It may be an unfortunate day for you if a New Jersey criminal court rules that you are guilty of committing theft. If they do, it means they have enough reason to believe that you unlawfully took or exercised control over someone else's property, all while having the intent to…
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Especially in this economic climate, you may heavily rely on the earned income from your job and appreciate the financial stability it affords you. Unfortunately, though, your position at the company may not be as secure as you always assumed, and your employer may unexpectedly inform you that you have…
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In the state of New Jersey and across the United States, you must be at least 21 years old to purchase, possess, and consume alcoholic beverages. So, while driving while intoxicated (DWI) is already taken seriously by law enforcement, you may find yourself in an even worse situation if you…
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When all you want to do is perform well at your job, it is sad when you are continually distracted or hindered by acts of harassment. This is unacceptable behavior no matter what the circumstances or excuses for it may be, so you should not feel ashamed to report this…
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After being accused of committing a criminal offense, you may research its associated penalties ahead of your criminal trial proceedings. The one penalty that may stand out to you the most is the possibility of incarceration for months or even years. You should know that one of our lawyers will…
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Understandably, it may be difficult for you to give your best performance at work when you or one of your family members is experiencing medical concerns that are greatly preoccupying you. This is one of the many reasons why the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is in place; to…
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Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is deemed a criminal offense under New Jersey law and thereby requires you to defend yourself in criminal court proceedings. The last thing you may want is to receive a guilty verdict and have this on your permanent criminal record. So before it gets to this…
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You may know it to be standard protocol to sign an employment agreement when you initially accept a job offer at a New Jersey-based company. However, you may have never experienced your employer approaching you mid-employment to sign a new agreement with updated and revised provisions. Here, you may feel…
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A law enforcement officer may pull you over to the side of a New Jersey road due to your committing a traffic violation. But once they approach your vehicle, they may ask you to step outside so that they may conduct a drug search. Understandably, you may be confused if…
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You may have thought you were making great strides at your job. You may have even been getting stellar performance reviews and feedback in the past few years. So, you may be completely blindsided if you come into work one day and you are notified of your termination, effective immediately.…
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The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) calls on local law enforcement to crack down on cases of possession and/or distribution of Schedule I, II, III, IV, and V controlled substances. Nonetheless, since this is taken so seriously at the federal and state levels, if you ever find yourself in…
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You may let out a sigh of relief when you finally get your foot in the door and start at the new job position you were eagerly hoping to be accepted for. But after a couple of weeks on the job, you may be thrown slightly off guard if your…
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You may find yourself a victim of unlawful force from another person, which may be classified as force used without your consent, in such a way that it may be considered civilly wrong or a criminal offense. However, in a complete turn of events, you may find yourself as the…
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After committing countless years in your job industry, you may assume that your background and insights would be well respected. However, it is unfortunate that many older employees are subjected to the exact opposite treatment. That is, they may find themselves isolated, slowly but surely, while younger and less qualified…
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Money laundering is considered a form of organized crime since one of its key components involves making money from illegal activities and then disguising these funds as legal. Being accused of such activity might not bode well for you, as both federal and New Jersey state laws view it as…
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You may be categorized as an undocumented immigrant in the United States if your immigrant status is left unresolved. That is, you may have entered this country legally, but due to extenuating circumstances, you have now overstayed your welcome. So, you may no longer have a lawful presence nor permission…
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The simple definition of aggravated assault is when one person intentionally or recklessly causes bodily injury to another person. But there are many contributing factors to this criminal act, which the New Jersey criminal court may deeply dive into before reaching their verdict against you. With that being said, please…
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While you may feel blindsided upon getting the news that your employer is letting you go from your job position, they do not necessarily have to explain their decision. This is because New Jersey follows at-will employment, which means that they may terminate your employment at any time for any…
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Any criminal offense is considered to be a serious matter. But this may be especially true if you are accused of committing a federal crime. Yes, you may likely be worse off than if the matter was a state crime. With all that being said, read on to discover what…
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Especially in this economic climate, you may be struggling to make ends meet with your current wages. So you may feel all the more frustrated and cheated if you soon realize that your counterparts are making significantly greater earnings than you, for no apparent reason or explanation. You may find…
