Basking Ridge, New Jersey Legal Blog
Steps to take to avoid family problems during estate planning
Many New Jersey residents understand the importance of estate planning. They know the benefits of having their affairs in order in case something unexpected happens. But for those who are still undergoing the creation of an estate plan one thing they may want to keep...
Has your will grown stale?
It is an unfortunate fact that many in New Jersey who go to the trouble to write a will still leave their loved ones in confusion and turmoil. Often this happens because they fail to keep their wills updated, which means the documents contain instructions that no...
Understanding how a breathalyzer works
New Jersey police, like police in all other states, use a device to determine the amount of alcohol in a driver’s blood stream – blood alcohol content or BAC – so that they know whether to arrest the driver for driving under the influence of alcohol. The device most...
Additional charges involved in DUI arrest
It is often the case that an arrest for drunk driving involves additional charges. This may include moving violations, charges involving an accident or offenses related to the driver’s disorderly behavior. Because alcohol can cause some people to act in ways they...
Common partnership disputes can wreck your business
Whether your partnership started off great or you struggled from the beginning, you may have mixed emotions if you are facing a dispute that you feel can only reach a resolution through litigation. Business partnerships have a lot in common with marriages, and the...
Do I need a survey to buy residential real estate?
Buying a new home can be an exciting and joyful time. It is often a measure of success for individuals and a personal goal of many couples. However, purchasing residential real estate is undoubtedly one of the most expensive ventures those in New Jersey can undertake,...
What does a power of attorney do?
When a loved one designates a New Jersey relative or friend to be a financial power of attorney, the selected agent may have many questions about what that means. Basically, a power of attorney has the legal responsibility for acting on behalf of the principal if he...
Multiuse buildings popular in commercial real estate
In the older sections of New Jersey cities, it is common to see retail storefronts with studio apartments above them. One may also see restaurants that also offer space for offices in the upper floors. These mixed-use buildings often provide added security for the...
Accident leaves man facing multiple traffic violations
A traffic violation may not seem like much at the time. However, it can quickly create problems for a driver, including unaffordable insurance premiums and the potential for more severe penalties for future mistakes. As one recent incident shows, New Jersey traffic...
The long-term effects of a loved one’s brain injury
Once you had dealt with the shock of hearing that your loved one had suffered a traumatic brain injury, your next question was probably, “What now?” As critical as this question is for your future, there is no uniform answer for what you can expect following a brain...
