Wednesday, April 29, 2026

E751 VercammenLaw News

1 Ken V at American Bar Association Leadership Conference with ABA President

2 Kars for Kids exposed as not providing most donations to local children

3 April is National Donate Life Month- Organ Donation

4 Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation Facts

5 Recent cases PCR needed to be filed in original court

6 Challenge to DWI operation rejected

7 Search of vehicle without warrant rejected here

8 Edison Elks Community Pool Applications available

9 Photo STA Hall of Famers receive awards

10 Newspaper photo from Scranton Times with Boston Marathon finishers

1 Ken V at American Bar Association Leadership Conference with ABA Executive Director Alpha M. Brady, ABA Chair Elect Barbara J. Howard and Michelle A. Behnke, ABA President

2 Kars for Kids exposed as not providing most donations to local children

Kars4Kids: Investigations and lawsuits attack billion-dollar nonprofit Article by Asbury Park Press

Joe Strupp

Lakewood-based Kars4Kids, cemented in the brains of millions by that ubiquitous radio jingle, has built a multi-million-dollar fundraising empire based on the simple premise of car donations to benefit children.

While that happy jingle burrows into our brains, the charity is spending more than two-thirds of its millions in annual revenue on advertising and overhead, a practice a national expert called "absolutely unacceptable." In addition, Kars4Kids has faced government investigations in multiple states for deceptive promotion.

source:

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Investigations and lawsuits show that Kars4Kids often uses the majority of donations on advertising, overhead, and grants to its sister organization Oorah, rather than direct services for children. Records indicate a significant percentage of funds are used to pay for its ubiquitous advertising campaigns, leading to warnings from charity watchdogs regarding high operational costs.

Kars4Kids is often criticized for misleading advertising and high overhead costs, with investigations revealing that donations primarily fund a "sister charity," Oorah, which operates religious programs for Orthodox Jewish youth in NY/NJ, rather than broad, local children’s charities. Major complaints include funding, the lack of local impact outside the Northeast, and high, potentially deceptive, marketing spending

https://blog.charitywatch.org/kars4kids-and-oorah-face-new-class-action-lawsuit-alleging-donor-deception/

3 April is National Donate Life Month- Organ Donation

The New Jersey Organ and Tissue Sharing Network (NJ Sharing Network) works to educate New Jersey residents year round about the critical need for more organ and tissue donors. The month of April, associated with renewal and spring, is also National Donate Life Month

Established in 2003, Donate Life Month features local, regional and national educational activities designed to encourage Americans to become organ and tissue donors. We recommend all NJ citizens between 18 and 80 have a Living Will/ Advance Directive prepared. Select organ donation in your Living Will.

Nationally, more than 110,000 people wait for a life-saving transplant—close to 5,000 of them are here in New Jersey. For many, tragically, the gift will never be received. Nearly 6,000 people die a year – about 18 per day – awaiting the gift of life.

One of the most important life-saving decisions you can make is to become a registered donor. Say “yes” to donation on your New Jersey driver license or state ID when you first apply for and each time you renew. The words “Organ Donor” will appear on the front of your license and will be included in your computer record with the Motor Vehicle Commission. Not renewing anytime soon? You can register online today by visiting www.sharenj.org.

NJ Sharing Network is a non-profit, federally designated organization responsible for the recovery and placement of donated organs and tissue for New Jersey residents in need of life-saving transplants. For information about donation and transplantation in NJ, contact 1-800-SHARE-NJ or info@sharenj.org

In the field of organ donation, limited supply is heavily outweighed by enormous demand. Kidneys are the most needed organ, with almost 90,000 Americans on a national waiting list as of September. Only 27,000 kidney transplants were performed in all of 2023. An average of 12 people die each day waiting for a new kidney.

3 Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation Facts

I was successful college athlete and never skipping a training day Over the years, I continued entering road races and attempting to win my age group each weekend. Unfortunately, when I passed age 50 decades of running, karate, volleyball, soccer and working out wore out the cartilage in my knee. I had micro fracture surgery in 2010 to attempt to fix my knee. The knee improved for a short time, but I was back to the hospital. The fine doctors at University Orthopedic advised of a new FDA approved procedure and medical study.

