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A rider on an electric bike on a Northern New Jersey street

New NJ E-Bike Law Takes Effect July 19, 2026: What Every Rider Needs to Know

Starting July 19, 2026, New Jersey treats many e-bikes more like motor vehicles than bicycles. Helmets become mandatory for every rider, some e-bikes must be registered, and police can issue summonses or impound a bike. Here's what changes, and what…

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Immigration relief options including SIJS, VAWA, and U Visa

Immigration Relief for Survivors of Abuse and Crime: SIJS, VAWA, and the U Visa

By Cenab Yavuz, Esq. — Raff & Raff, LLP If you or your child has experienced abuse, neglect, or been the victim of a crime, the immigration system can feel especially confusing and frightening. There are, however, several forms of…

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Marriage-Based Green Cards: A Simple Guide for Couples in the U.S.

By Cenab Yavuz, Esq. — Raff & Raff, LLP If you are married to a U.S. citizen and living together in the United States, you may be able to apply for a green card without leaving the country. This process…

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Close-up of a law enforcement officer's tactical belt and holster setup, showing a black duty belt with MOLLE webbing, attached pouches, a black polymer holster with a firearm, and various tactical accessories against a blurred street background.

What Happens When you are detained by ICE? Can you Request Bond?

If you or a loved one is stuck in ICE detention, the first question is simple: can we get them out on bond? In immigration court, “bond” is basically a way for someone in ICE custody to be released while…

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Construction worker wearing a yellow hard hat and safety harness bends over while working on wooden wall framing against a bright blue sky.

Construction Workers in NJ: Your Rights Beyond Workers’ Comp (And Why It Matters)

By Raff & Raff – Advocating for Northern New Jersey workers since 1922 In our 100+ years serving Northern New Jersey families, we’ve represented countless construction workers. From the men who built the bridges spanning the Passaic River to today’s…

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Person in black winter coat slipping on icy pavement in a snowy New York City street lined with brick buildings, yellow taxi, and caution ice sign visible overhead.

Prepare Now: Historic Arctic Blast Brings Extreme Slip and Fall Risks to Northern New Jersey Copy

By Raff & Raff – Protecting Northern New Jersey families since 1922 Meteorologists are calling it an “epic, generational arctic outbreak,” FOX Weather and it’s headed straight for Northern New Jersey. With over 235 million Americans facing at-or-below-freezing temperatures AOL through December, and MIT…

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Person in black winter coat slipping on icy pavement in a snowy New York City street lined with brick buildings, yellow taxi, and caution ice sign visible overhead.

Prepare Now: Historic Arctic Blast Brings Extreme Slip and Fall Risks to Northern New Jersey

By Raff & Raff – Protecting Northern New Jersey families since 1922 Meteorologists are calling it an “epic, generational arctic outbreak,” FOX Weather and it’s headed straight for Northern New Jersey. With over 235 million Americans facing at-or-below-freezing temperatures AOL…

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Smiling businessman in a blue suit holding a clipboard stands on a busy urban street lined with parked cars and tall buildings during golden hour.

Here’s the Classic Story of Someone Getting Pressured Into a Quick Settlement – What Insurance Adjusters Don’t Want You to Know

(Ouch…) By Raff & Raff – Protecting Northern New Jersey families since 1922 Here’s a classic (ouch) story: Three days after getting hit by someone who ran a red light in New Jersey, Maria gets a call from her insurance…

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Two people examine damage between a silver sedan and black SUV after a minor collision on a residential street lined with large trees, white houses, and a yellow school bus in the background.

What Actually Happens When You Call 911 After a Car Accident in Northern NJ

Sound Familiar? Someone gets rear-ended at a red light in New Jersey, sits there for a moment wondering “Do I really need to call 911 for this?” Her car still runs, nobody seems seriously hurt, and honestly, who has time…

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Man in a light blue shirt and glasses documenting damage to a brown car with a clipboard and camera after an accident.

Documenting Your Injuries: A Critical Step in Building a Strong Personal Injury Claim

Documenting Your Injuries: A Critical Step in Building a Strong Personal Injury Claim In our century of representing injured clients throughout Northern New Jersey, the attorneys at Raff and Raff have seen countless personal injury cases strengthen or weaken based…

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