Gathering Evidence with a Deposition
What Is a Deposition? How Does It Work? In a personal injury lawsuit, once the complaint has been filed, the judge will typically hold a meeting to learn a little more about the case and, typically, encourage the parties to explore settlement options. If no settlement is forthcoming, the judge will also establish a “discovery”...
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Common Mistakes That Can Get a Bankruptcy Case Dismissed
When debtors follow the rules, the American bankruptcy laws can effectively help people get a fresh financial start. Unfortunately, many bankruptcy petitions are dismissed every year because of avoidable errors, leaving filers exposed to creditors and without the protection of the automatic stay. At The Cintron Firm, LLC, we understand the common mistakes people make...
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How To Protect Yourself When a Landlord Refuses to Return Your Security Deposit
Security deposit disputes are one of the most common—and frustrating—issues tenants face after moving out. In New Jersey, the law is clear: a security deposit is not extra income for a landlord. It is your money, and it must be returned promptly unless the landlord can lawfully justify withholding part or all of it. At...
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How To File for Expungement in New Jersey: A Step-by-Step Guide for Former Offenders
Clearing a criminal record can reshape a person’s future. An expungement removes barriers that affect employment, housing, licensing, and day-to-day opportunities. While each state has its own statutes and procedures, the core steps are similar, and having the right attorney makes all the difference. At The Cintron Firm, we’ve helped clients across New Jersey clean...
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Personal Injury After a Slip-and-Fall: How to Prove Liability and Maximize Compensation
A simple slip and fall can change everything. One moment you’re walking through a store or parking lot — the next, you’re in significant pain, facing substantial medical bills and unable to work. To maximize your chances of getting full and fair compensation for your losses, you’ll need to establish who was at fault for...
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Tenant Protections Against Unlawful Evictions
Unlawful eviction occurs when a landlord attempts to remove a tenant without following the court process required by law. In New Jersey, tenant rights are among the strongest in the country, and landlords cannot legally force someone out by changing locks, shutting off utilities, or using threats–such actions are strictly prohibited. Landlords who engage in...
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What To Do After a Hit‑and‑Run Accident in NJ
If you’ve been injured by a driver who fled the scene, you are not alone—New Jersey law offers protections for victims like you. A hit-and-run accident in New Jersey occurs when a driver involved in a crash flees from the accident scene without stopping to provide identification or render aid, violating N.J.S.A. 39:4-129. For victims,...
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What To Do If You’re Accused of Domestic Violence in NJ
Being accused of domestic violence can be overwhelming, frightening, and life-altering. In New Jersey, these accusations are treated very seriously and can result in both criminal charges and restraining orders. Whether the claim is true, exaggerated, or entirely false, how you respond in the immediate aftermath can significantly impact the outcome of your case. At The...
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Application of the Going-and-Coming Rule in a New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Claim
What Is the Going-and-Coming Rule? Are There Any Exceptions? In New Jersey, there are only two requirements that must be met to qualify for workers’ compensation: you must have been hurt, and the injury must have occurred during the course of your employment. Injuries suffered while traveling for work may qualify for workers’ compensation. The longstanding...
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Damages Available in a New Jersey Personal Injury Lawsuit
Understanding Economic and Non-Economic Losses When you’ve been hurt because of the negligence of another person, it can change your life dramatically. You may be unable to work, now or for the foreseeable future. You may require extensive medical treatment, which may not all be covered by insurance. Your injuries may cause persistent pain and...
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Your Right to Medical Care After a Workplace Injury in New Jersey
Requirement To See an Authorized Physician | When You May Choose Your Own Caregiver Under New Jersey law, if you suffer an injury during the course of your employment, you have the right to seek benefits under the state’s workers’ compensation laws. When you file a workers’ compensation claim in New Jersey, your employer or the workers’...
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Top Ways To Jeopardize a Workers’ Compensation Claim
Mistakes You Can Make That Put Your Benefits at Risk When you’ve been hurt at work in New Jersey, you have the right to file for benefits under the state’s workers’ compensation system. Even though the process seems relatively straightforward, many legitimate claims are initially denied. It’s critical that you have experienced counsel to protect your rights....
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