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You may view serving a probation sentence rather than a jail sentence as a sort of privilege. This is because, this alternative does not require that you sacrifice time away from society, especially from the people and things you appreciate the most. With this form of privilege comes a sense of…
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On January 22, 2025, just two days after being sworn into office, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order that essentially terminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) preferencing by federal contractors and subcontractors. Of note, this Order is part of the Trump Administration's efforts to prevent or minimize federal…
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In the initial moments following your auto accident, your flight or fight response may get activated. Meaning, your first instinct may very realistically be to drive away as soon and as quickly as possible. However, it is in your best interest to remain put at this time. Otherwise, you may…
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Unfortunately, the supervisor you work under may have acted discriminatory toward you, or you observed such behavior toward your coworker. In either event, you may submit a formal complaint with your employer or your company's Human Resources department to have this problem addressed appropriately. But now, you may notice that…
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A New Jersey law enforcement officer may pull you over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI). At this stop, they may ask you to submit to a breathalyzer test that measures your blood-alcohol content (BAC) level. As a typical rule of thumb, a BAC level of 0.08 percent or…
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You may feel abundantly grateful that your employer has agreed to give you the leave from work necessary to recover from your pregnancy and childbirth, all while taking the time necessary to care for and bond with your newborn baby. And so, you may then be completely blindsided if your…
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New Year's Eve is a popular night for people to have off from work, to go out to parties, and to consume alcohol or partake in drugs. This, unfortunately, has a direct correlation with the number of driving while intoxicated (DWI) incidents seen on New Jersey roads on the days…
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Simply put, federal and state laws prohibit employees 40 years old or older from being discriminated against in the workplace. This is to say that employers cannot and should not consider an applicant's or employee's age when making decisions that directly affect their status in the workplace. For further explanation,…
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Acts of shoplifting are reported to increase during the winter holiday season. This may be for many reasons: an increase in foot traffic in brick-and-mortar stores; the temptation of more high-priced items featured on display cases; and the overall pressure to obtain high-demand items at this time. Well, with this…
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Unfortunately, even though our society has collectively made progress in the right direction, mistreating others based on their race is still something that occurs at an unacceptable, alarming amount. According to the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), just in the fiscal year of 2022 alone, there were approximately…
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New Jersey law recognizes elder abuse as a single or repeated act, or the lack of a reasonable act, which causes physical, mental, emotional, or financial harm to an elderly individual. In turn, it defines domestic violence as a violent or aggressive act within the home. With knowing this, you…
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You spend at least one-third of your week at your workplace. So what you may dread the most is if you have to spend this time feeling isolated, or even worse, bullied, by your employer and coworkers. And yes, contrary to popular belief, it is possible to be made the…
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By definition, a hit-and-run is when a driver leaves the scene of an auto accident without providing assistance or sharing their identifying information with the other involved drivers. Or, if you fail to report the crash to law enforcement and give them time to respond to the scene. This act…
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Notably, recreational marijuana became legalized in the state of New Jersey starting on February 22, 2021. With this, some people find it a gray area as to whether they are allowed to partake in recreational marijuana given their current employment. That is, they may fear the consequences of a random…
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There are strict penalties for a first offense of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the state of New Jersey so that you may be deterred from making the same mistake again. But unfortunately, you may find yourself in a predicament where you are being accused of this offense for the…
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You may go above and beyond to exceed in your work-related duties and impress your boss with your achieved accomplishments. Oftentimes, this diligent effort may involve working beyond the standard 40 hours in a given workweek. And, in the end, you may wonder whether you will be compensated for these…
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After paying the consequences of your criminal act, you may want to put the whole thing behind you and get a fresh start. The first initiative you may take to get your life back and track and reassimilate back into society is looking for a source of employment. Unfortunately, this…
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In preparation for your upcoming job interview, you may have searched online for common questions employers ask and practiced your responses. The prospective employer will inevitably throw some curve balls your way and you will have to think on the fly. However, it is not okay if any of their…
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You must remember when a law enforcement officer pulls you over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI), they may record their interaction with you using their body-worn camera. This is to say that you must be overly cautious with any action you take and any statement you make. Specifically,…
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You may need to take the necessary time off of work to prioritize your health. You may have rightfully earned this time off through your paid sick leave. So this is why you may be taken aback when your employer asks for proof of your recent ailment via a doctor's…
