I have guided many clients through the PTI application process as a New Jersey defense attorney. PTI can be a great opportunity for individuals charged with criminal offenses to avoid conviction. In some cases it can be relatively straightforward to get into PTI. However, in many other situations with particular charges or circumstances there can be many obstacles to PTI admission.…

The question of can police search your car without your consent in NJ is a common one I receive. After all, most drug and gun possession charges occur following a motor vehicle stop and car search by the police. I have litigated this issue countless times both as a prosecutor and defense attorney. If you are facing drug possession or gun charges after your car…

If you’ve been arrested for sexual assault in New Jersey, then you likely have a lot of questions. From understanding the criminal process to questioning what type of penalties you could face, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. Learn everything you need to know about sexual assault charges in New Jersey below. What You Need to Know About Sexual Assault Charges…

Medical marijuana has taken the world by storm. It’s become so ubiquitous in some New Jersey citizen’s lives that dispensaries are currently being considered “critical” businesses that must remain open throughout the Covid-19 global crisis. Despite this distinction, it may come as a shock that it’s still illegal in our state to get caught possessing marijuana and other drugs. Don’t…

NJ cell phone tickets carry surprisingly harsh penalties. I have taken to trial hundreds of cell phone and other traffic tickets in New Jersey as a municipal court prosecutor. While these cases can be tough, there are ways to get a NJ cell phone ticket dismissed. I draw on this experience when assisting private clients in defending against cell phone violations as…

If you have been attacked by a pit bull in NJ, you may have a good lawsuit on your hands. This can compensate you for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. While the amount of damages will vary depending on the facts of your case, liability is usually easy to establish. You have a short time to file…

As a NJ defense attorney, I have defended hundred of shoplifting cases. As a former prosecutor I also have experience on the other side of the courtroom. I have also assisted many nurses and other medical professionals charged with shoplifting in NJ. The first question most ask is “can you your nursing license for shoplifting in NJ?” How Does New…

Were you or a loved one were exposed to COVID19 “coronavirus,” through the negligence of business, employer, nursing or rehab facility? If so, you may choose to file a lawsuit once you are healthy and the dust settles. There are strict time limits to filing such personal injury claims. So contact an experienced attorney right away. The first question is…

Most credentialed professions have their own industry-specific code of ethics that their members adhere to. Doctors, lawyers, and accountants all follow their own individual system of ethics meant to protect the demographics that they work with. There is no profession, outside of the medical profession perhaps, with a more strict set of professional standards than the field of education. Teachers…

Have you been charged with shoplifting in New Jersey? There are a few things that you should know about Nj shoplifting arrests and the law. Knowledge of the law can be the deciding factor when it comes to your case. Especially understanding the powers that a loss prevention or store security associate has. I am a defense attorney and former…