In a word, NO. Taking a field sobriety test is not in your best interests. Why? Because you stand a good chance of failing it, even when you have no alcohol in your system. Besides, as Alcohol Problems and Solutions points out, these tests are strictly voluntary,...
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What does a capnocytophaga infection look like?
After suffering from a dog bite, many victims forget to focus on one serious possibility: infection. Victims understandably focus on other issues, such as the possibility of scarring and the potential mental and emotional trauma. But infection causes many more...
What could lead to a default on an operating agreement?
Owning a franchise means carefully abiding by the franchise agreement. If you or the other party defaults, it can lead to legal issues and the ending of the agreement. You should follow the agreement exactly to avoid breaches, but sometimes breaches happen. The...
How faulty is eyewitness identification?
Being wrongfully charged with a crime may feel difficult enough, but it becomes much worse when an eyewitness identifies you as the suspect. According to the Innocence Project, about 69% of all wrongful convictions overturned by DNA evidence occurred because of a...
‘Inattentional blindness’ may prevent accurate cancer diagnosis
From minor oversights to major mistakes, millions of Americans receive a misdiagnosis each year. Whether underestimating the importance of key symptoms or failing to follow through with appropriate diagnostic tests, when a health care professional makes a judgment...
Reviewing statistics on large truck accident injuries
On the road, you need to remain vigilant and understand the risks you face. Unfortunately, many accidents involving large trucks take place, and due to the sheer size of these vehicles (as well as the increased difficulty in bringing a large truck to a stop), the...
How contingencies and disclosures work when buying a home
There are a lot of moving parts involved in purchasing a New Jersey home, and many people who have been through the process attest that things often change on a dime. As you navigate the process of purchasing a home, contingencies and disclosures may come into play....
What is intraventricular hemorrhage?
When you hear that your child has an intraventricular hemorrhage or IVH, it can be challenging to process. This refers to bleeding in and around the brain’s ventricles. Kids Health explains that babies born under three pounds, premature and after a difficult delivery...
Is DUI entrapment real?
One of the defenses potentially available to the defendant in a criminal case before a New Jersey court is entrapment. Simply put, entrapment occurs when law enforcement causes a person to commit a crime that they would have done otherwise. This includes tricking or...
An overview of Senate Bill 3124
In the beginning months of each new year, the governor often signs bills into law or previously signed bills go into effect. One such recent bill is Senate Bill 3124. According to NJ Spotlight News, this bill helps renters, giving them more time to pay overdue rent...