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Otherwise known as a disorderly persons offense, a misdemeanor is taken quite seriously in the state of New Jersey. Though it may not compare to a felony offense, a misdemeanor's potential penalties are still something you may have to worry about. For one, the possibility of spending time away in…
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You may work hard during every work shift to earn your pay. So, without any reasonable exceptions, you should receive every cent of your promised earnings. With that being said, please continue reading to learn what you can do if your employer does not fairly pay you and how an…
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You may be seriously punished for your drug offense to prevent you from ever committing such an act again. So the New Jersey criminal court will not be happy when you have to defend yourself again for another, similar offense. Read on to discover whether prior convictions influence your current drug…
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You may have grown accustomed to, a budgeted accordingly for, a set paycheck each week, every other week, or what have you. But all your planning may be thrown drastically off course if your employer decides to cut back your earnings. Understandably, this may be a stressful and confusing situation…
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You may have gotten pulled over by a law enforcement officer for a broken taillight, expired tags, or any other traffic violation (i.e., driving above the speed limit, failing to use a turn signal, making an illegal U-turn, etc). However, a law enforcement officer pulling you over for what was…
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You may do your best to foster a healthy work-life balance. But you may feel pressured into working extra hours whenever your boss asks you to. Even worse, you may be unsure if passing on this request would threaten your job security or lead to other consequences. Read on to discover…
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You were granted a New Jersey driver's license in the first place because you were entrusted to navigate the state's roads safely. So when you violate this trust and are caught behind the wheel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, this authorization may be temporarily stripped from you.…
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You may feel completely blindsided after your employer informs you that you are terminated from your current job position. You may be all the more confused if your employer is unable or unwilling to back this up with a valid explanation. A situation like this may hint that you have…
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It may be a scary feeling when a law enforcement officer pulls you over or shows up in front of your home to search your property or person for drugs. Though easier said than done, you must remain calm during this time. This is because any accidentally incriminating move can…
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As an employee contributing to the United States workforce, you must understand the federal and state employment laws set to protect you. One of the most notable laws that may, more likely than not, apply to you is the Fair Labor Standards Act by the United States Department of Labor's…
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You may not want nothing more than to put your driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge behind you and resume your life as normal. However, you may be unable to stop this from following you around. This is because this offense may remain on your record even after you serve jail…
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Sadly, you may have recently been made the victim of a catastrophic accident or otherwise received a medical diagnosis that now has you living with a serious disability. You may want nothing more than to return to work and continue making a living for yourself and your dependent family, but…
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Being pulled over and arrested on suspicion of drinking while under the influence (DWI) is no joke. You may be almost certain that the New Jersey criminal court will find you guilty. But what you may be uncertain about is the extent of criminal consequences the court may inflict on…
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Independent contractors make up a considerable part of the New Jersey workforce. Specifically, these are people, businesses, or corporations that provide products and services to others through a written contract or verbal agreement. This is to say that they do not work for an employer in the same as one…
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New Jersey enforces what is known as an implied consent law. With this, you give implied consent to any breathalyzer or chemical test requested by a law enforcement officer who pulls you over on public record. So, you must submit to this test even if you do not believe you…
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You may have heard the term "on call" used frequently within your place of work. Well, this essentially means that you may be expected to be available at any time during your work shift to carry out certain work duties. More often than not, this expectation comes with short notice…
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If you were put on parole, this means that you are likely a criminal offender who was incarcerated but was released before your court-ordered expiration date. That is, you may now be serving the rest of your sentence while living in the community. Read on to discover what happens if you…
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You may have heard the advice to leave your personal life at the door when you enter the workplace. But certain things may be a part of who you are, which makes it almost impossible to ignore or hide while at work. This is when a reasonable accommodation from your…
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By New Jersey law, stalking is defined as purposeful conduct that may make a reasonable person fear bodily injury or death to themselves or a family member. Further, such purposeful conduct may be viewed as knowingly, recklessly, and negligently placing that person in such fear. Now that you know what…
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New Jersey is an at-will employment state. This means that absent of an employment contract with a specific term, your employer may have the right to fire you at any time without even needing any reason. However, this is not to say that your firing couldn't have been a case…
