If a New Jersey police officer has reason to believe that you are driving while under the influence of a controlled substance, your vehicle may be stopped. During a traffic stop, that officer will look for any signs that you are operating a motor vehicle while...
The police and bias
All professionals make mistakes, but when a police officer commits an error, the consequences could take someone's freedom away. A person frightened after an arrest on false charges could make an equally false confession, leading to jail time. Or, a civil lawsuit for...
How does the US immigration system work?
US immigration law has opportunities for family members, workers with valuable skills and refugees to move here. You can reside in New Jersey or any other state of your choosing, although you'll want to check the job market and living expenses of various places to...
How to prepare your children for divorce
Getting a divorce is something that can have a lasting effect on yourself and your children, so you want to be sure you are doing everything possible to help them through this change in their lives. There are many negative consequences that can come with divorce can...
Military members have a fast track to citizenship
Every year, thousands of resident aliens who have served in the United States military become U.S. citizens. If you are a military member living in New Jersey, you and your family may have a fast track to becoming American citizens thanks to your military service....
Penalties for a DWI chemical test refusal
State laws give police officers in New Jersey the right to test drivers if they suspect that the motorist is drunk driving. Police officers often administer chemical testing, which includes breath, urine, and blood tests. If the driver refuses chemicals testing, they...
A guide to family immigration in New Jersey
Do you have family living in a different country, and you are looking for a way to bring them over to live with you in New Jersey? If so, then here's what you need to know about family immigration to the United States. What is family immigration? Family immigration is...