Being charged with refusing a breathalyzer in New Jersey is serious. Refusal is a separate offense from DWI and carries mandatory license suspension, ignition interlock requirements, and long-term consequences for your driving record. At Lyons & Associates, P.C., our New Jersey DUI defense attorneys represent clients facing both DWI and refusal charges, challenging unlawful stops, […]
No, New Jersey law does not require you to hire a lawyer to buy a house. Yes, in most cases, it is strongly recommended. Buying a home is often the largest financial transaction of your life. The contracts are binding, the deadlines are strict, and mistakes can be expensive. A real estate lawyer protects your […]
Medical malpractice claims are stressful, disruptive, and potentially career-altering for healthcare providers. Understanding how the process works in New Jersey — from notice of claim to resolution — allows physicians, nurses, medical groups, and hospitals to respond strategically and protect both their professional licenses and reputations. At Lyons & Associates, P.C., our New Jersey medical […]
On January 20, 2026, former Governor Phil Murphy signed New Jersey Senate Bill S4510/A5761 into law, which reformed core aspects of N.J.S.A. 9:2-4 governing child custody. Changes include how courts assess safety risks, evaluate children’s preferences, determine whether to order therapeutic interventions, and when judges must provide specific findings on the record to justify custody […]
NIL representation can be a huge advantage — but it can also wreck an athlete’s future if the wrong person gets involved early. NIL deals move fast, and athletes (especially high school and younger college athletes) often get pressured into signing agreements before they even understand what they’re giving up. The biggest risk isn’t “missing […]
Can text messages be used in divorce court? Sometimes — and it depends. That’s not a lawyer trying to dodge the question. It’s the honest reality. This comes up in almost every divorce because people worry about privacy, control, and what their spouse might be digging for behind the scenes. Texts feel personal, and during […]
First offense DUI in New Jersey can feel like your life just got split into “before” and “after”—but it’s not the end of the road. A first-time DWI is serious in NJ even though it’s treated as a traffic offense, because the penalties are real, the process is technical, and the consequences can snowball fast. […]
Authors: Elise Bavazzano and Nicole Atlak The recent conviction of Paul Caneiro in Monmouth County has closed one chapter in a case that has deeply affected communities across New Jersey. A jury found Caneiro guilty of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, and their two children in a 2018 tragedy that also involved arson at two separate […]
A bankruptcy does not stay on your credit report forever, but it does remain for several years. In most cases, a bankruptcy stays on your credit report between seven and ten years, depending on the type of bankruptcy filed. While it can affect your credit score during that time, its impact fades as months and […]
Parenthood changes priorities overnight. Suddenly, decisions aren’t just about you, they’re about who steps in, who decides, and how your children are protected if something unexpected happens. Estate planning isn’t about fear or worst-case scenarios. It’s about control and clarity. When the right documents are in place, your wishes are clear, your children are protected, […]