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Under New Jersey statute, homicide may be classified as a crime like murder or manslaughter. That alone may just tell you how seriously you may be penalized with a homicide charge. This is why, from the jump, you must take any accusation against you seriously and do everything possible to…
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is an independent agency of the United States government that enforces civil antitrust law and promotes consumer protection. Namely, its authority extends to federal employment laws for for-profit businesses. With this, its most recent ruling pertains to the increasingly prevalent phenomenon of non-compete agreements initiated…
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Say that you are found to be using a credit card to wrongfully obtain money, goods, services, or anything valuable. Well sadly, this may mean that you may be accused of credit card fraud. With this, you must understand that even the slightest wrongful action may be considered a serious…
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By accepting a role as an unpaid intern at a company, you may feel less like an employee and more like a volunteer. With this, you may assume that you do not receive the same federal and state protections as a full-time employee at the company does. However, you must…
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If you get involved in a car accident or get pulled over by a law enforcement officer, one of the first questions you may be asked is if you may produce proof of your driver's license, car registration, and car insurance. You may not do yourself any justice if you…
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Murder and manslaughter are both considered types of homicide under New Jersey's criminal statutes. Though you may assume that these terms can be used interchangeably, they harbor key differences. Namely, they carry different degrees of criminal consequences. Read on to discover the difference between murder and manslaughter and how one of…
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You should not have to feel ashamed of a medical condition that you carry with you into the workplace. In fact, federal statutes such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) shield you from having to experience any of these unwanted feelings.…
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Even though they have their differences, simple assault and aggravated assault are both considered crimes in the state of New Jersey and thereby taken very seriously. Read on to discover the different penalties for simple assault and aggravated assault and how one of the experienced New Jersey & Pennsylvania criminal defense…
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If you work in the state of New Jersey, your employer must promote company policies that apply to every employee, regardless of race, color, or otherwise. At the same time, such policies must promote a work environment that is free of any race-based discrimination or otherwise any harmful behavior against…
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Being found guilty of driving while intoxicated (DWI) may come with harsh consequences; whether it be jail time, fines, or a suspended driver's license, to name a few. These consequences may be arguably viewed as temporary. However, your DWI conviction may permanently stay on your driving record with the New…
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At one point or another, just about everyone experiences a significant life event that makes it difficult to attend or perform in the workplace to their fullest capacity. So depending on the specifics, you should not have to use your allotted paid time off or sick days to handle your…
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To learn from your mistakes, you may be willing to pay the full extent of consequences for driving while intoxicated (DWI). Namely, such consequences may entail getting your driver's license temporarily suspended. Evidently, this may affect your ability to commute to work, fulfill domestic services for your family, and more.…
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You may consider your marital status (i.e., single, married, separated, divorced, or widowed) to be a personal matter that has no effect on your job performance and thereby has no place to be a relevant topic of discussion in your workplace. However, it is an unfortunate truth that your employer…
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When all you do is love and care for your minor child, it is heartbreaking to receive notice that your former spouse is throwing accusations of child abuse your way. Unfortunately, child abuse is commonly, falsely alleged during divorce proceedings, in one spouse's attempt to gain sole physical and legal…
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You may have been tirelessly and undoubtedly committed to your work in the months, and even years, leading up to your promotion eligibility. This is why it may be nothing less than devastating when you are passed on a promotion that is given to another worker, who you may subjectively…
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Recently, Senate Bill S1890 and Assembly Bill A2138 were passed by both houses of New Jersey Legislature and signed by Governor Phil Murphy. Essentially, these bills establish new licensing requirements for NJ home improvement contractors. Follow along to find out more about this new contractor licensing requirement and how one…
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You may have already heard this before, but the way you portray yourself on social media is important, for many reasons. For one, you want to be positively perceived by prospective employers and your current employer alike. In other words, you do not want to give them any opportunity to…
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Of note, federal statute holds that cocaine is a Schedule II drug, which is a type of drug that has a high potential for abuse with some accepted yet restricted medical uses. This means that the state of New Jersey does not hesitate to punish those who are found in…
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Federal and state laws prohibit racial discrimination with hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Yet, unfortunately, such instances of discriminatory actions are commonly seen and reported throughout workplaces in the state of New Jersey. If you have fallen victim to this, to any…
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Your driving behavior may not exhibit any signs that you are potentially under the influence of drugs or alcohol. However, you still may be required to stop at a sobriety checkpoint. Follow along to find out whether sobriety checkpoints are legal and how a proficient Gloucester County DWI lawyer at…
