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Pedestrian Deaths Nearing Unfortunate 25-year Record in NJ

Unfortunately, walker (pedestrian) fatalities have been rising in New Jersey. For many years, there was a decrease in pedestrian fatalities in New Jersey. That decrease has been attributed to things…

I’m thinking of getting divorced. What should I do to prepare?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. When I consult with potential clients about divorce cases, a fair percentage of folks have not yet decided whether they want to get divorced.…

I am in a same-sex relationship and getting separated or divorced; does my partner have rights to my child?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. When I consult with clients in my Family Court practice, I get more and more questions from people who are ending a same-sex relationship.…

If I have a workers compensation case, can the doctor bill me for treatment?

If you were injured on the job, your will be treated by a Workers’ Compensation doctor. The insurance company may have paid part of the bill, but now the doctor…

School Zones and Street Signs: When Children Are Present

We’ve all seen the signs in school zones that read “25 mph When Children are Present.” Hopefully, we all drive a little more cautiously and attentively in those areas. However,…

What happens after someone is arrested for a felony in New Jersey?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. As part of my criminal practice, I often get calls from spouses, relatives, and friends of those recently arrested for various kinds of New…

IF MY CAR GOT FLOODED, DOES MY CAR INSURANCE COVER THE DAMAGE?

The devastation brought by recent hurricanes and massive rainstorms has been chilling. We have all seen the disheartening scenes of homes and businesses destroyed and people’s lives upended. Needless to…

Can I get child support from a parent who doesn’t get a pay stub?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. I represent clients in all sorts of child support related cases. Although child support is generally a standardized system in New Jersey, many issues…

Can You Use Dash Cam Video in Your Auto Case?

It's always a good idea to gather as much relevant evidence as you can after a car crash. We are increasingly representing clients involved in motor vehicle crashes in which…

DAN LEVY, ESQ. NAMED PARTNER

We are pleased to announce that Daniel A. Levy, Esq. has been named partner at Raff & Raff. He has been with our firm for many years and we're happy…

Does the mother always get residential custody of a baby in New Jersey?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. Many of my custody and visitation clients come to me with questions about babies and small children. Almost always, the mother assumes that she…

I work for a temporary employment agency and was hurt at the site where they assigned me – can I…

Clients sometimes ask us, if I work for a temporary employment agency and was assigned out to a factory by the agency. I was injured while working in the factory…

New Jersey Auto Insurance: The Dreaded Health Insurance Primary Option

When filling out your New Jersey Auto Insurance policy, please, please, please, do NOT select "Healthcare Primary" or "Health Insurance Primary" as an option on your New Jersey automobile policy.…

Workers Compensation off the books
I was hurt on the job but was working “off the books” can I get Workers’ Compensation?

Unfortunately, there are many people in New Jersey who work "off the books." And if they get hurt on the job, they may assume that they cannot collect through worker's…

If a passenger is found with drugs, will the driver of the car also get arrested?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. When I meet with a client about a criminal case, many times the client is accused of possessing drugs (more officially known as a…

FDA WARNS OF INACCURATE LEAD TESTING

The effects of lead poisoning are well known and can be devastating. Infants and young children are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning, which can seriously affect mental and physical development.…

What happens when divorced parents can’t agree on college?

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. As part of my divorce practice, clients routinely ask me about college for the children. They want to know how to manage the college…

CRASHES / ACCIDENTS INVOLVING UBER / LYFT VEHICLES

Earlier this year New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie, signed into a law a bill designed to regulate ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft (Transportation Network Companies). The statute, known…

Can I re-open my worker’s compensation case?

On many occassions, a Worker's Compensation case settles, but some time later the pain returns. In such a case, clients may ask if they can re-open their Worker's Compensation case.…

How to avoid court for divorce and custody cases

Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. Whenever I work on Family Law cases involving divorce and/or custody issues, clients are always concerned about how long the process will take, and…