Frank T. Luciano, PC

The Duty of a Lawyer to Turn Over Evidence of a Crime
Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris, drugs, possession, ethical dilemmas
Social Networking Evidence in a Criminal Prosecution
An article addressing a Freedom of Information Act in a criminal case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
Mandatory Extended Term Sentences
An article addressing authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal legal malpractice attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in legal malpractice cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties
Money Laundering
An article addressing a lawyer's ethical responsibilities in a fee-shifting case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
Plea Negotiations
An article addressing plea negotiations in Federal prosecutions by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
The Right to Counsel and the Prospect of Deporation
An article addressing a the Sixth Amendment Right to Counsel and the Prospects of Deportation authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties
Sentencing
An article addressing negotiated senteces authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
Immunity From Prosecution Under the Turnover Statute
An article addressing a lawyer's ethical responsibilities in a fee-shifting case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
Miranda Warning
Frank T. Luciano has been working in courthouses across the northern parts of the state of New Jersey for over 30 years aggressively defending the criminally accused. His practice has a special emphasis in drug cases. He has published books and lectured in this area of the law. He has published a monthly column in the Gazette on issues relating to drunk driving (DWI) and drug prosecutions. He participates in regular programs and seminars offered by continuing legal education association and is also a member of the country’s leading trial lawyer associations, including the American Trial Lawyers Association (now known as the American Association for Justice), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Legal Committee of the National Association for the Reformation of Marijuana Laws (NORML), the American Bar Association, the New Jersey Bar Association, in which he is a member of select sections, including the Criminal Law Section and the Municipal Court Section
Use of Canines in Drug Investigations
An article relating to the use of dogs/canines in drug cases/prosecution authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients accused of drug related charges for almost 35 years. He works in Bergen, Pasasic, Morris and Hudson Counties. The municipalities he visits, include Closter, Elmwood Park, Hackensack, Hasbrouck Heights, Fort Lee, Lodi, Saddle Brook, Saddle River, Ridgewood, Rochelle Park, Woodcliff Lake.
Medical Marijuana Laws
An article presenting an overview of New Jersey's anticipated medical marijuana/pot law authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Lodi, New Jersey, For over 30 years, Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients accused of drug offenses. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex and Morris Counties.
Drug Courts
A primer on the New Jersey Drug Courts authored by Frank T. Luciano. Mr. Luciano is an experienced attorney who has represented numerous clients involved in drug related offenses. From his office in Bergen County, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex, and Hudson Counties.
Government's Use of Expert Witnesses
This is an article that addresses the use of expert witnesses in New Jersey drug cases, written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an attorney with over 30 years of experience with a practice that focuses in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Morris Counties.
Loss of License Penalties for a Drug Conviction
Ab article relating to the "hardship exception" to New Jersey's drug statute that requires a mandatory license loss if conviction occurs, written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., who has over 30 years of experience with a practice that focuses in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Morris Counties.
How to Choose An Attorney
A primer on questions to ask when deciding to engage an attorney to defend you in a drug related offense.
Collateral Consequences of a Conviction
This article contains potential collateral consequences of a drug conviction. What happens if you are convicted for drugs? You can lose your college scholarship or financial aid if you are convicted of a drug offense. You can lose your right to government housing if you are convicted of a drug offense. You can lose you driver's license or your right to vote if you are convicted of a drug offense.

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Violation of Probation:

The Process in Juvenile Cases
An article addressing a lawyer's ethical responsibilities in a fee-shifting case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.

