Author Archives: Thomas Roughneen
Credibility In A Criminal Case
If you’ve recently been arrested and charged with a crime, you must understand the most crucial ingredients for success in your criminal case. A qualified criminal defense attorney is vital for the success of your criminal case. So if you are facing criminal charges and haven’t yet hired a criminal defense attorney, it is… Read More »
How The Police Get Criminal Suspects To Talk
It is a scary experience to get picked up and questioned by the police. Most people know that they should not talk to the police in the absence of an attorney, but a large number of people also believe that talking to the police is the best option. Some people even believe they can… Read More »
5 Common Myths About Slip And Fall Cases That Keep Accident Victims From Pursuing Compensation
Statistics indicate that over one million people visit the emergency room annually due to slip and fall accidents in the United States. Slip and fall accidents happen for a variety of reasons and in a variety of circumstances. One of the reasons why slip and fall accidents happen is negligence. Some property owners do… Read More »
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Two Single Family Homes For Sale – Point Pleasant Borough OPEN HOUSE Saturday & Sunday, May 6-7, 2023! Click Here for full Details on both Properties!! 619 S. Manetta Drive Point Pleasant, NJ 08742 Offering at: $450,000 3 bedroom/1 bath 1416 sqft Lot size: 6,000 sqft Year built: 1954 827 Rosewood Avenue Point Pleasant,… Read More »
Do New Jersey Courts Favor Mothers Over Fathers?
One of the most contentious issues during a divorce is child custody. If you and your child’s other parent are getting a divorce, the issue of child custody is likely causing tension between the two of you. As the father, you are likely feeling anxious and worried because you have heard that New Jersey… Read More »
5 Mistakes That Can Destroy Your New Jersey Slip And Fall Case
When a slip-and-fall accident happens, serious injuries can be sustained. Fortunately, you may be entitled to compensation if you suffered severe injuries in a slip and fall accident due to a property owner’s negligence. However, to increase your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve for your slip and fall accident, you need to… Read More »
Dangers Of A Do-It-Yourself Divorce
While you can complete various projects without expert help, thanks to the internet, some things can have serious repercussions if you try to do them without professional help. An example is handling your legal matters alone. Specifically, trying a do-it-yourself (DIY) divorce is often not wise. Indeed, because of how much it can cost… Read More »
Why Every Criminal Defense Attorney Wants You To Remain Silent
Many people seek legal help after they have spoken with law enforcement. Often, a person will talk with law enforcement with the hopes that doing so will help his or her case. The truth is that rarely does talking with law enforcement help. Remember, the work of the police and prosecutors is to investigate… Read More »
How Long Does It Take To Settle A New Jersey Pedestrian Accident Claim?
A pedestrian accident happens when a pedestrian gets struck by a car. Pedestrian accidents happen for a variety of accidents, but often, these accidents happen because of driver negligence. Unfortunately, a pedestrian accident can result in extensive damages and losses. However, the good news is that if you suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident… Read More »
VA Compensation Offset For Drilling Reservists
Veterans Administration (VA) Offset for drill pay for National Guard and Reserve drilling members If you are having problems with this issue and could use the assistance of a Human Resources, experienced military paralegal or former Judge Advocate lawyers, reach out to us. Here is a lawyer’s hypothetical as posed to me: Vet filed… Read More »