I volunteered for this medical study for knee cartilage repair. The knee doctor inserted a cadaver cartilage piece in left knee. The study was funded by Zimmer Pharmaceutical. I am now a recipient of an organ donation.

I thank the family of the kind and generous donation of living tissue. I want the family and public to know their decision to donate has changed my life in a very positive way.

I will never be winning the races again, but I am happy to run and bike daily. I am now able to run charity 5k races without pain. I urge friends to sign organ donor card and have a Living Will prepared.

What is National Donate Life Month? Originally a weeklong observance, it was officially recognized as a month-long event. The celebration commemorates those who have received or continue to wait for life-saving transplants and honors those who died while waiting.

Who can be a donor? People of all ages and medical histories should consider themselves potential donors. Your medical condition at the time of death will determine what organs and tissue can be donated.

Does my religion support organ and tissue donation? Every major religion in the United States supports organ and tissue donation as one of the highest expressions of compassion and generosity.

Is there a cost to be an organ, eye and tissue donor? There is no cost to the donor’s family or estate for donation. The donor family pays only for medical expenses before death and costs associated with funeral arrangements.

Does my social and/or financial status play any part in whether or not I will receive an organ if I ever need one? No. When you are on the transplant waiting list for a donor organ, what really counts is the severity of your illness, body size, tissue type, blood type and other important medical information.

Why should I register to be an organ and tissue donor? Organ and tissue transplants offer patients a new chance at healthy, productive, and normal lives and return them to their families, friends and communities. To learn more or to register to become an organ and tissue donor, visit www.NJSharingNetwork.org. Also contact your attorney to have a Living Will/ Advance Directive prepared

5 Recent cases PCR needed to be filed in original court State v Gallagher

Defendant appealed his sentence after pleading guilty to DWI. On appeal, the defendant argued the trial court erred in not affording him the opportunity to be heard regarding the challenge to the accuracy of the driver's abstract related to a 1990 DWI; a motion for PCR is not the appropriate recourse for this matter; and the state retained the burden to prove the accuracy of the 1990 DWI on the driver's abstract. The Appellate Division affirmed the sentence. Unreported source Daily Briefing 12-29-25

Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/pcr-needed-to-be-filed-in-original.html

6 Challenge to DWI operation rejected State v Mulligan

The defendant Thomas J. Mulligan appealed from the Law Division's order convicting him of DWI. On appeal, the defendant challenged only the DWI conviction, arguing that he did not operate the vehicle and was not impaired. The Appellate Division disagreed and affirmed the lower court. Source Daily Briefing - 1-2-26

Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/challenge-to-dwi-operation-rejected.html

7 Search of vehicle without warrant rejected here State v Dorisme

The state appealed from a Law Division order granting the defendant Javante J. Dorisme's motion to suppress physical evidence seized during a warrantless search incident to arrest following a motor vehicle stop. The Appellate Division affirmed the lower court. Source Daily Briefing - 1-9-26

Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/search-of-vehicle-without-warrant.html

8 Edison Elks Community Pool Applications available

We are excited to kick off the Season! Welcome to the Edison Elks Pool website at https://www.teamunify.com/team/njee/page/home. EEP is excited to bring the opportunity of pool membership to all those who value the community spirit. The pool is open for membership to Elk members, their families as well as all other local civic organizations such as but not limited to Moose, VFW, American Legion and their families. We also cannot exclude those who serve our community on a daily basis with the invite extended to Edison’s First Responders in Police, Fire and EMS along with their families. Active, retired Military, Veterans and families are also welcome while we appreciate your service and sacrifice to our nation. Feel free to contact us with any questions!

To keep nonprofit status to join the pool someone must join the Elks or be involved with one of these organizations.

Mission Aligned with the values and beliefs of the Benevolent Protective Order of the Elks, Edison Elks Pool “EEP” will strive to provide a safe and comfortable atmosphere for everyone to enjoy in the spirit of community and summer fun. We believe in giving back to our community, supporting the growth of our youth, respect for those who serve, support for those in need and assisting those with handicaps.

