Bergman & Barrett Attorneys At Law

Bergman & Barrett Attorneys At Law Contact us today in Skillman, New Jersey, for representation for family law matters, mediation services, and workers compensation cases.

09/01/2022

A civil case starts out by the plaintiff (person doing the suing) filing the details of his or her claim in a "complaint." The defendant (person being sued) responds by filing an "answer." These need to be carefully worded and exact, and a civil attorney can help word them correctly.

08/30/2022

Did you know that there are many laws and regulations in place aimed at protecting your civil rights? This includes everything from state and federal constitutional claims to anti-discrimination laws and regulations.

08/25/2022

Do you know what due process rights are? If you disagree with the school district’s identification of your special education child, the school district’s evaluation of your child, or with your child’s educational program, you may elect to file a written request for mediation and/or a due process hearing.

08/23/2022

When a Plaintiff files an original petition, an Officer of the Court will serve a citation, which is the copy of the petition or complaint. The Defendant must respond within the time stated, or risk a default judgment.

08/18/2022

In 1972, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Wisconsin Amish group that challenged the state’s compulsory attendance law. They successfully argued their children should be able to leave school after eighth grade, because they’d acquired sufficient formal education for the Amish way of life.

08/16/2022

If you know of someone who has been discriminated against, you can file a charge on his or her behalf. To make sure you proceed correctly, it is a good idea to seek legal help and guidance.

08/11/2022

Do you have an Individualized Education Program meeting scheduled at school for your child? The law gives you the right to have an adviser there, such as an education attorney, who understands the laws and your child's specific rights.

08/09/2022

If you are representing yourself in a civil action, you may find yourself in over your head if faced with requests for admission, a discovery tool that asks one (or both) of the parties to admit or deny certain facts of the case. An attorney will review these questions and advise you on how to answer them and to return them on time.

08/04/2022

Basically, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was written to ensure certain rights for you and your child with a learning or other disability. If you feel that these rights are being infringed upon, then it’s time to hire an education lawyer.

08/02/2022

In order to prove a false arrest claim, the victim must be able to show that the arresting officer lacked probable cause. Our legal experts can weigh the merits of your claim and let you know if you have a case.

07/28/2022

If your child has an IEP and is in public school, he or she has certain rights set forth by federal law. Common violations that necessitate an education lawyer include failure to implement an IEP or 504 plan, failure to provide appropriate accommodations, and unequal access to electives.

07/26/2022

If there is one common denominator throughout the course of a civil action, it is time. There are time limits on everything, and not meeting the time requirements carries penalties: either denial of your suit, or a judgment against you. An attorney makes sure time does not get the better of you.

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