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A criminal record can affect many parts of your life. It can make it harder to get a job, rent a home or apply for college. In New Jersey, the law allows some people to clear their criminal records through a process called expungement. What is expungement?...
Defamation can harm your business’s reputation, which affects your sales, partnerships, and growth. To protect your brand’s integrity and trustworthiness, you need to take steps to prevent defamatory statements. Here are some ways to defend your business. Understand...
If you're considering bankruptcy, you may be wondering how it will affect your student loans. The simple answer is that student loans are generally not dischargeable in bankruptcy. However, there are exceptions, and it's important to understand what this means for...
Joint tenancy is a common form of co-ownership in New Jersey that allows two or more individuals to hold equal interests in a property. It comes with a significant legal feature called the right of survivorship. But when does this ownership arrangement serve you...
Spot zoning refers to a zoning practice where a small area of land is zoned differently from the surrounding properties. In New Jersey, this can happen when a specific parcel receives a zoning classification that contrasts with the broader zoning scheme of the...
Self-defense can serve as a valid legal defense in New Jersey if the circumstances meet specific criteria. If you need to protect yourself from harm, you may have the right to use force. However, this right has limits, and the law imposes strict guidelines. What...
Intellectual property (IP) is a valuable asset for any business. Whether you’re a startup or an established company, protecting your intellectual property is key to maintaining a competitive edge. Businesses face potential lawsuits if they fail to handle their...
When individuals or businesses face overwhelming debt, bankruptcy can offer a way to regain financial stability. However, bankruptcy laws for businesses and individuals differ significantly in their procedures and outcomes. Bankruptcy options for individuals For...
Parenting is all about planning. From preschool to college, you carefully orchestrate your children's lives. Estate planning is a natural extension of that care, and choosing the right trustee—perhaps a professional—is a key element in securing their financial future....
In most cases, a real estate deal is not over until all paperwork is signed, funds are transferred and you hand over the keys to the buyer. Until then, buyers can legally back out of the contract—but sometimes not without consequences. As a seller, you invest a lot...
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