Dump Truck Driver Charged in Fatal Bicyclist Hit and Run
Posted on October 16th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
A dump truck driver has been arrested in connection with fleeing the scene of a deadly accident in New Jersey that took a bicyclist’s life, according to USA Today. During the early morning hours of September 25, 53-year-old Timothy Miller of Pennsylvania was driving a dump truck in the state’s borough of Riverdale in Morris […]
Can an Unmarried Partner Sue for Wrongful Death?
Posted on October 15th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
A wrongful death case arises when a person dies from someone else’s negligent act. Wrongful deaths may occur during slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice, car accidents, product liability and other accidents. Because the victim can no longer advocate for him or herself, another party may step in and file a lawsuit against the negligent […]
What to do if you are stopped by the police?
Posted on October 15th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Nearly every American will be stopped by the police at some point or another, which begs the question, what should I do if I am pulled over? Of course, the answer to this question can vary, depending on the reason that you were pulled over, but the advise remains generally the same. First, you need […]
The Most Common Knee Sports Injuries
Posted on October 15th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Athletics have long been attributed to physical health and character building for youth. It can be quite helpful for the development of a child to participate in sports to some degree; but what happens if your child gets injured? The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) published a paper recognizing knee injuries in the U.S. […]
Can a Wrongful Death Claim Affect a Decedent’s Estate?
Posted on October 14th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
If a person dies at the fault of another party, the victim’s surviving family members may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death lawsuit is intended to hold the responsible party liable for any accident and death related damages that impacted the victim’s family. A lawsuit seeks compensation for such […]
4 Reasons Hiring an Attorney is the Right Move
Posted on October 4th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
A public defender seems like a more financially viable option for those worried about the cost of an attorney. It is true that you will be supplied a public defender by the state, but that does not mean it is your best option for defense. Here are a few reasons why hiring a private […]
5 Myths About Wills, Trusts, and Probate
Posted on September 28th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
The majority of people don’t know a lot about wills. Drafting wills can be quite complex and should be left to experienced estate planning attorneys. However, it’s still a good idea to learn some more information about estate planning. Here are five things you may have thought were true but are actually myths. The State […]
What is Unsupervised Probation?
Posted on September 24th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
What is Unsupervised Probation? In the event that somebody who has been convicted of a crime does not have a number of offenses on their criminal record, they may be considered eligible for unsupervised probation. Those who have been convicted of relatively minor offenses may also be considered eligible for unsupervised probation. Unsupervised provision is […]
5 Things To Know About Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Posted on September 16th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Drivers in virtually every state are required to have car insurance in order to operate a vehicle legally. Unfortunately, not all drivers abide by this law; others may not have sufficient coverage in the case of a severe accident. Over 14% of drivers today carry very little or no insurance for their vehicle; getting in […]
Don’t Kill Time in Jail
Posted on September 4th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
If you cannot make bail after an arrest, you can still pick yourself up by making the most of your down time. With an eye toward maximizing your chances at future bail hearings or minimizing your sentencing exposure, do the following: Silence: It’s not only golden, it’s the simplest and best advice you’ll ever get. […]
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