Wage garnishment is one of those things that most people have never heard of or had to give any thought to. But if you are involved in and owe any kind of debt — whether as a result of owing child support to an ex-spouse or the parent of your child, back taxes, or any other kind of court judgment — then it may be an issue with which you need to familiarize yourself. The attorneys at Reinherz Law are here to assist you when you have been advised that you are facing a wage garnishment, and to make sure …Read More ➡

There are many circumstances that can precede being pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence. Maybe you were out to dinner and lost track of how many drinks you had. Maybe you were celebrating with friends at a bar or party. Whatever the situation, once you see those flashing lights in your rear view mirror or the sobriety check ahead of you, you know that you’re in big trouble. Everybody knows that being charged with driving under the influence needs to be taken extremely seriously, but most people have no idea what to do. If you need to …Read More ➡

The United States immigration system has many different facets, and the process that needs to be followed is based upon what you are trying to achieve. If you are looking to obtain permanent resident status — also known as having your Green Card — there are several different ways that you can accomplish this, including through a family connection, through a job, or by applying for and being granted refugee or asylee status. The steps that need to be taken also depend upon whether you are applying from inside the United States or outside of the country. Once a person …Read More ➡

Many people who are struggling with debt wonder whether they would be better off working with a debt consolidation firm rather than filing for bankruptcy. There are advantages and disadvantages to both options, and it is important that you have a good understanding of each program and its long-term impact before you make any decision. When you consolidate your debt, it does give you the advantage of protecting your credit rating and simplifying your bill payment down into a single payment. You do not have to worry about anybody in your community or a future employer discovering a bankruptcy filing …Read More ➡

Whether you are contemplating divorcing your spouse or have already made the decision, you have a lot more to think about then simply moving out and starting a new life. A divorce is a legal process that has to address issues of money, property, custody, and more. Though some couples successfully navigate these waters in a collaborative and amicable way, for others the divorce process is extremely adversarial that can break down into a nasty “He said, she said” battle. Unless you are confident that you and your spouse will be able to work things out easily, it is important …Read More ➡

Whether you are a resident of the state of New Jersey or are simply passing through the state, getting a traffic ticket is a very real possibility. The officers in the state have been tasked with aggressively pursuing those who violate traffic laws, and getting a ticket can have significant consequences, especially if you are found guilty. Though many people are tempted to simply sign the back of the ticket, submit the fees and move on, few realize that doing so is the same as standing up in court and pleading guilty. This means that you can find yourself with …Read More ➡