Authorities Expand Guidelines for Hate Crimes in New Jersey
Hate crimes target, threaten, or otherwise victimize a person or group of people based on the fact that they are perceived as different from others. Previously, these types of charges involved people of different races, religions, or ethnicities. However, authorities in New Jersey have recently moved to expand the guidelines…
Six Things That Can Make Criminal Penalties More Severe
Being charged with any type of crime in Middlesex County is a serious matter. Even an otherwise minor offense could result in serious penalties, and having an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney on side will make a big difference. We can investigate your case, review the evidence against you,…
Shorter Jail Sentences and Job Assistance “Next Step” In Criminal Justice Reform
New Jersey has been at the forefront recently in terms of criminal justice reform, seeking to loosen overly restrictive provisions that put people accused or convicted of any type of criminal activity at a distinct disadvantage. Activists insist current laws and practices target minorities and lower income populations, failing to…
Jordan Rickards Named to Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” List
Jordan B. Rickards has been selected to the 2019 Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” list, an award given to the top attorneys under the age of forty. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters,…
Six Important Issues to Discuss With a New Jersey Divorce Attorney Right Away
The breakup of a marriage is at the top of the list in terms of stressful life experiences. Between the tension in the home, the changes in how you and your spouse relate to one another, and the uncertainty about your life in the aftermath of divorce, there is a…
Stepparent Rights in New Jersey
Considering the number of single parents and divorces filed each year, blended families are increasingly common. The bond between a stepparent and a stepchild can be extremely close, and just as strong as one that exists between a child and a biological parent. Unfortunately, while the rights of parents in…
Seven Common Reasons for a Name Change
Your name is one of the first things other people learn about you. It may be their first impression, conveying any number of things about who you are. It is also something you yourself have to live with on a daily basis, so if your name is in any way…
Holding the Other Parent Accountable for Child Support
Parents have a duty and an obligation to provide for their children, even if they are not living with them in the same home. For couples who are going through a divorce or in cases in which the parents were never married, child support helps to ensure the child is…
The Possible Advantages in Filing for Divorce First
Deciding to end your marriage is a major decision. There are numerous factors to consider, such as the reactions of family and friends, financial matters, and your ability to support yourself, and the care of any children you have with your spouse. In some cases, you may be hesitating to…
Getting the Help You Need: Domestic Violence Treatment Options
When domestic violence occurs in a home, it can have long-ranging impacts on all family members. As an experienced New Jersey family law attorney, our top priority is protecting you from your abuser and taking the steps needed to ensure your physical safety. However, we also know that emotional recovery…
Can I be Charged With Possession of CBD Oil?
There is increasing new evidence in support of the benefits associated with cannabidiol, or CBD. A compound in the marijuana plant, it is credited for being useful in treating symptoms associated with a variety of potentially serious diseases, as well as for eliminating the pain and anxiety patients often experience.…
New Jersey Cracking Down on Homemade ‘Ghost Guns’
The right to own and carry a firearm is a hot topic in the U.S. today. Over the past year, a series of new laws have gone into effect which only serve to strengthen the already hard stance New Jersey takes when it comes to gun control. However, even as…
