New Jersey has some of the nation's strictest firearms laws and ownership comes with several legal requirements. For gun owners or those looking to acquire a license, it is important to understand the legal procedures and restrictions that are in place. Here is what...
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What does a personal guarantee mean in a franchise deal?
Buying a franchise through an LLC or corporation may feel like a way to separate company finances from your own. A personal guarantee waives that liability protection by making you responsible for certain business debts if the business cannot pay. Before signing a New...
What should you know about your Miranda rights?
Being interrogated by police officers can be a stressful situation, but it requires you to make a very important decision, even though you’re stressed. This decision is whether you are going to invoke your Miranda rights or not. The Miranda rights are a set of rights...
Can you contact someone if a restraining order is in place?
If you have filed for a restraining order, you may wonder whether you can still contact the person you named in this document. The answer is usually no. A restraining order is a court order, not a private agreement between two people. Even if you started the case, the...
Prescription medication can lead to impaired driving charges
Most impaired driving charges are handed out because the police find someone who is impaired by alcohol. This is why breath tests are often used in DWI cases. A breath test can measure someone’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to see if they are at or over the legal...
The importance of a survey when buying commercial property
Investors and business leaders seeking to acquire commercial real estate may bypass a survey, especially if their lenders do not require one. A survey validates the boundaries of a parcel, which can help resolve disputes between neighbors or validate appropriate...
A driver’s BAC goes down very slowly
The only thing that can lower a person’s blood alcohol concentration is time. Drinking water or coffee does not help. Taking a shower could wake you up, but it does not actually sober you up. Your BAC just drops over time after you stop drinking. The important thing...
How title defects affect your home purchase in New Jersey
The strategic location and diverse climate of New Jersey make it a sought-after spot for first-time homebuyers. If you are one of those people, this life milestone requires careful consideration throughout the whole process. One such aspect is the title of the...
What are the penalties for NJ criminal mischief?
Intentionally damaging another person's property in New Jersey can result in serious criminal mischief charges. This offense goes beyond simple vandalism, covering acts from spraying graffiti to breaking a window. The legal consequences are not uniform; they depend on...
How to structure your business before buying a franchise
It is easy to focus on the excitement of buying a franchise, but the structure behind the business can carry more long-term impact than the brand itself. Before you sign any agreement, you need to decide how your business will be set up and what that means for your...