Pool Membership

EEP is excited to bring the opportunity of pool membership to all those who value the community spirit. The season is open for membership to Elk members, their families as well as all other local civic organizations such as but not limited to Moose, VFW, American Legion and their families. We also cannot exclude those who serve our community on a daily basis with the invite extended to Edison’s First Responders in Police, Fire and EMS along with their families. Active, retired Military, Veterans and families are also welcome while we appreciate your service and sacrifice to our nation.

Pool Summary

The Edison Elks Pool is one of the oldest operating pools in the nation. It has been passed down by generations of the community of Edison. Many of Edison’s older residents remember it as Washington Swim Club where they would bring their families and enjoy the pool and large shady grove to BBQ in on weekends. They would also attend some of the many BBQ’s and Live music the Elks opens up to their guests. Today the pool is managed by a handful volunteers from the Edison Elks Lodge 2487 and their families to continue the spirit of community.

Edison Elks Pool Applications are at the Lodge

2025 Season

Located at:

375 Old Post Rd

Edison, NJ 08817

Membership

Membership: EEP is excited to bring the opportunity of membership to all those who value the community spirit. The 2025 season is open for membership to Elk members, all other civic organizations (Moose, VFW, American Legion, etc.), Active/Retired and military veterans and our local Police, Fire and EMS and their families as appreciation for your service to our community.

All membership applications will be evaluated for accuracy. Applications must be filled out in entirety to include sponsoring member information. A working phone number must be on every application in the event there are questions. Applications not filled out in entirety may be questioned or rejected for membership.

*Family (2 Adult parents and their children under 18 or still in college living at the same address)

**Family Extra (Grandparent or Caretaker)

Two complementary, 1-day guest passes (July, Aug) included. Guest passes available daily for $10pp.

Applications are taken online or in-person. In-person applications can be dropped off in the Pool Mailbox attached to the Pool building.

(Do Not Leave in Social Quarters)

Please email njeepool@gmail.com with questions.

Pool Facts

The pool holds almost 300,000 gallons of water. The deepest end of the pool is 12’ while the shallowest part is 3’. There is (4) 25yrd swim lanes from 12’ to 5’ deep. On each side of the swim lanes there is shallow section sloping from 5’ to 3’ deep. There are life jackets available. The pool is equipped with lounge chairs, but everyone is free to bring their own comfortable accommodations. The pool house offers a place to change and shower.

The Edison Elks are once again pleased to co-sponsor the Edison Community Pool, located on Old Post Road in Edison. They look forward to serving the Edison Community and surrounding areas this summer.

The Metuchen YMCA stopped helping the Edison Community Pool. To join the nonprofit pool, you need to join the Elks or Elks Auxiliary or be a member of one of the other groups. I have enjoyed my Community Elks membership in the Edison Elks for 25 years.

The Edison Community Pool located on Old Post Road in South Edison is surrounded by a wooded picnic area. The facility boasts a 25-yard, 4-lane pool, water slide.

Bathrooms with showers are conveniently located around the pool area. A playground make this swim club a place for family fun.

9 Photo St. Thomas Aquinas STA Hall of Famers receive Hall of Fame awards

St. Thomas Aquinas HS adds the 1975 undefeated cross country team to school's Athletic Hall of Fame.

Team members in photo Ken Vercammen, State Champ Chris Heiser, Ken Dillon & Bob Dillon. Staff Athletic Director Matt Silvestri, School Principal Augustus Modla back row Kevin Sacco, President

The 1975 team stands as one of the most dominant squads in program history. Their depth and consistency were unmatched, placing four runners in the top four in 13 of 15 races.

Great event for STA Friday, April 17, 2026

My sister posted some photos on her Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10232484776372097&set=pcb.10232484826133341

10 Congratulations to fellow runners who qualified and ran the Boston Marathon.

When I ran, qualification time was 2:58.

We had 7 runners when I was at the University of Scranton that ran the Marathon.

