Megan’s Law Offenses and Out-of-State Offenders
Posted by Scott Gorman - September 30, 2017
If you have been convicted of a sex offense and have to register under Megan’s Law in New Jersey, the rules for applying for release are extremely strict. If you were originally charged and convicted in New Jersey and you’ve … Continued
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Domestic Abuse: Interfering with Employment
Posted by Scott Gorman - August 26, 2017
When a relationship breaks down, tensions and emotions are high, and any instance of anger or frustration can be escalated to levels beyond sniping or arguments. It’s not always easy to communicate or interact in the middle of a divorce … Continued
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Firearms and Domestic Violence
Posted by Scott Gorman - July 8, 2017
The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution gives us the right to bear arms, but this right is a hot topic in today’s society. Gun ownership is the subject of heated debates, especially as the number of mass shootings continues … Continued
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Domestic Violence Defense
Posted by Scott Gorman - June 3, 2017
With the recent allegations of spousal abuse leveled against Johnny Depp by soon-to-be ex-wife Amber Heard, domestic violence is once again in the headlines of newspapers across the country. The topic of domestic violence is a tough one, mostly because … Continued
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I Swear!
Posted by Scott Gorman - December 21, 2016
When you lose your temper, it can be hard to control what comes out of your mouth—and that’s fairly universal for people across the globe. Anger makes us say and do things we would normally consider taboo, like raising your … Continued
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When Hazing Becomes Assault
Posted by Scott Gorman - November 28, 2015
Fraternities, sororities and many sports teams consider hazing to be a time-honored tradition designed to build bonds and create solidarity among the group. Hazing is integral to many organizations’ vetting process—newcomers and applicants are forced to participate in silly or … Continued
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Published in Categories: Domestic Violence, Juvenile Defense




Ray Rice Scandal Prompts Lawmakers to Act
Posted by Scott Gorman - November 14, 2015
Most people have seen the video of former NFL player Ray Rice hitting his then-fiancée hard enough to knock her unconscious and dragging her from an elevator. Those images, along with Rice’s high-profile status, have moved domestic violence to the … Continued
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Aggravated Assault
Posted by Scott Gorman - January 2, 2015
Family gatherings, holiday parties and dinners, football tailgates, hockey games—all of these events are coming up on our calendars as the end of the year approaches. Watching sports usually goes hand in hand with having a few beers, or meeting … Continued
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