Internet sellers could come under investigation. Customers may claim they advertised and sold reproductions as authentic brands. Under the New Jersey Trademark Counterfeiting Act, officials may investigate allegations of sellers advertising or displaying a counterfeit...

Advocacy And Guidance
Year: 2021
How police coercion can lead to wrongful convictions
Not all defendants on trial for committing a crime are guilty. Yet in certain circumstances, innocent people are found guilty for a crime they did not commit. Unlawful and unethical police coercion is just one contributing factor to this injustice. It is important for...
What are the legal consequences of switching price tags?
With the prices of most consumer goods continuing to climb, it can be hard for many New Jersey residents to buy food, clothing and other essential items. Still, because retail theft is a serious criminal offense in the Garden State, you probably want to think twice...
Can you refuse a breath test?
When a police officer suspects that a driver may be driving while intoxicated, they will likely administer field sobriety tests along with a breath test. While you can refuse to submit to a breath test, there will be consequences. What is a breath test? A breath test...
What is stalking?
Anytime any other person makes you feel uneasy or does something that would intimidate you, it could be illegal. One situation where such actions might occur that are against the law is stalking. According to the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives,...
Examining New Jersey’s self-defense laws
Stories detailing cases of assault in New Jersey may often include claims from the accused stating that they only acted in self-defense. People might meet such claims with skepticism, only to later discover themselves that there indeed are scenarios where a person...
What do you know about DUI penalties?
After getting your first DUI, you have a lot of concerns to address. For instance, how far back does a drunk driving charge set you financially? MoneyGeek breaks down various drunk driving costs. Understand how your financial health changes after your encounter with...
Shoplifting surge hits retailers hard and shoplifters harder
When you stop by a drug store, you expect to find the necessities for everyday life. Toothpaste, medicine, toilet paper – the items you need for functioning. Unfortunately, many shoppers are having a hard time coming by these and other items. A wave of shoplifting has...
Beware of DWI and DUI around the holiday season
The fall and winter holiday season is approaching fast. While the holidays are a time to celebrate and relax with loved ones, they also bring danger for drivers and passengers. Holidays in the United States have a much higher rate of drunk driving than other days...
Protecting yourself from assault charges
If you are like most New Jersey residents, you consider yourself a law-abiding citizen. When a situation arises that results in assault charges, you may not know what to do. Understanding the exact charges is essential for mounting an effective defense. While the law...