Newspaper photo from Scranton Times with Boston Marathon finishers

Ray Miller, Jim Haggerty, John Kalinich, Tim Walsh,

Ken Vercammen all in photo, plus Joe Haggerty and Mike Brennan.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

E750 VercammenLaw News

1. St. Thomas Aquinas HS Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner April 17
2. Shillelagh Plunge for Autism on Saturday, April 18th
3. Sayreville Public Library Wills & Estate Planning Seminar April 20
4. Recent cases Stop of vehicle in DWI affirmed and guilty on observation
5. Warrantless search of car affirmed
6. No PTI for gun possession
7. DWI defendant did not have to be advised of right to testify
8. April 20th Happy 420 day

1. St. Thomas Aquinas HS Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner April 17

Friday, April 17 :00 PM – 10:00 PM
Metuchen Golf and Country Club
244 Plainfield Rd, Edison, NJ 08820,
Individual Ticket $125 per person
Dinner & dessert included
Tickets at
https://givebutter.com/sta-award-celebration-wh06ut

Congratulations to 1975 undefeated St. Thomas Aquinas Cross Country Team to be inducted into St. Thomas Aquinas HS Athletic Hall of Fame.

2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees
1975 Cross Country Team with Fred Janiec, Chris Heiser, Ken Vercammen, Tom Kalanta, Bob Horvath Pete McEvoy, Gene Schreiner, Kevin Donegan and Bob Dillon- Cross Country
Megan Herka
Class of 2020, Softball
Jill Dean
Class of 2006, Gymnastics
Jeff Prosdocimo
Class of 2000, Baseball/Basketball/Soccer
Caitlin Cassidy
Class of 2007, Swimming
Amanda Miller
Coach, Swimming/Gymnastics
Kelsey Ransom
Class of 2020, Basketball
Eleni Alvarez
Class of 2021, Cross Country

St. Thomas Aquinas Athletics Hall of Fame .
The STA/BGA Athletics Hall of Fame celebrates the outstanding achievements of athletes, coaches, and team doctors who excelled and served within the Trojan athletic program. This honor recognizes exceptional dedication, perseverance, and accomplishment — and the indelible mark each inductee has left on our athletic legacy. To be inducted is to be forever part of the Trojan family.

The 1975 St. Thomas Aquinas undefeated varsity cross- country team finished with a 15-0 record. The team was so strong they took top 4 runners in 13 out of 15 races, including winning the conference championship. Chris Heiser was the school’s first State champion. Fred Janiec won the county two mile. Ken Vercammen was a 3 time all conference runner and university of Scranton star. Tom Kalanta won the 1/2 mile championship. Bob Horvath was conference 440 champ. Pete McEvoy, Gene Schreiner, Admiral Kevin Donegan and Bob Dillon were among the other standouts. Many continued on to stellar collegiate careers.

2 Shillelagh Plunge for Autism on Saturday, April 18th, 2026

The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh, Jersey Shore, will host the 5th annual Shillelagh Plunge for Autism on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, at 16th Avenue and the ocean in Belmar, NJ. Registration is $50, and includes the plunge and a post-party at D'Jais, starring the “The Holme Band" and The Pat Roddy Band starting at 2pm
https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Belmar/ShillelaghLeprechaunPlungeIntoSummer

3 Sayreville Public Library Wills & Estate Planning Seminar
April 20, 2026 at 6pm
Open to the public. You do not need to be a resident.
SPEAKER:
Kenneth Vercammen, Esq. Edison, (Author- ABA’s “Wills and Estate Administration book”)
Main Topics:
1. What’s new in 2026
2. Dangers If You Have No Will or documents invalid
3. Getting your Estate Planning Documents done when you can’t go to the Law Office
4. What goes into a Will
5. Power of Attorneys recommendations
Living Will & Advance Directive for Medical Care
WILLS & ESTATE ADMINISTRATION-PROTECT YOUR FAMILY AND MAKE PLANNING
This event is free & open to the public.
Registration at
https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1717&EventID=582815&PK=

For info, contact 732-727-0212 x 121
Sayreville Library
1050 Washington Road
Parlin NJ 08859
Aziza Haque
https://www.facebook.com/events/1929203097970108

COMPLIMENTARY MATERIAL: Brochure on Wills, “Answers to Questions about Probate” and Administration of an Estate, Power of Attorney, Living Wills and Trusts.

