When a police officer pulls over a driver suspected of driving while intoxicated (DWI), the officer will test the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) through a breathalyzer. If the driver’s breathalyzer results show that their BAC is 0.08% or higher,...
Although selling a home can be a complicated process, people do so for good reasons, such as relocating for a job, wanting to live in a lower-cost-of-living area or moving to a better school district after having kids. For first-time sellers, however, it can be...
Buying a franchise might let you avoid many challenges of starting your own business from scratch. For instance, because franchises usually already have an established market, you will likely have less difficulty introducing your brand or choosing your initial...
Buying a house can be an exciting and fulfilling experience. However, there are times when this excitement can cloud your judgment, and you may overlook critical steps in the buying process. If you are planning to buy your dream home soon, it is important to be aware...
When you face a New Jersey drug charge, quite a lot hangs in the balance. Depending on the severity of the charge you are up against, you may wind up serving time in jail or prison, among other potential repercussions. However, if you meet certain eligibility terms,...
You do not have to be a rowdy, violent person to end up in a bar fight. Anyone can get caught up in a situation they did not want to get into. However, the legal consequences of a bar fight can be serious, especially when it comes to assault charges. The legal system...
The legalization of marijuana in various states has led to some confusion. Just because a state decriminalized the use of marijuana for recreational purposes does not make it a free-for-all. There are still rules that you must follow. Before you start using cannabis...
Franchise owners must provide potential franchisees with a franchise disclosure document. The Federal Trade Commission requires this exchange to help ensure the potential buyer understands what he or she is purchasing. The FDD provides a range of information about the...
Real estate disclosure forms and requirements are specific to each state and knowing what to disclose can prevent legal trouble. In New Jersey, the law requires sellers to promise the home is fit to live in rather than requiring sellers to complete a full disclosure...
Once technology advanced, the criminal justice system began relying heavily on DNA evidence in many cases to prove guilt. The idea was that if DNA proves it, then there is no way to argue otherwise. While DNA is very good evidence, it is not without its faults. It is...