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New Jersey drink driving (DWI/DUI):

New Jersey's Drunk Driving Statute and the Issue of Operation
An article relating to the issues of operation as that term is received in Drunk Driving (DWI/DUI) cases authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq. whose office is located in Bergen County. For almost 35 years, Mr. Luciano has represented clients accused of drunk driving (DWI/DUI). He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
Youthful Offenders (Part III)
An article relating to the use of expert witnesses in drunk driving (DWI/DUI) cases where the intoxicant is a drug authored by Frank T. Luciano whose office is located in Bergen County. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients accused of drunk driving/DWI for over thirty years. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
Volume 1 of Handbook
DWI, Drunk Driving, Defense, Information, Laws, New Jersey, Bergen, Bergen County, Passaic, Passaic County, Hudson, Hudson County
Field Sobriety Test
A primer on the standard field sobriety tests in the state of New Jersey

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Expungements:

Exceptions to the Statute
An article identifying certain exclusions and disqualifies to New Jersey's Expungement Statute. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, an experienced criminal defense attorney in Bergen County, New Jersey who has over thirty (30) years of experience representing individuals accused of crimes in New Jersey. Mr. Luciano represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Middlexsex Counties. His office is located at 147 Main Street, Lodi, New Jersey and his telephone number is (973) 471-0004
General Concepts
A primer of New Jersey Expungment Statutes, authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., a seasoned trial attorney in Bergen County with 30 years experience working in Bergen County, Passaic County, Morris County, Hudson County, and Essex County.

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Criminal Defense Litigation:

DRUG/CRIMINAL ATTORNEY IN BERGEN (HACKENSACK), PASSAIC (PATERSON) AND MORRIS (TOWN) COUNTIES: THE RIGHT TO AN INDICTMENT, THE LAW OF CONSPIRACY AND THE LESSER INCLUDED OFFENSE CONCEPT
An article addressing The Right to An Indictment, The Law of Conspriracy and the Lesser Included Offense, authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in criminal cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties
CRIMINAL LAW IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES: MOTOR VEHICLE STOPS AND THE FOURTH AMENDMENT
Can a prior conviction under New Jersey's Baby DWI Statute enhance the penalties of a subsequent adult DWI conviction?
An article relating to the use of a prior conviction under New Jersey's Baby DWI Statute in a subsequent adult DWI case authored by Frank T. Luciano whose office is located in Bergen County. For almost 35 years, Mr. Luciano has represented clients accused of drunk driving/DWI. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.

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Complex Civil Litigation:

An article addressing Alternative Theories of Liability to Overcome the “No Duty to Control the Conduct of Another” Rule authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced litigation attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in litigation cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
Dram Shop, theories of liability, DWI, driving while intoxicated, breach of duty
NEW JERSEY CONSUMER FRAUD LAWYER IN BERGEN, PASSAIC AND MORRIS COUNTIES: THE ENFORCEABILITY OF OF AN ARBITRATION CLAUSE IN A CONSUMER FRAUD CASE
An article addressing a the enforceability of an arbitration clause in a Consumer Fraud case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced legal malpractice attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in legal malpractice cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties
LEGAL MALPRACTICE ATTORNEY IN BERGEN, PASSAIC AND MORRIS COUNTIES: CAN A CLIENT SUE AN ATTORNEY FOR AN IMPROVIDENT SETTLEMENT?
An article relating to the ability of a client to sue a lawyer for negligent advice that induced a settlement authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Lodi. For almost 35 years, Mr. Luciano has represented numerous claimants in legal malpractice cases. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, and Hudson Counties.
CONSTRUCTION LAW IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES: THE DOCTRINE OF EQUITABLE SUBROGATION
This is an article relating to the use of the Doctrine of Equitable Subrogation in construction cases, involving an insurance carrier written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Bergen County. Mr. Luciano has represented contractors, sub-contractors, material suppliers and land owners involved in construction disputes for over thirty years. He works in Bergen , Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
LEGAL MALPRACTICE LAW IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES: CAN A LAW FIRM BE HELD VICARIOUSLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTS OF ITS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR?
An article relating to the question of whether a law firm can be vicariously liable for the legal malpractice of a lawyer functioning as an independent contractor. Authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Bergen County. For almost 35 years, Mr. Luciano has represented clients in complex civil cases, including legal malpractice claims. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.