4 Recent cases Stop of vehicle in DWI affirmed and guilty on observation State v Corkin

Following the denial of his suppression motion, the defendant Kevin J. Corkin pleaded guilty to fourth-degree criminal trespass charged in a four-count Bergen County indictment, and driving while intoxicated, charged in a motor vehicle summons. The trial judge sentenced the defendant in accordance with the terms of the negotiated plea agreement to a 180-day jail term as a condition of a two-year probationary term on the trespass conviction and a concurrent 180-day jail term plus fines, costs, and penalties on the DWI conviction. On the state's motion, the court dismissed the remaining counts of the indictment and the moving violations. At the conclusion of the sentencing hearing, the defendant surrendered his driver's license, but the custodial portion of his sentence was stayed pending the outcome of the appeal.
On appeal, the defendant argued that there was no reasonable basis to stop his vehicle. The Appellate Division affirmed the lower court, finding no error in the motion judge's conclusion that police had reasonable suspicion to conduct the motor vehicle stop based on the totality of the circumstances. Unreported Source Daily Briefing -11-17-25 Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/stop-of-vehicle-in-dwi-affirmed-and.html

5 Warrantless search of car affirmed State v Flores In this narcotics case, the defendant Jose Flores sought reversal of the trial court's denial of his motion to suppress evidence derived from a warrantless search of his motor vehicle. The Appellate Division affirmed the trial court. unreported Source Daily Briefing - 11-25-25
Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law http://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/
https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/warrantless-search-of-car-affirmed.html

6 No PTI for gun possession State v Olexa
The defendant Russell E. Olexa appealed from an order denying his motion for admission into the pre-trial intervention program following his rejection by the Camden County Prosecutor's Office. The Appellate Division affirmed the lower court. The defendant had pleaded guilty to fourth-degree unlawful transport of a handgun. Unreported Source Daily Briefing 12-12-25 Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law
https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/no-pti-for-gun-possession-state-v-olexa.html

7 DWI defendant did not have to be advised of right to testify State v Vizcaya
The defendant Joseph Vizcaya appealed the Law Division order affirming, on de novo review, his municipal court conviction for DWI and several related traffic offenses. The defendant was represented by counsel at the municipal court trial and did not testify. He contended the municipal court judge violated his rights by not advising him of the right to testify. The Appellate Division disagreed and affirmed the lower court. unreported Source Daily Briefing 12-30-25
Full opinion at Criminal Law- Recent Cases Vercammen Law https://njcriminallaw.blogspot.com/2026/02/dwi-defendant-did-not-have-to-be.html

8. April 20th Happy 420 day
April 20th is celebrated as an international counterculture holiday focused on cannabis consumption, culture, and legalization advocacy. Originating from a 1971 California high school code for meeting to smoke, it has grown into a widespread day for unity and celebration. Enjoy the day and stay "Grateful."
The Grateful Dead are deeply connected to this holiday's origins, as the term "420" was coined by a group of California teens known as "the Waldos" in the early 1970s, who were close to the band. The band's entourage helped popularize it as a code for consuming cannabis, making it a beloved counterculture tradition.
Key Connections to the Dead:
· The Originators: The Waldos, friends of bassist Phil Lesh, used "4:20" while searching for a hidden cannabis patch in San Rafael, near the Dead's rehearsal space.
· Spreading the Phrase: As the Waldos became part of the Grateful Dead's entourage, the slang spread among the band and crew, eventually adopted by Deadheads everywhere.
· Long Strange Trip: "420" became a, largely, worldwide code for gathering and enjoying cannabis at 4:20 p.m..
· According to National Day Calendar, 420 Day is celebrated every year on April 20, where cannabis producers, consumers and advocates celebrate and smoke marijuana.
· "Once an unconventional day, the day has become the rallying cry of those who seek to legalize marijuana for medicinal and recreational uses," the company wrote.

Dead Jersey Bands
http://gratefuldeadtributebands.com/showBandData.php?state=NJ

Cosmic Jerry Band
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This Old Engine | Grateful
https://www.facebook.com/ThisOldEngine/

WAYNARD MUSIC / RAINBOW FULL of SOUND
https://waynardmusic.com/rainbow-full-of-sound

Dead reckoning
https://njdeadreckoning.wixsite.com/dead/schedule

Dead On Live
https://www.deadonlive.com/tour.php

Deadbank
https://www.facebook.com/DeadBank

lovelight band
https://lovelightband.net

Dark Star Orchestra
https://www.darkstarorchestra.net/tour/#fall-2023

Splintered Sunlight
https://www.splinteredsunlight.com/dates

American Beauty Band
https://www.americanbeautyband.net/

The Blue Highways Band
https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Blue-Highways-Band-100071089089039/

