It is Time for the New Jersey Legislature to Revisit and Change the Three Strikes Law
When the Predicate Convictions Involve a Juvenile By Eric Marcy The legacy of the war against crime of the 1990s has created a system of draconian sentencing enhancements that cruelly …
Professional Licensing – Information Technology Businesses Beware! The Installation of CCTV and Security Systems Requires a State License
With the rapid advancement of technology, the concomitant reduction of cost, and increasing ease of installation of Closed-Circuit Television systems (“CCTV”) many local Informational Technology Companies have begun to dabble …
Psychologists Beware: Insurance Carrier’s “Auditing” Of Psychologist Patient Files – What You Need to Know About Regulations, Confidentiality, and Risk Management
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Health Insurance Carriers (hereafter “Carriers”) are becoming ever present in scrutinizing the provision of psychological services. Psychologists must be very careful in submitting claims when seeking payment …
The Psychologist’s Legal Obligations in Record Compliance and Understanding Proper Risk Management
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Due to the nature of the practice a Psychologist’s obligations relating to the maintenance of proper records is unique. A professional license takes years to acquire …
The Psychologist’s Duty to Warn – Piercing the Psychologist/Patient Privilege
THE PURPOSE OF PRIVILEGE By Eric Marcy, Esq. The purpose of protecting communications between mental health providers and patients is well-established and fosters the important policy that confidentiality during the …
The Confusion Surrounding Governor Murphy’s Executive Orders on Mask Mandates and Statewide Public Health Emergency Orders
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Be Aware of Potential Criminal Liability for Violations of Executive Orders Effective August 9, 2021, Governor Phil Murphy modified existing New Jersey Executive Orders to mandate …
What Are a Social Worker’s Obligations Under the New Jersey Administrative Code When an Insurance Company Demands to Conduct an Audit of Patient Records?
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Under New Jersey Law Health Care Insurance, Carriers (“Carrier(s)”) have specific, defined, and limited authority to have access to a licensed Social Worker’s records involving services …
Understanding Options for Modifying Parole Conditions
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding Parole At times, a specific parole condition may become unnecessary, burdensome, or interfere with the parolee’s employment prospects and/or rehabilitation. The …
Could the NFL Have Criminal Problems?
Stunning Allegations by Former Miami Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores and Others May Implicate Criminal Activity By Eric Marcy, Esq. In a remarkable class action lawsuit filed against the National …
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