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Aviation law is the branch of law that concerns flight, air travel, and associated legal and business concerns. Some of its area of concern overlaps that of admiralty law and, in many cases, aviation law is considered a matter of international law due to the nature of air travel.

When an infant suffers a birth injury, the child’s parents may be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit against the doctor or medical professional(s) who delivered the baby. To have a valid claim, negligence must have led directly to the birth injury.

A brain injury – also known as traumatic brain injury, brain damage, head trauma, or concussion – can be catastrophic.  Often, they take an immense physical, psychological, and financial toll on victims and their families.

Burn injuries are painful and can leave long-lasting physical and psychological scars. Whether it is a chemical burn from an unsafe product, a burn caused by a hazard on poorly kept property, or an accidental burn at a bonfire or gathering

Business litigation law involves disputes arising out of business and commercial related transactions of a non-criminal nature. Business litigation includes the following types of issues, for example: breach of contract, fraud, noncompete.

Unfortunately, even the safest drivers can become injury victims when a reckless, intoxicated, or distracted driver crosses their paths. You may have been injured because of another’s negligent actions, you are likely facing steep medical bills, a loss of income, a damaged vehicle, and pain and suffering

A class action lawsuit is a lawsuit in which a group of people with the same or similar injuries caused by the same product or action file suit against the defendant as a group. Other names for class action lawsuits include “mass tort litigation” or “multi-district litigation” (MDL).

Workers at construction, demolition and renovation sites have a hazardous occupation in which they are exposed to many potential dangers that can cause injuries.

General commercial litigation involves virtually every type of dispute that can arise in the business context, including breach of contract cases, partnership/joint venture disputes, class actions, business torts, civil RICO claims, breach of fiduciary duty allegations, and shareholder issues.

Commercial real estate law includes: Commercial loans, purchase and sales agreements; Lease agreements, eviction law; Property rights; etc.

Corporate law is the body of laws, rules, regulations and practices that govern the formation and operation of corporations. Corporate lawyers structure transactions, draft documents, negotiate deals, for businesses.

Criminal defense lawyers deal with the issues surrounding an arrest, a criminal investigation, criminal charges, sentencing, appeals, and post-trial issues

You need a debt collection defense attorney if a creditor is suing you for non-payment of debt or a debt collector is engaging in illegal tactics to get you to pay up.

New Jersey is one of a handful of states that take dog attacks very seriously. New Jersey does not allow dogs “one free bite” and thus holds dog owners strictly liable for the bites of their animal, unless the animal was provoked.  

Entertainment law, also referred to as media law is legal services provided to the entertainment industry. These services in entertainment law overlap with intellectual property law. Intellectual property has many moving parts that include trademarks, copyright, and the “Right of Publicity”

E-Commerce law is more important than ever. As the Internet continues to grow, businesses are finding more success online than they would as a brick and mortar business. With this success comes legal responsibility as well as opportunities for others to sabotage your e-commerce business. This is why it is essential for online entrepreneurs involved in or seeking to be involved in the e-commerce industry to understand the legalities that surround it.  

Energy law is an ever-changing, dynamic blend of economics, transnational and litigation law, domestic and international policy, regulation, technology, telecommunications, and more. From appealing agency orders to working with foreign governments, energy lawyers can do a bit of it all.

We are dedicated to helping our clients navigate the overwhelming financial considerations and emotional burdens often associated with divorce, including alimony, child custody, child support, property division, mediation, arbitration, trials, domestic violence, same-sex marriage, grandparent visitation and appeals. 

Even the most careful person in the world can potentially become the victim of a fire. Fires can start due to no fault of your own and another person’s carelessness can leave you with severe burns, long-lasting pain, scarring, other health problems, and/or psychological trauma. You could also be facing long hospital stays, multiple doctor visits, or lost wages.

We represent Visitors: The ESTA, the B2 and the B1 visas, students: The F1 and M1 options, relatives: The various options for sponsoring a relative for a Green Card or K1 visa, Workers: The H2b, The H1, and the work-related Green Card, Multinational Companies/Investors: The EB5, L, and E Visas, and Extraordinary Ability Petitions for Green Cards: EB1A  We also work on waivers and deportation issues as well, DACA, Advance Paroles, and Asylum cases. . 

After something goes wrong – you are involved in an accident or someone breaks into your storage unit and steals everything – you might have a difficult time determining whether the insurance policy that you have covers that claim or loss. Under those circumstances, you might want to consult with a lawyer who knows insurance law in order to understand what rights you may or may not have under your policy or if a insurance company acts in bad faith.

