Municipal Offense: Driving Without Insurance in New Jersey
Municipal Offense: Driving Without Insurance in New Jersey Some of the harshest penalties levied by the New Jersey municipal courts are those related to driving without insurance. State law requires all drivers to carry adequate car insurance. The law even dictates the minimum amount of coverage. Drivers must have $15,000…
Tips for Avoiding a DUI During the Holidays
Tips for Avoiding a DUI During the Holidays With the festive holiday season comes celebrations. Many of these involve alcohol, and it should come as no surprise that the number of DUI arrests increases at this time of year. Here are a few tips for enjoying festive, but DUI free…
What Constitutes Premises Liability in New Jersey?
What Constitutes Premises Liability in New Jersey? Whenever an individual enters someone else’s property they should be able to reasonably assume that it’s safe to do so. That is, a property owner or resident has a responsibility to take reasonable care of the property and to ensure that people who visit will…
DWI Arrests Can’t Be Expunged
DWI Arrests Can’t Be Expunged Expungement is a means for opening doors of opportunity. Unfortunately, not all crimes are eligible, and motor vehicle offenses are never eligible. As such, a DWI arrest cannot be expunged. Most people understand why a violent crime cannot be expunged, even if it doesn’t seem…
Not All Crimes Are Eligible for Expungement in New Jersey
If you were ever arrested and/or convicted of a criminal offense in the State of New Jersey, it may be possible to have that record expunged. If successful, an expungement would erase your record from any mention of that arrest and/or conviction. However, not every offense is eligible for expungement.…
The Juvenile Justice System and the Need for a Competent Juvenile Lawyer
The Juvenile Justice System and the Need for a Competent Lawyer Few things are as frightening to a parent as learning that a beloved child is in trouble with the law. A criminal record may follow a child into adulthood, making the selection of a qualified juvenile defense attorney particularly…
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“Mr. Rickards did a great job, is very professional, and was superb, in significantly reducing my large traffic violations! He is on my very high to recommend list to anyone needing representation in court, and he is a very nice guy! A VERY THANKFUL CLIENT!!!!” SINCERELY, BRETT BERGENFELD …
Client Review 1 Rickards
“Mr. Rickards was excellent. I gave him a difficult task, basically asking him to throw a no hitter. He then proceeded to pitch a perfect game. All the while he seemed very genuine. He always called back when he said he would, and had an extra second to answer any…
What Is a Premises Liability Claim?
A New Jersey personal injury attorney encounters a variety of cases, and one of the most common are premises liability claims. This cause of action arises when someone is injured while on someone else’s property. A great diversity of injuries may be encompassed by premises liability law. For instance, someone…
How Do You Know When You Need a Will?
People have many questions when it comes to wills. Unfortunately, people tend not to ask these questions until they are far along in life or are dealing with a potentially life-threatening illness. Perhaps this is because people think that wills are only for the wealthy. Nothing could be further from…
Don’t Face DUI Charges Alone
Don’t Face DUI Charges Alone Often when you get an ordinary traffic ticket, you aren’t required to appear in court. You can simply pay the fine and move on with life. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, however, the stakes are higher, and you’ll certainly have to appear in…
Personal Injury Lawyers Helping Car Accident Victims
Auto accidents are an all too common occurrence. Frequently, a collision results in injuries that can keep you from working or enjoying the pastimes you love. If you’ve been injured in a car crash and you believe that the other driver is at fault, there are steps you can take…
