The overwhelming number of people who have brain damage in the U.S. are infants. In newborns, the cause of brain damage is sometimes a lack of oxygen. If your newborn suffered serious consequences from lack of oxygen soon after birth, was this issue due to medical...
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Having your FAFSA eligibility reinstated after a drug charge
As you work toward making amends for your drug crimes in New Jersey you may spend time thinking about your future. You may desire to return to school and continue your education so you can get a good job. Whether you were previously a recipient of federal student aid...
What happens if you fail to appear at your traffic hearing?
If the traffic ticket you recently received lists a court date, time and place, do not fail to appear at your scheduled hearing. FindLaw explains that if you do, not only will the judge likely issue a bench warrant for your arrest, he or he also likely will add a new...
How can doctors treat a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury or TBI occurs when there is a jolt or blunt force trauma that causes an injury to the brain. These injuries can range from mild to severe. If you suffer from a TBI, you may require several different treatment options or physical therapy,...
How you may get charged with a weapons offense
Some legal charges are more serious than others. If you find yourself facing a weapons charge, it may disrupt your life. A weapons charge may come at a time you least expect it. Thus, it helps to understand some examples of situations that may lead the prosecution...
What happens when you drive drowsy?
New Jersey drivers like you do what you can to keep yourself safe on the road. This means following traffic laws, driving in a clear state of mind and keeping an eye out for dangers. Unfortunately, no matter how well you protect yourself, you cannot predict the...
Outcome of a DWI with a child in the vehicle
The state takes driving while intoxicated charges very seriously, and if the court convicts a driver on a DWI charge, he or she can expect a harsh sentence. However, if at the time an officer stops a driver on suspicion of a DWI and there is a child in the vehicle, it...
How can you protect your child with a car seat?
When driving a motor vehicle, it is your responsibility to keep all of your passengers safe. This includes your child. If you need to drive your children, then you need to understand safety precautions. Here is what you need to know, according to New Jersey’s Office...
What to do after a slip and fall accident
A slip and fall injury can happen at a business, private home, store, sidewalk, school, public street and more locations. These accidents can leave victims with lasting, devastating injuries. If you or a loved one unfortunately sustained injuries in a slip and fall...
Penalties for drug crimes in New Jersey
New Jersey imposes serious penalties for drug possession and related crimes. These legal consequences vary depending on the type of drug and the amount. Before facing a court date, review the possible results of a New Jersey drug conviction. Drug paraphernalia...