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Criminal Defense Articles:

CRIMINAL LAWYER IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES: BAIL FORFEITURE AND THE BAIL REMITTITUR GUIDELINES
An article relating to bail forfeiture and bail remittitur authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Lodi. For over 30 years, Mr. Luciano has represented clients accused of criminal offenses in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
CRIMINAL LAWYER IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES: BAIL FORFEITURE AND THE BAIL REMITTUR GUIDELINES
An article relating to bail forfeiture and bail remittitur authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Lodi. For over 30 years, Mr. Luciano has represented clients accused of criminal offenses in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
CRIMINAL LAW IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES: THE DYING DECLARATION EXCEPTION TO THE HEARSAY RULE
This is an article relating to the Dying Declaration Exception to the Hearsay Rule authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., who office is located in Bergen County, New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals accused of crimes in New Jersey. Mr. Luciano works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
IS THE MISSING WITNESS INFERENCE NOW MIA IN CRIMINAL CASES? (2 of 2)
An article relating to the use of a missing witness inference (Clawans Inference) in a criminal trial authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal defense attorney whose office is located in Bergen County, New Jersey. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients accused of serious offenses for over 30 years. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano at (973-471-0004 or www.ftluciano@aol.com
IS THE MISSING WITNESS INFERENCE NOW MIA IN CRIMINAL CASES? (1 of 2)
An article relating to the use of a missing witness inference (Clawans Inference) in a criminal trial authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced criminal defense attorney whose office is located in Bergen County, New Jersey. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients accused of serious offenses for over 30 years. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano at (973-471-0004 or www.ftluciano@aol.com
PAROLE ELIGIBILITY HEARINGS IN THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY
An article addressing the major issues associated with parole eligibility hearings authored by Frank T. Luciano whose office is located in Bergen County. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, an experienced criminal defense attorney in Bergen County New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals accused of crimes in New Jersey. From his office in Lodi, New Jersey, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling him at 973-471-0004.
The Right to Bail in Jersey: Bail Options and Other Related Issues (4 of 4)
This article is a primer related to the Right to Bail in New Jersey, including bail options (ROR bail and 10% alternative bail, bail source hearings, and bail forfeiture. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, an experienced criminal defense attorney in Bergen County New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals in bail hearings in New Jersey. From his office in Lodi, New Jersey, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling him at 973-471-0004.
The Right to Bail in Jersey: Bail Options and Other Related Issues (3 of 4)
This article is a primer related to the Right to Bail in New Jersey, including bail options (ROR bail and 10% alternative bail, bail source hearings, and bail forfeiture. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, an experienced criminal defense attorney in Bergen County New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals in bail hearings in New Jersey. From his office in Lodi, New Jersey, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling him at 973-471-0004.
The Right to Bail in Jersey: Bail Options and Other Related Issues (2 of 4)
This article is a primer related to the Right to Bail in New Jersey, including bail options (ROR bail and 10% alternative bail, bail source hearings, and bail forfeiture. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, an experienced criminal defense attorney in Bergen County New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals in bail hearings in New Jersey. From his office in Lodi, New Jersey, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling him at 973-471-0004.
The Right to Bail in Jersey: Bail Options and Other Related Issues (1 of 4)
This article is a primer related to the Right to Bail in New Jersey, including bail options (ROR bail and 10% alternative bail, bail source hearings, and bail forfeiture. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, an experienced criminal defense attorney in Bergen County New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals in bail hearings in New Jersey. From his office in Lodi, New Jersey, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling him at 973-471-0004.
The Frailties of Eyewitness Identification and New Jersey's Response
An article that explores the serious problems associated with eye-witness testimony, written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an attorney with over thirty years of experience, with a practice that focuses in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Morris Counties.
New Jersey Drug Arrest Series Part I
A series of articles written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq. Mr. Luciano is an attorney with an office in Bergen County who has over 30 years of experience defending individuals arrested for various drug related offenses.
New Jersey Drug Arrest Series Part II
Part II of a series of articles written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq. Mr. Luciano is an attorney with an office in Bergen County who has over 30 years of experience defending individuals arrested for various drug related offenses.