TOUR | Englishtown Project
https://www.englishtownproject.com/tour

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E748 VercammenLaw News

1 Dr. Brendan & Dr. Morgan Wedding Facebook photos

2. Ken’s friends sing the Wanderer song, a tradition at Vercammen family events

3 Clients charged with 39:4-50 should obtain interlock on primary vehicle and obtain an interlock license

4 Inheritances generating more disputes when Will not properly prepared

5 New Jersey amended the DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) penalties under N.J.S.A. 39:4-50

1 Dr. Brendan & Dr. Morgan Wedding photo, more on Facebook

MORGAN & BRENDAN

MARCH 21, 2026 • Caledonia Golf and Fish Club, a top 100 golf course, Pawleys Island, SC

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2. Ken’s friends sing the Wanderer song by Dion and the Belmonts, a tradition at Vercammen weddings & family events

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3 Clients charged with 39:4-50 should obtain interlock on primary vehicle and obtain an interlock license

How obtain an ignition interlock license (IIL) in New Jersey from MVC

You must install an approved

Ignition Interlock Device (IID), obtain SR-22 insurance, and submit proof of installation to the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). The process involves paying a $100 fee, maintaining the device with monthly, 30-day calibrations, and adhering to all court requirements.

Steps to Obtain an Interlock License

Install an Approved Device: Contact a state-certified vendor to schedule the installation of a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID).
Obtain Insurance: Secure an SR-22 certificate (high-risk insurance).
Provide Documentation: Submit the installation certificate, lease contract, and invoice to the MVC.
Pay Fees: Pay the $100 fee to the MVC.
Maintain Service: The device must be serviced every 30 days to avoid violations.

Key Requirements

Validity: The license is only valid for vehicles equipped with the IID.
Eligibility: You must have had a valid NJ driver's license at the time of the arrest.
Duration: Installation typically lasts 3 to 15 months, depending on the conviction.

Source: https://www.intoxalock.com/state-requirements/new-jersey#:~:text=How Do I Get a,IID notation of their license.

4 Inheritances generating more disputes when Will not properly prepared

As more than 11,000 baby boomers now turn 65 years old every day, approximately $124 trillion is expected to shift to younger generations and charities through 2048, according to Cerulli and Associates. Even with financial advisers helping Americans prepare both boomers and heirs for the largest wealth transfer in history, more disputes are arising, data shows.

Between 2020 and 2024, the number of probate and estate cases entering state courts rose about 32%, based on data from 39 states, according to the independent nonprofit National Center for State Courts.

Much of the increase is tied directly to the massive intergenerational wealth transfer, experts said. As assets shift to Gen X, millennials and Gen Z, planning gaps are turning into lawsuits, hurting relationships and eating into inheritances, they said.

“Traditionally, wealth moves from one spouse to the survivor and then to the kids,” said Scott Rahn, attorney and founding partner at RMO LLP. “But now, things are complicated with blended families and nontraditional families.”

The rise of 401(k)s also has complicated inheritances because they have very specific rules, he said. By federal law, spouses automatically inherit 401(k)s.

However, if an ex-spouse remains listed as the 401(k) beneficiary, they may legally inherit the funds even if they waived their rights to it in a divorce settlement. The estate may be able to sue the ex-spouse for the funds, but only after distribution in some jurisdictions. Whomever inherits the 401(k) can legally change the beneficiaries, which means your retirement savings may end up with someone you didn’t intend to have it.

Why can’t we get along?

Many issues can arise in blended or nontraditional families because laws tend to favor nuclear, biological and marital relationships, and often exclude stepchildren and unmarried partners.

More than half of all Americans either have been or will be included in a blended family during their lifetimes, with 1,300 new stepfamilies forming every day, according to nonprofit The Stepfamily Foundation.

Stepchildren are not automatically considered legal heirs unless they are legally adopted, so they must be specifically named in estate planning documents or risk being unintentionally disinherited.

Disputes also can arise due to perceived favoritism between biological and non-biological children and surviving spouses and children, experts said.

How much do poor planning and disagreements cost?

