A recent change in New Jersey Motor Vehicle Law has prompted me to write this article and advise the public of the potential pitfalls of talking on a cell phone or operating an electronic device while operating a motor vehicle within our state. The relevant statute, N.J.S.A. 39:4–97.3 has been amended by our Legislature to … Continued
Summer is typically the time for barbecues, get-togethers and parties. Around this time, a lot of my clients ask me whether or not they can be responsible for serving alcohol to their guests. The short answer in the State of New Jersey is “yes.” New Jersey has a “social host” liability statute (N.J.S.A. 2A: 15-5.6) … Continued
A lawsuit that I recently handled reminded me of the importance of informing my clients of how they can protect themselves against drivers who do not have any insurance or have very low policy limits. In New Jersey, as well as many other states, automobile insurance companies are obligated by statute to sell coverage called … Continued
If you or a family member are injured in an accident and do not have health insurance, you may be concerned as to who will ultimately be responsible for your medical bills. However, immediately after suffering the accident or injury, your main concern is getting the medical treatment that you need in order to prevent … Continued