Preponderance of the Evidence

Defending Your Life – Part 1

Everyone knows generally what self defense is. We should be able to defend ourselves against an attack. And if that means deadly force, so be it. After all, if it’s them or me, I’d rather it be them. But not everyone really...more

Requirement Of Original, Uncanceled Promissory Note

Florida law requires the production of the original note for a party to recover on same. In that regard, Florida Statute section 673.3011 provides in pertinent part that: A “person entitled to enforce” an instrument includes...more

Can I Sue For Injuries I Sustain During An Assault?

Individuals who perform criminal acts potentially face two types of prosecution. (Is this the best word? Or might it be confusing to the lay person?) Regardless of the type of offense, they can deal with criminal charges,...more

Toxic Tort and Environmental Law Update: January 2013 - New Jersey Supreme Court Clarifies Requisite Nexus for Liability Under...

In New Jersey Dept. of Environmental Protection v. Dimant, 212 N.J. 153 (2012), the New Jersey Supreme Court held that the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) must establish, by a preponderance of the...more