Just having to go through probate, a legal process that distributes a dead person’s assets and settles their debts, can take many months and cost thousands of dollars.

According to AARP, probate costs run about $1,500 but vary widely from state to state and depends on the size of the estate. Some lawyers estimate total probate costs at around 4% to 7% of the estate’s value, covering legal, administrative and court fees required to settle an estate.

If a dispute arises − such as contesting a will or trust or alleging breach of fiduciary duty − costs can spiral into the tens of thousands of dollars,

How can disputes be avoided?

Some things consider, experts said, include:

Plan for flexibility: This “is probably the best way to plan,” Rahn said. “We often see a lot of plans that have very specific requirements and inflexible requirements (such as in irrevocable trusts), which then you end up in a situation where, people change, their situations change, and then the plan can’t address those changes and circumstances.”

Update documents: Regularly update your documents, including beneficiary information, to account for changes in financial situation, marriages, divorces or any new members of a family including through formal adoption or grandchildren, and your feelings toward any of them or anyone else in your will.

Family meetings: “The single most important thing that people don’t do is to have a family meeting or sit down to talk about these issues,” Rahn said. Conversations about who’s going to be in charge, who’s not, and who’s getting what are difficult, but that “soft side of this science of estate planning is really important” to ward off fights.

Two-thirds of givers admit to procrastinating family wealth-transfer conversations, according to a national RBC Wealth Management survey. Only 39% have provided guidance or instructions to their heirs on what they should do with their inheritance, including how to spend and invest it or give it away to charities.

If relationships are too strained to have those discussions, make sure the reasoning behind estate planning decisions is clear in planning documents and with your estate planning professionals.

source https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2026/03/08/inheritances-legal-fees-disputes-avoid/88944390007/

5 New Jersey amended the DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) penalties under N.J.S.A. 39:4-50

Additional specific updates regarding ignition interlock devices (IID)and sentencing credits that went into effect in early 2024 and 2025. Penalties are primarily determined by the driver's Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) and their history of prior offenses.

First-Offense DWI Penalties

Penalties for a first offense depend on the BAC level at the time of arrest:

· BAC 0.08% to 0.10%

o License Suspension: Forfeiture until an IID is installed; the IID must then remain for 3 months.

o Fines: $250–$400.

o Other: 12–48 hours at an Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC) and a $1,000 annual insurance surcharge for 3 years.

· BAC 0.10% to 0.15%

o License Suspension: Forfeiture until an IID is installed; the IID must then remain for 7–12 months.

o Fines: $300–$500.

o Other: 12–48 hours at IDRC and a $1,000 annual insurance surcharge for 3 years.

· BAC 0.15% or Higher

o License Suspension: Mandatory 4–6 months.

o IID Requirement: Must use an IID during the suspension and for 9–15 months after restoration.

o Fines: $300–$500.

Repeat Offense Penalties

For offenses occurring within 10 years of a prior conviction:

· Second Offense

o License Suspension: 1–2 years.

o Jail Time: Mandatory 48 hours to 90 days.

o IID Requirement: During suspension and for 2–4 years after restoration.

o Fines & Fees: $500–$1,000 fine and 30 days of community service.

· Third or Subsequent Offense

o License Suspension: 8 years (amended from 10 years in recent 2025 legislation).

o Jail Time: Mandatory 180 days; up to 90 days may be served in an approved inpatient rehabilitation program.

o Fines: $1,000.

o IID Requirement: During suspension and for 2–4 years after restoration.

2025 Key Updates & Credits

· "2-for-1" IID Credit: As of April 2025, certain drivers may earn one day off their license suspension for every two days they have a compliant IID installed before their court date.

· Plea Bargaining: Historically prohibited, a 2024 law now allows prosecutors some discretion to offer plea deals in DWI cases under specific conditions, though judicial approval is required.

· 10-Year Step-Down: If 10 years have passed since your last DWI, the court may sentence a subsequent offense as if it were one tier lower (e.g., a second offense treated as a first).

Additional Mandatory Surcharges (All Offenses)

Beyond fines, every conviction includes:

· Insurance Surcharge: $1,000 to $1,500 per year for 3 years.

· Surcharges: $125 DWI surcharge, $100 Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund, and $75 Safe Neighborhood Services Fund.