DUI (driving under the influence) Law
Definition of DUI DUI may be defined as: “The act or crime of driving while affected by alcohol or drugs.” In many parts of the world including the US, this is a serious crime and is liable to prosecution by the state as a criminal offense (punishable with incarceration and…
Criminal Law
Definition Criminal law has been universally defined in the following terms: “Criminal law or penal law is the body of law that relates to crime. It regulates social conduct and proscribes whatever is threatening, harmful, or otherwise endangering to the property, health, safety, and moral welfare of people. It includes the punishment of people who violate…
Your Rights When Pulled Over for a Suspected DUI
When you see red and blue flashing lights behind you, the thought “Oh no! What do I do?” probably pops into your head. Of course you know to slow down and pull over. But once the officer is there, questions of law arise and you might not be sure of…
Will and Power of Attorney
Will A will or ‘testament’ (as it colloquially referred to sometimes) is a binding legal document in most countries in the world today. It is usually though a document referred to as ‘last Will and Testament’ (duly witnessed by at least two adult individuals of sound mind) by which an individual desires his/her…
Common Causes of Car Accidents
Auto accidents happen every day and most are caused by driver error. For one reason or another, people take their eyes of the road or stop paying close attention. In those few seconds, two cars can collide leading to injuries or the death of the drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. If…
Marijuana Charges in New Jersey
A few states within the U.S. have legalized marijuana for recreational use, but the majority of states continue to heavily regulate the drug, legalizing its use for specific medical reasons only. New Jersey is one of the states that only allows marijuana for certain medical uses. Otherwise, growing, possessing, and…
Rickards Earns Perfect 10 Rating From Avvo.com
Attorney Jordan B. Rickards has earned a perfect 10.0 “superb” rating from Avvo.com. The leading attorney website, which provides ratings for 97 percent of all attorneys in the United States, uses a mathematical model to calculate rating based on, among other factors, public data (state bar associations, regulatory agencies, and court…
Obtaining a Restraining Order in New Jersey
If you have been a victim of domestic violence or stalking, you are not alone. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, an average 20 people every minute are physically abused by an intimate partner. The most recent domestic violence offense report by the New Jersey State Police showed…
Rickards Appointed Adjunct Professor of History at Middlesex County College
Jordan B. Rickards has been offered and has accepted an adjunct professorship at Middlesex County College. Starting in the 2016 fall semester, Rickards will be teaching History of the Twentieth Century. Rickards, a self-described history enthusiast, was a history major at Liberty University, from which he graduated magna cum laude…
Jordan B. Rickards appointed as Ethics Board Attorney of the Township of Old Bridge
The Township of Old Bridge Ethical Standards Board voted to appoint Jordan B. Rickards to become the new Board Attorney at their April 13, 2016 meeting. The Ethics Board consists of six members, appointed by the Township Council, tasked with investigating and ruling on allegations of violations of the Township…
New Client Review: Professional, Smart, and Kind
“Professional, smart, kind. I can’t speak more highly of Mr. Rickards and feel confident that he will be able to sift through the legalese that confused me in order to establish a fair outcome.”– Stacy, April 7, 2016
How Courts Determine Child Custody in New Jersey
Custody of minor children is often a contested issue. It can be difficult for parents to put aside their feelings and remain objective about the best situation for the kids. Whether child custody issues arose due to your divorce, or you and the other parent were never married, it usually…
