If you've been served with an Order to Show Cause in NJ do you have a right to a trial by Jury?

You do not have a right to a trial by jury in every single possible case. Juries are there to determine disputes of fact. Judges determine...

Anyone can file a lawsuit, so yes, you COULD be sued. There is no one at the courthouse weeding out bogus cases that come in for filing. The...

It really depends. Whatever court you file in needs to have jurisdiction over the defendant and over the matter in controversy. If you want to...

I agree with my colleague, but I do want to add that the court will REQUIRE your son to have an attorney. Juveniles cannot represent themselves...

Is it consider neglect when a partent doesn't send a child to school?

You are really asking 2 questions here. First, there is a requirement in NJ that parents send their children to school or have a proper home...

Have a valid NJ license & got a NY ticket reduced to unlicensed driver-carries $300 surcharge. Can I appeal the surcharge?

The NJ DMV can impose penalties (surcharges, periods of suspension, etc.) anytime that the records show that a NJ driver violated NJ law or...

Owner Beware...A Case Question: Would you recommend Attorney review of a building contract that contained the following paras?

I would recommend attorney review of ANY building contract. Why would you decide to negotiate and sign a contract without having a trained...

Do i have chance of pribation or having the case dismissed?

You should contact a local criminal defense attorney immediately. If you plead guilty to the charges, you will have a criminal records for at...

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:21-5, a person is guilty if they write a check after they closed the account or if they knew that the account had...

This is my 2nd time facing DV charges with my wife (3rd degree). how bad is the problem this time?

I can say one thing for certain: You will definitely want to retain an attorney. You could be facing significant penalties, including jail...