The Purpose of Privilege By Eric Marcy, Esq. The purpose of protecting communications between mental health providers and patients is well-established and fosters the important policy that confidentiality during the course of counseling is essential to establishing trust and to facilitate treatment. There has been a recent amendment which will have an impact on the relationship and […]
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Be Aware of Potential Criminal Liability for Violations of Executive Orders Effective August 9, 2021, Governor Phil Murphy modified existing New Jersey Executive Orders to mandate the use of masks for students, teachers, and staff in schools in what has become Executive Order 251 (EO 251). Although the State legislature and the Governor […]
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Under New Jersey Law Health Care Insurance, Carriers (“Carrier(s)”) have specific, defined, and limited authority to have access to a licensed Social Worker’s records involving services paid through the Carrier’s Health Insurance Plan. Such access is not unlimited and sometimes an investigator on behalf of the Carrier will show up at the […]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding Parole At times, a specific parole condition may become unnecessary, burdensome, or interfere with the parolee’s employment prospects and/or rehabilitation. The New Jersey Administrative Code sets forth the application process to the New Jersey State Parole Board through which a parolee may challenge the necessity and/or fairness of a specific […]
In a remarkable class action lawsuit filed against the National Football League, the Miami Dolphins, the New York Giants and the Denver Broncos, former Dolphins coach Brian Flores alleges that the owner of the Dolphins, Stephen Ross, offered him payment to lose games in January of 2022, so that the team would be in a […]
Racial profiling is both illegal and infective. It builds mistrust among the communities that law enforcement are sworn to protect and leads to disproportionate arrests and detentions among people of certain ethnicities, national origins, and religions. People have even been wrongly convicted of crimes on the basis of racial profiling. If you have been charged […]
If you are charged with driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) in New Jersey, you are facing severe penalties. Also, you are probably feeling anxious or overwhelmed. However, it is possible in some cases to overcome the state’s evidence. Law enforcement officers make mistakes. If any part of your arrest was mishandled or your […]
For many parents engaged in a bitter custody battle, one of the biggest fears is being accused of child abuse by the other parent. Victims of false allegations often experience shock and fear as they face an investigation and potential removal of their children. By taking the following action steps, falsely accused parents can put […]
