know that your best plans to follow this advice may not always work out. Nevertheless,...
What injuries can victims suffer in motor vehicle accidents?
Motor vehicle accidents happen every day and, often, New Jersey residents suffer injuries as a result. These injuries can range from minor aches and pains to significant traumas and life-threatening harm. While this post offers readers no medical or legal advice,...
A variance may help a land owner use their property effectively
Zoning is an important legal system of classifying land into specific and permissible uses. In communities throughout New Jersey, individuals may live in residential zones, work in commercial zones, and drive past agricultural or manufacturing zones. In some cases,...
Don’t leave your estate plan at just a will
Though having a will can act as the cornerstone of any estate plan, it is important that you remember that numerous other planning tools could help you create a comprehensive plan. Your end-of-life wishes do not have to only revolve around how your assets are...
Bicycle safety is important from top to bottom
New Jersey residents of all ages love getting out on their bicycles. Children may squeal as they zip past their parents in a residential area, and older people may enjoy a sensible bike ride for exercise or when trying to reach a nearby destination. Whatever enjoyment...
What is a wrongful death?
The death of a loved one is always a difficult event for their surviving relatives. When old age claims a beloved leader in a family, their descendants may mourn them but remember the full life they lived. When a young person passes away from an illness, their loved...
Protecting individuals’ rights in the criminal justice system
New Jersey residents may end up in court for a variety of reasons. If they are sued for causing an injury to another person or choose to sue someone for a breached contract, their legal dispute will be heard in a civil court. If, however, they are alleged to have...
Are misconceptions about POAs causing you to hesitate?
One of the most important elements of a complete estate plan is a power of attorney. With this document, you grant authority to a trusted individual to handle your financial and legal matters if you should become incapacitated or unable to manage them on your own. A...
Reasons to keep an estate out of probate
Many people understand the legal system as a method to protect their rights and punish wrongdoers. However, the legal system has many other functions to help individuals accomplish everyday tasks and to serve their everyday needs. For example, not all New Jersey...