Labor and employment law deals with a broad area of law that governs the rights and duties between employers and workers. Many of the governing laws are designed to keep workers safe and ensure they are treated fairly, although laws also protect employers’ interests.

Recreational, or adult-use, cannabis will become legal for adults 21 and older on January 1, 2021, after voters approved on November 3, 2020. Medical marijuana is legal for registered patients with qualifying conditions. The new legislation doesn’t specify what amount of cannabis is legal. Unless and until it does, possession of 50 grams of cannabis or less is punishable by six months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.

Special laws apply to accidents that happen on or near the water. These laws are substantially different from the personal injury and workers’ compensation laws that apply to land-based accidents. If you hope to get fair compensation for a maritime injury, it is critical that you choose an attorney who truly understands maritime law.

Medical malpractice law governs the liability of doctors and other treatment providers when they cause harm to a patient by rendering their services in a negligent manner. All states have their own laws and procedures to handle these specialized personal injury cases.

Mesothelioma is a rare cancer, caused by asbestos, that affects the tissue that lines the inside of your chest and abdomen, the space around your heart, and most organs.

Nursing home neglect is a tragic but all-too-common issue in the United States. According to the National Center for Victims of Crime, 15.3% of elder abuse complaints in nursing homes are for neglect. Many nursing homes treat residents with dignity and respect, but others fail to meet a basic standard of care.

We represent those that are injured in nightclubs or represent nightclub owners in this special type of law.

Premises liability is a legal concept that typically comes into play in persona injury cases where the injury was caused by some type of unsafe or defective condition on someone’s property.

The Probate process is required by the state of NJ whenever someone dies. It is the government’s way of making sure the assets of the deceased pass properly to their decedents. And of course to insure that any taxes or lien’s owed to the state or other parties are fully paid. Nobody gets out of the probate process.

Our New Jersey real estate attorneys represent both buyers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate, as well as third-parties such as lenders, title companies and insurers. Our attorneys are highly experienced in negotiating the transaction, protecting our clients’ rights, and closing the deal..

We bring skills, knowledge and collective experience to the table when providing legal services for clients in the restaurant/hospitality industry. We practice in areas of the law that apply to the unique needs of individual restaurateurs and franchisers, early-stage restaurant companies, restaurant chains, packaged food companies, licensors, hoteliers, food manufacturers and wholesaler

Asset protection is a set of legal techniques and a body of statutory and common law dealing with protecting assets of individuals and business entities from civil money judgments. The goal of asset protection planning is to insulate assets from claims of creditors without perjury or tax evasion.

It is the policy of the United States that activities in space should be devoted to peaceful purposes for the benefit of all mankind. Space law is based upon a series of international treaties, agreements, and UN resolutions governing the use and exploration of outer space.

A trademark offers legal protection for a logo, symbol, phrase, word, name, or design used to show the manufacturer of a product. Trade dress protects all elements used to promote a specific service or product. Examples of trade dress include packaging and the atmosphere or décor within a place of business

If you are convicted of a moving violation – whether it is an in-state or out-of-state ticket – the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) will add points to your driving record. This is a permanent record. It can never be expunged. However, in some cases, you can get points deducted. If you collect enough points, your driver’s license may be suspended

Every time you ride as a Lyft passenger, you’re at risk of getting hurt in an accident. There are a lot of similarities between a Lyft accident and any other one where you’re a passenger. The at-fault party is responsible for paying for your injuries. The question is whether the responsible party is the driver or the rideshare company.

Disability compensation benefits are available to veterans who suffer from a disease or injury that was caused or worsened by their military service. You should apply as soon as possible, but even if it is many years since you were on active duty, you are still eligible for benefits.

A whistleblower is a person, usually an employee, who exposes information or activity within a private, public, or government organization that is deemed illegal, illicit, unsafe, or a waste, fraud, or abuse of taxpayer funds

A will covers any property that is only in your name when you die. It does not cover property held in joint tenancy or in a trust.  On the other hand, a trust can be used to plan for disability or to provide savings on taxes. Your attorney can tell you how best to use a will and a trust in your estate plan.

“Wrongful Death”? New Jersey defines a “wrongful death” as a death “caused by a wrongful act, neglect or default of another.” The conditions that caused the death must be such that, if the deceased person had lived, he or she would have been able to bring a personal injury claim to court.