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Should I dismiss my temporary restraining order?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. As part of my divorce and family law practice, clients often come to see me and ask if they should dismiss a temporary restraining…

3 Mistakes People Make When Obtaining Car Insurance

https://youtu.be/Y4XMqVevo5g In this short video, I discuss the potential negative consequences when selecting minimal PIP coverage, Health Insurance Primary, and limited Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Coverage on your New Jersey…

Happy Holidays From Raff & Raff

This year the Law Offices of Raff & Raff teamed up with "Gifts of Love," a 501c3 charitable organization whose mission is to provide low income families with gifts during…

Why does the mother always get custody?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. As part of my Divorce practice, clients ask me all sorts of questions right at the beginning of the case. And one of the…

Can you be required to give police your cell phone password?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. Clients come to me for many different kinds of Criminal Defense matters, and of course they ask lots of different questions. In the Age…

COVID-19 update – What can employers do when faced with an employee who calls out sick?

If you are an employer, you are probably aware that certain state and federal laws prevent you from inquiring into an employee's private, medical condition. The Americans With Disabilities Act…

THE LIABILITY OF AN UNDERAGE ADULT HOSTING A PARTY WITH ALCOHOL

So, it’s a Saturday night and you’re going out for the evening. Your college-aged kid is home for the weekend and wants to have a party with alcohol. You want…

I was hurt on the job about one (1) year ago and the company is now out of business can…

UPDATED: JULY 15, 2020 Yes, the fact that the company is out of business is not important as you are covered for your work injuries by the Workers’ Compensation insurance…

If I Don’t Drive My Car, Do I Still Have to Have Insurance on It?

UPDATED: JUNE 24, 2020 The short answer is yes, you do. Like most things involving the law, however, there are exceptions. In New Jersey, "[a]ll owners of motor vehicles registered…

I GOT INJURED WHILE WORKING AT HOME DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC. AM I ELIGIBLE FOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BENEFITS?

Depending on the specific facts - yes. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, stay-at-home orders and remote working have become the new reality. Workers’ Compensation benefits typically kick in when you…

WHO PAYS FOR MEDICAL BILLS IN A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT?

UPDATED: JUNE 11, 2020 If you or someone you know had the unfortunate experience of being injured in a motorcycle crash / accident, this question regarding medical bill is sure…

Five Myths of Medical Malpractice

UPDATED: JUNE 2, 2020 Below is an excellent article that we recently read, by Tatum Bronte on the Trial Lawyer Center website. It is reprinted, with permission, on our website…

Bicycle Accidents and Helmets

UPDATED: MAY 27, 2020 A lot of our clients are bicyclists. While some are aspiring to ride in the Tour de France, most of them ride for the pleasure, the…

IF I CONTRACT CORONAVIRUS ON THE JOB, AM I ENTITLED TO WORKER’S COMPENSATION BENEFITS?

If you contracted the Coronavirus (officially Covid-19) at work in New Jersey, you may be eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits. The crucial question is whether you, the employee, contracted Covid-19…

Do social security benefits, pensions, and retirement accounts get divided during a divorce?

UPDATED: MAY 12, 2020 Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. When I represent a client during a divorce case I am frequently asked about dividing assets, which is known as…

How much does it cost to get divorced in New Jersey?

UPDATED: MAY 5, 2020 Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. Recently, I did a posting called, How Long Does It Take To Get Divorced In New Jersey. Along that same…

Divorce and Custody Cases During Coronavirus

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. At the time of this writing, there are over 85,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in New Jersey, with over 4,200 deaths attributed to the…

MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR PERSONAL INJURY CLIENTS DURING COVID-19

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, it has become increasingly difficult for our clients to receive the proper medical treatment for their injuries. If you presently have a case with us,…

Evaluating Wrongful Death Cases

UPDATED: APRIL 13, 2020 New Jersey law can be brutally harsh toward families who have lost a loved one due to the fault or negligence of someone else. People are…

Does child support automatically terminate in New Jersey?

UPDATED: APRIL 6, 2020 Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. As part of my Family Law practice, I am often asked by clients about child support issues. Previously, I wrote…