THE BENCH WARRANT-80% OF SUCCESS IS SHOWING UP

If you have been charged with a crime or a traffic offense and do not show up for your scheduled court date a bench warrant is often issued. More often than not the court hearing involves something that could have been easily taken care of. This means the police or...

PUNITIVE DAMAGES-A STEEP PRICE TO PAY FOR BAD BEHAVIOR

In a recent trial we received a verdict that was five times (5x) the actual damages suffered by our client. We were very careful to plead punitive damages in our initial complaint. Punitive damages in New Jersey are a type of compensation awarded in civil cases that...

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...

Negotiating a Settlement

When you find yourself facing the aftermath of an accident or injury, dealing with insurance companies can be an arduous and overwhelming task. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts and protect the interests of their company, often offering settlements...

Distracted Driving-Recklessness

Mark C. Dewland P.C. There is little doubt in anyone’s mind that distracted driving is becoming more and more prevalent. Far too many auto accidents show no evidence of braking, no skid marks or a sudden stop in traffic—all strong indicators of texting, talking on a...

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