There are numerous steps to selling a home, and it is important for sellers to navigate these steps effectively. There are numerous real estate mistakes that can occur during transactions between buyers and sellers, which can negatively impact the end result. The more...
New Jersey Legal Blog
Can a car accident cause you to suffer a panic attack?
Even if you manage to keep your anxiety under control, you may not be able to avoid panic attacks forever. After all, according to the Cleveland Clinic, roughly 11% of Americans have panic attacks every single year. These attacks are often unpleasant and can even...
SCIs resulting from epidural blocks
Hospitals administer epidural blocks to help reduce pain during contractions and labor. This involves a needle injection to the spinal column to numb a patient from the waist down. Many people giving birth opt for them during the hardest parts of pregnancy. This...
Is your newborn baby’s injury a result of medical negligence?
Medical negligence in childbirth occurs when nurses or doctors do not perform their jobs as required. While not all injuries result from medical negligence, parents should know what situations may justify a closer look. Skull fractures Hasty or inattentive doctors and...
When can you evict a tenant as a property owner?
As a landlord, you benefit from having your rental units inhabited by tenants. As such, you do not want to have to remove a resident. Sometimes, however, tenants’ behaviors or actions may so risk your property and business interests, you must take action. Although you...
Can a slip-and-fall accident trigger an asthma flare-up?
If you have had an asthma diagnosis for more than a couple of years, you undoubtedly know what triggers you need to avoid. Indeed, staying away from smoke, fragrances, dust and other irritants is an effective way to keep breathing freely. Even if you steer clear of...
Good Samaritans could face criminal charges in hot car dog rescues
Every year, hundreds of pets left in hot cars in the United States die. While New Jersey law makes it illegal to leave a pet locked in a hot vehicle, it does not provide immunity to people who cause property damage while attempting to rescue a pet. What are the...
Is a quiet title action necessary for you to obtain a mortgage?
Perhaps you have finally found the perfect home to buy, but is the title on the property free and clear? If there is some ownership ambiguity, your attorney may need to file a quiet title action with the court so you can obtain title insurance and a mortgage....
Key steps to take when buying a franchise
A franchise is a possible choice if you want to start a new business. A franchised business comes with many benefits. If you own a franchise, you also must pay specific fees and comply with other obligations to stay in good standing. Before buying a franchise, you...
Commonly abused drugs and how to recognize them
Penalties for possession of illicit drugs are typically steep. However, they can vary based on the type of drug and how potent it is. Different drugs may have attributes in common. The New Jersey State Police identifies drugs commonly abused in the state and explains...