Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Long Does It Take To Settle A New Jersey Pedestrian Accident Claim?
A pedestrian accident happens when a pedestrian gets struck by a car. Pedestrian accidents happen for a variety of accidents, but often, these accidents happen because of driver negligence. Unfortunately, a pedestrian accident can result in extensive damages and losses. However, the good news is that if you suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident… Read More »
VA Compensation Offset For Drilling Reservists
Veterans Administration (VA) Offset for drill pay for National Guard and Reserve drilling members If you are having problems with this issue and could use the assistance of a Human Resources, experienced military paralegal or former Judge Advocate lawyers, reach out to us. Here is a lawyer’s hypothetical as posed to me: Vet filed… Read More »
Understanding The Importance Of Expert Witnesses In Criminal Cases
If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, you need the help of a qualified defense attorney. An attorney knowledgeable about or skillful in the area of criminal law can prove invaluable. You may also need the help of an expert witness if you are facing criminal charges. Your defense attorney can… Read More »
United States Public Health Service Administrative Hearings
Whether you have five or 25 years, whether you are a USPHS Commander (O-5) or newly Commissioned, you need to protect your investment in your career. Don’t take chances with your pension, Tricare for Life and even VA benefits. Whether you are suffering from physical or mental health ailments or someone accuses you of… Read More »
How To Recognize A Distracted Driver
Distracted driving is a major problem on U.S. roads. And unlike what most people think, distracted driving does not only happen when a driver uses his or her phone. Distracted driving is doing any activity that takes a driver’s attention away from driving. For example, eating/drinking while driving is distracted driving. Grooming yourself while… Read More »
The Kurta and Hagel Memos are prominently explained in this incredibly important 2023 case.
If you were discharged without proper consideration by IDES or Integrated Disability Evaluation System, your PEB or MEB Physical or Medical Evaluation Boards, you may have been denied your pension. For me, this is great reading. Enjoy and the link to the full opinion is at the bottom of this article, which is mostly… Read More »
What To Expect At An Initial Consultation With A New Jersey Family Attorney
People need family attorneys for a variety of reasons. If going through a divorce, you need a family attorney specializing in divorce cases. You may also need to hire a family attorney if you have a child custody or child support case. If you’re looking to hire a New Jersey family attorney, you probably… Read More »
Violating A Restraining Order In NJ
Restraining orders are usually entered by the court to protect an individual’s safety and well-being. Generally, when a restraining order is granted, the defendant/accused party is barred from having any form of contact with the plaintiff/protected party. After a restraining order has been granted, the defendant must follow the order’s restrictions. Failure to follow… Read More »
Lawyers Can Thank Veterans Throughout Our Profession
Veterans Day was this past Friday. As lawyers, how do we properly thank a veteran for their service? One way is to make it a question during your intake process. When we represent a veteran in any practice area, ask whether they are benefiting from the compensation they may have earned or whether they… Read More »
GRAP Fiasco Takes a Positive Turn – We’ll Need to Reach Out to Former Clients Wrongly Charged
You can get an expungement and there are legislative proposals pending to make the system better. Give us a call if you think you need a legal advisor. Along those lines, lo and behold, there will be further review of 1000s of cases that targeted both currently serving or former National Guard and Reserve… Read More »