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One of the most notable federal employment laws is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Essentially, this act establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards throughout the country. You must understand how these standards apply to you, along with how to handle a situation in which these…
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If you are charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI), the prosecution must prove that you were operating a vehicle at a time when your driving capacity was impaired by an illegal amount of drugs or alcohol in your system. In turn, as the defendant, your job is to refute this…
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Your internship with an employer may only be a temporary, short-term opportunity. But this does not mean that you should put up with discriminatory or otherwise unjust actions against you. Rather, you must understand that federal and state employment laws may protect you just as much as they may protect…
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You may wish to hold an honest job to earn an honest living for yourself and your family. So you may grow uneasy as you begin to realize that your employer has other unethical or unlawful intentions. However, you should not fear your job security being threatened for having spoken…
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You must understand that the team of prosecutors in your criminal court case is going to do everything in its power to prove your guilt. This means that the prosecution may go as far as presenting your social media content as pieces of evidence. Read on to discover how social media…
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You may enjoy your job, and therefore not mind when your employer asks you to work extra hours. However, before agreeing to this, you must ensure that your job position allows you to do so. In addition, you must ensure that you are being fairly compensated for it. Continue reading to…
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Upon being pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI), a law enforcement officer may have you submit to a breathalyzer test. This test is used to measure your blood-alcohol content (BAC) level, as there is a legal limit enforced in the state of New Jersey. Being found over…
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First things first: it is unacceptable to be treated any differently by your employer simply because you work remotely. This is mainly because the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) enforces the same employment laws for on-site workers and remote workers alike. This applies even though these laws have yet…
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You may understand the possible repercussions for being caught driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the state of New Jersey. However, if your stop and arrest occurred out-of-state, you may be unsure what jurisdiction this falls under; therefore, you may be unsure what potential penalties lay ahead of you. Continue reading to…
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You may already know that your sexual identity by no means affects your job performance. So it is nothing less than devastating when an employer removes you from the workplace upon learning that you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Continue reading to learn your protections as an LGBTQ+…
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The New Jersey criminal court hopes that you learn your lesson after your first offense of driving while intoxicated (DWI). So if you are found guilty of subsequent offenses, the court may penalize you more severely. Follow along to find out how a previous DWI conviction may influence your current case…
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If you are, more often than not, working more than 40 hours per work week, you may begin to question why you are not receiving additional pay benefits. Follow along to find out how your employer might attempt to deny you overtime pay and how a proficient Gloucester County wage…
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When it comes to your criminal proceedings, you may feel as though you are up against many of these accusations. However, prosecutors must work tirelessly to prove that these accusations are founded on fact, thanks to the "beyond a reasonable doubt" statute. Follow along to find out the meaning behind this…
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When searching through job postings, you may feel as though you are underqualified for many of them. But the reality may be that you are experiencing age-based discrimination. That is, an employer may be using subliminal language that insinuates their age requirement for their open position. Follow along to find out…
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If you are ever accused of a crime, you may be overwhelmed with the possible penalties that may follow you. However, it is important that you remain calm and do not automatically admit guilt. Continue reading to learn if you should ever plead guilty to a crime and how one…
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It is difficult to remain productive in the workplace when you are distressed over its hostile culture. Continue reading to learn how to address the issues with your workplace and how an experienced hostile work environment lawyer in Glouster County NJ, at The Vigilante Law Firm, P.C., can guide you through…
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Many New Jersey laws have been enforced to curb the rate of organized criminal activity that occurs within the state's borders. Such criminal activity may be otherwise known as racketeering. Continue reading to learn the potential penalties of racketeering and how one of the experienced New Jersey & Pennsylvania criminal…
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You should not be made to feel uncomfortable at your place of work in any way, especially given that you spend a lot of your time there. So it is completely unacceptable to be sexually harassed by a coworker or supervisor when you are just trying to do your job…
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If you have been accused of committing a crime in the state of New Jersey, you may be up against extensive jail time, hefty fines, and a permanent criminal record, among other things. These are terrible prospects, especially if you believe that you are innocent. Though, it may be difficult…
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