How Soon Can You Get Your Driving Privileges Reinstated? What Limitations Will You Have on Driving? One of the most challenging consequences of getting a DUI in New Jersey is the impact it will have on your ability to drive. When you can't get … [Read more...]
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What Is Required for a Valid Traffic Stop in New Jersey
When Can a Police Officer Pull You Over? Are Random Traffic Stops Allowed? You're out for the evening or running an errand and suddenly see red lights flashing in your rearview mirror. You're not aware of any law you were violating? What do law … [Read more...]
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Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Tests in New Jersey
What Is Their Purpose? Can You Legally Refuse to Take One? Can They Be Contested in Court? You've been stopped by law enforcement officers. As a routine part of the traffic stop, the officer inquires if you've been drinking. When you answer … [Read more...]
Field Sobriety Tests in New Jersey
What Is the Purpose of a Field Sobriety Test? What Tests Are Commonly Used? What Happens If You Refuse to Take a Field Sobriety Test? You've been pulled over by police…maybe you were speeding or maybe you forgot to use your turn signal. The officer … [Read more...]
Attorney Howard N. Sobel Successfully Appeals Lower Court Decision
Appellate Court Overturns Adverse Ruling Attorney Howard N. Sobel has successfully appealed a ruling in a case involving the discharge of a receiver by a lower court. On October 31, 2024, the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, issued … [Read more...]
Getting Your DUI/DWI Dismissed When the State Denies Discovery
Filing a Holup Motion When the State Drags Its Feet When you've been detained and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New Jersey, you can expect that your lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation … [Read more...]
New Jersey DUI/DWI Laws—An Overview
How Is DUI/DWI Defined? What Are the Potential Penalties? How Will an Arrest or Conviction Affect Your Ability to Drive? For many, it's the rare misjudgment—you stop to have a drink with a co-worker, or you make an appearance at a social gathering. … [Read more...]
Is an Oral Business Contract Enforceable in New Jersey
Can You Enter a Binding Agreement Without Putting It in Writing? Under the laws of New Jersey, there are five requirements for a binding and enforceable contract: An agreement by at least two parties—In legal terms, there must be an offer and … [Read more...]
