THE NEW JERSEY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT
The New Jersey Domestic Violence Act is intended to provide a robust framework for protecting victims and holding perpetrators accountable, ensuring that victims have access to the necessary resources and legal protections to escape abusive situations and prevent...
YOUR SOUTH JERSEY LAWYER
Whatever your legal needs, whether it is criminal, personal injury, workers compensation, or other legal issue, our role at Mark C. Dewland, P.C. extends far beyond mere representation. Our legal expertise and strategic thinking, along with our 38 years of courtroom...
LAWSUIT CLAIMS AMAZON’S SPEEDY DELIVERIES CAUSED INJURIES
A lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for thr District of New Jersey on March 7, 2024, claiming a Jersey City car crash was caused by delivery quotas for Amazon drivers. Acording to the lawsuit filed in the case of HARRISON v. AMAZON.COM INC., 2:24-cv-01892,...
Understanding PIP coverage
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is a type of auto insurance coverage that is required in New Jersey, as well as in some other states. PIP coverage is designed to provide medical benefits and other related expenses coverage to you and your passengers if you're injured...
Expungement
In New Jersey, criminal expungement is a legal process through which a person can have their criminal record erased or sealed. This means that certain past criminal offenses are removed from public access and are generally treated as if they never occurred. The...
UM/UIM-The most important coverage on your auto policy?
In New Jersey, UM/UIM coverage stands for Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage. This type of insurance is designed to protect you if you're involved in an accident with a driver who either doesn't have insurance (uninsured) or doesn't have enough insurance to...
Statute of Limitations
How long you have to file a lawsuit depends on the type of case involved. In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit typically varies depending on the nature of the injury and the circumstances surrounding the case. However, in most...
Bad Faith under N.J. law
In New Jersey, like in many other states, there are regulations and laws in place to protect consumers from bad faith practices by insurers. Policyholders and litigants who believe they have been treated unfairly by their insurance company have the right to seek legal...
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages are a type of compensation that can be awarded in civil cases. Punitive damages are designed to punish the defendant for their particularly egregious conduct and to deter similar conduct in the future. Punitive damages are only awarded in cases where...
Benefits under New Jersey Workers Compensation law.
If you are injured on the job you are entitled to coverage for all necessary and reasonable medical treatment related to the work injury or illness, including doctor visits, hospital stays, surgeries, prescription medications, physical therapy, and medical equipment....
The Dangers of Distracted Driving
When a driver is distracted, their attention is diverted away from the road, traffic signals, and other vehicles. Whether you are on your cell phone or eating behind the wheel, your ability to react quickly to changing road conditions or unexpected events is...
What to do at the scene of an accident:
Safety should always be your top priority at the scene of an accident. Remaining calm and following these steps can help ensure a smoother resolution to the situation. Here's what you should do: - Ensure Safety: If it's safe to do so, move your vehicle to the side of...
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