A car in motion moves at a certain speed in a particular direction; the people and objects inside also move at that same speed and direction. Once an outside force changes the speed and direction of the car, the intensity of the energy transfer determines how severely...
Ocean Township Legal Blog
Are SUVs and trucks dangerous for toddlers?
Common sense dictates that a large vehicle can cause more catastrophic damage in a collision. You might expect that from massive commercial trucks but not normal-sized SUVs and pickups. These vehicles come with certain risks — such as blind zones — that pose threats...
Divorce is different when you do not control the family finances
In most marriages, you have one spouse who is in charge of most of the financial information. If you are not the one who works with money, you might be at a disadvantage when it comes to dividing assets. Asset division is an important aspect of most divorces. However,...
New Jersey residents demand redesign of dangerous freeway
Nearly 1,000 accidents have happened on Freeway Drive in East Orange and Orange New Jersey in the past four years. Residents are blaming poor design for the freeway's dangerous history. East Orange City officials and residents want the county and state to take action...
Valuation helps determine the fate of a business during divorce
There are three basic options to consider when the disposition of a family business becomes the focal point in a divorce. You will need a business valuation for two of the three, but you can avoid the expense of this requirement if you decide on the third option....
A car crash, a concussion and consequences you may not anticipate
A concussion is one of three types of traumatic brain injury and although it is the mildest form of TBI, a concussion can produce serious consequences. What causes a concussion, what are the symptoms and what consequences might a victim experience over time? About a...
What should you tell a doctor about your car accident?
Even though automotive safety has improved by leaps and bounds in the last few decades, car accidents continue to injure an alarming number of Americans every year. In fact, according to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, more than 4 million...
Who is liable for a slip and fall accident?
A slip-and-fall accident can happen anywhere and under a variety of circumstances. When the consequences are devastating injuries, and the cause is negligence, tort law allows the victims an avenue to recover compensation and hold the property owner responsible. The...
How can I spot a drunk driver on the roads?
Drunk drivers are a menace on American roads. They take many lives each year, including their own. Understanding how to spot a drunk driver is of paramount importance so that you can protect your own safety, and that of others on the road as well as the safety of the...
How might a divorce financial advisor help you amid divorce?
When you or your spouse initiates a divorce in New Jersey, the two of you are going to have to figure out what belongs to who, what debts you must pay and how you might get by financially in the absence of your partner. More and more, individuals navigating divorces...