Wayne Criminal Law Blog
What should you do after an automobile accident?
Automobile accidents fall under the category of issues that you are acutely aware of but never expect to happen to you. Nobody imagines that a car crash will interrupt their daily commute. Unfortunately, accidents are a common issue both in New Jersey and across the...
Times investigation uncovers flaws with alcohol breath tests
More than 1 million Americans are arrested for drunk driving each year after being subjected to a battery of tests that try to determine if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is above the legal limit of 0.08%. One of the first tests involves the use of a...
Engineers say yellow traffic lights should shine longer
Between green-for-go and red-means-stop, traffic lights pass through the under-appreciated yellow light. Motorists might assume the time these lights stay yellow is fixed by federal or New Jersey law, or by the laws of physics, or by societal norms. In fact, that...
Actions leading to domestic violence arrests in New Jersey
A domestic violence arrest often caps a mountain of personal challenges. It is not likely to improve things. People arrested on suspicion of this serious offense often decide they need help and start reaching out. The immediate legal questions can be a good place to...
How to address a friend’s abusive relationship
Abusive relationships can be complicated. When one suspects a friend is suffering from domestic violence at the hands of their significant other, it can be hard to know what actions one should take. It's not often their place to intervene in a friend's relationship,...
Why seniors are most at-risk for slip-and-fall accidents
Slip and falls can happen to people of any age group. However, it’s seniors that are most affected by falls. Things like medications and physical conditions can affect a person’s stability, increasing their risk for a fall. Research shows that falls send nearly...
New Jersey now to require ignition interlock devices
Facing a DUI conviction is an overwhelming and stressful experience, right from the moment of the traffic stop. Whether or not it is the first offense, you likely know the potential consequences that a DUI could have on your life. From paying harsh fines to...
What happens if I refuse a breath test?
It is the end of the week and you decide to go out to the bar with a couple of buddies after work. Your plan is to have a few drinks and drive home without an issue. Instead, you end up having a couple more drinks than you originally planned on and still decide to get...
What are the signs of emotional abuse?
Abuse within an intimate relationship doesn't always involve physical violence. In some cases, abuse may be relegated to emotional or psychological trauma. Despite the lack of physical violence, this trauma can be just as damaging, and just as difficult to break away...
How does opiate addiction affect loved ones?
You often hear about the impact of opiate addiction on those who are addicted. Loved ones of the person struggling with substance abuse also face a steep uphill battle. It's heart-wrenching watching a person you love lose themselves in opiates, which are highly...
