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New Year, New Rules: Tax and Firearm Adjustments Set to Impact New York and New Jersey in 2025

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New York, NY – As the new year settles in, residents in New York and New Jersey are adjusting to new laws that went into effect at the turn of the year. Among the most noteworthy changes, New Yorkers will grapple with tighter gun control measures, while New Jerseyans face an increase in gas taxes. The increased gas tax in New Jersey comes as part of an ongoing effort to maintain the state’s transportation infrastructure. The adjustment is a result of the state’s fuel consumption formula, which aims to balance tax rates with the needs … Read more

New Jersey Court Decision Clarifies Jury Award Interpretations in Personal Injury Cases

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Trenton, NJ – A recent ruling by a New Jersey appellate court has put a spotlight on the complexities of merging personal injury law with workers’ compensation and the nuances of jury verdicts in legal battles. The case, known as Todd v. Bauder, delves into the specific instructions given to jurors and the subsequent interpretation of their decisions by the courts. The matter stemmed from a 2013 confrontation during a routine traffic stop involving Holmdel police officer Jeffrey Todd and motorist William Bauder. Todd claimed he sustained multiple injuries, including an exacerbation of his preexisting … Read more

New Jersey Grand Jury Declines Charges in 2022 Custodial Death Case in Paterson

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TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey state grand jury has chosen not to indict any police officers after considering the circumstances surrounding the death of 57-year-old Rosita Diaz while in custody of the Paterson Police Department. The decision came following an extensive investigation into her death on February 18, 2022, initiated by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) under the provisions of the 2019 Independent Prosecutor Directive. The inquiry included intensive reviews of multiple forms of evidence, such as interviews with witnesses, analysis of body-worn camera footage, surveillance videos, and detailed examination of … Read more

New Year, New Rules: Delaware, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and New Jersey Set to Enforce New Privacy Laws in January 2024

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As the new year approaches, a significant shift in data privacy regulation will unfold across multiple US states, mandating businesses to adapt swiftly or face potential legal challenges. Delaware, Iowa, Nebraska, and New Hampshire are poised to implement stringent privacy laws starting January 1, with New Jersey following shortly afterward on January 15. These changes signal a broader move towards tightening data privacy across the country, as these states align with others that have already enacted comprehensive statutes. The newly enacted laws across these five states underscore the increasing importance of data privacy, reinforcing the … Read more