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New Jersey Cracks Down on Distracted Drivers April is National Distracted Driving Month and police officers in New Jersey are cracking down on distracted drivers. The New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic and Safety reports that New Jersey is one of only four states nationally to receive dedicated federal grant funding to combat distracted driving.Read more

The Leonard Legal Group is pleased to announce that, for the sixth year, attorney Scott G. Leonard has been named one of New Jersey’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Each year, the National Trial Lawyers issues a list of premier trial lawyers from across the country. Attorneys receiving this designation must exhibit leadership, a strong reputation,Read more

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Attorney Scott G. Leonard, founder of the Leonard Legal Group in Morristown, was named a New Jersey Super Lawyer in 2019 for the twelfth consecutive year. Based on a proven track record of success and demonstrated excellence in representing injured victims, Attorney Leonard was selected by his peers for inclusion in thisRead more

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently signed legislation to significantly extend the statute of limitations for filing civil claims of sexual abuse, effective December 1, 2019. The legislation – known as S477 — allows childhood sexual abuse victims more time to file and also establishes a two-year window for victims to file lawsuits in casesRead more

We Hold Distracted Drivers Accountable The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that distracted driving caused 3,166 deaths nationwide in 2017 alone. Anything that takes a driver’s attention from the task of driving – talking on the phone, texting, adjusting the stereo or navigation system – is considered distracted driving. At the Leonard LegalRead more

What to do if You or Someone You Know Has Been Sexually Abused By a Member of The Church If you or someone you know has been sexually abused by a member of the church in New Jersey, there are steps you are encouraged to take to bring the abusers to justice. The civil litigationRead more

What Are the Invisible Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury? Approximately 1.7 million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries every year. Traumatic brain injuries may occur with a blow to the head or when an object penetrates the skull, if brain’s ability to function is interrupted. Traumatic brain injuries may occur in motor vehicle accidents, slipsRead more

What Are My Legal Rights as a Pedestrian if I Am Struck by a Car? Accidents involving pedestrians often result in serious, sometimes deadly, injuries. Many drivers try to shift blame to the pedestrian, arguing that the pedestrian darted in front of the vehicle or was not paying attention while walking. However, if you wereRead more

The Lasting Effects of Sexual Abuse Sexual abuse leaves lasting scars on its victims. When sexual abuse is perpetrated against a child, the effects can be particularly devastating. Victims of sexual abuse may experience emotional, physical, and psychological issues that can be difficult to overcome. Sexual abuse victims can seek justice against their abusers underRead more

New Jersey Passes Bill to Extend Sex Abuse Statute of Limitations New Jersey lawmakers recently passed a bill that extends the state’s statute of limitations for sex abuse. The legislation, known as AB 3648, passed through both the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly and was sent to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy for approval.Read more