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Drunk Driving (DWI/DUI) & Municipal Court Articles:

Drunk Driving in New Jersey: The Articuable Suspicion and Probable Cause Standards
An article relating to the issues of probable cause and articuable suspicion in drunk driving (DWI/DUI) cases authored by Frank T. Luciano whose office is located in Bergen County. For almost 35 years, Mr. Luciano has represented clients accused of drunk driving/DWI. He works in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Essex Counties.
Baby Boozers: The Consequences of Underage Drinking in New Jersey (3 of 3)
An article relating to the criminal and civil consequences of underage drinking, written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an attorney who practices law in Beregen, Passaic, Hudson and Morris Counties. This article explores a teenager's criminal liability for underage drinking and the jeopardy associated with drunk driving (DWI/DUI) which is sometimes referred to as a "baby DWI." It also develops the civil liability of bars, restaurants, parents and other adults who serve minors an alcoholic beverage.
Baby Boozers: The Consequences of Underage Drinking in New Jersey (1 of 3)
An article relating to the criminal and civil consequences of underage drinking, written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an attorney who practices law in Beregen, Passaic, Hudson and Morris Counties. This article explores a teenager's criminal liability for underage drinking and the jeopardy associated with drunk driving (DWI/DUI) which is sometimes referred to as a "baby DWI." It also develops the civil liability of bars, restaurants, parents and other adults who serve minors an alcoholic beverage.
Baby Boozers: The Consequences of Underage Drinking in New Jersey (2 of 3)
An article relating to the criminal and civil consequences of underage drinking, written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an attorney who practices law in Beregen, Passaic, Hudson and Morris Counties. This article explores a teenager's criminal liability for underage drinking and the jeopardy associated with drunk driving (DWI/DUI) which is sometimes referred to as a "baby DWI." It also develops the civil liability of bars, restaurants, parents and other adults who serve minors an alcoholic beverage.
The Use of Demeanor Evidence in Drunk Driving Cases in New Jersey
A Primer on the use of demeanor evidence in NJ drunk driving cases authored by Frank T. Luciano, a seasoned attorney with over 30 years of experience defending individuals charged with drunk driving/DWI/DUI. From his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic County, Essex County, Hudson County and Morris County.
How to Choose a Drunk Driving DWI Lawyer in New Jersey
important questions that you should ask to assist you in making an intelligent decision when you engage a lawyer to represent you in defending a Drunk Driving/DWI or other alcohol-related offenses
Tips & Tidbits
Bergen County, Passaic County, Hudson County, DWI, Drunk Driving, Drug Defense, Attorney, Lawyer

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Complex Civil Litigation Articles:

CONSUMER FRAUD LAW IN BERGEN, PASSAIC AND MORRRIS COUNTIES: CONSUMER SAFEGUARD IN DOOR-TO-DOOR TRANSACTION.
ATTORNEY FEE-SHIFTING OPPORTUNITIES IN NEW JERSEY
This is an article relating to attorney fee-shifting opportunities in New Jersey authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., whose office is located in Bergen County, New Jersey. Mr. Luciano has over 30 years of experience. From his office in Lodi, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling (473) 471-0004.
COMPLEX CIVIL LITIGATION IN BERGEN AND PASSAIC: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS AND THE DOCTRINE OF LACHES
An article the doctrine of laches and its relationship to the statute of limitations. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced attorney in Bergen County, New Jersey who has over 30 years of experience representing individuals involved in complex civil cases in New Jersey. From his office in Lodi, New Jersey, he represents clients in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Hudson and Union Counties. You can contact Mr. Luciano by calling him at (973) 471-0004.
New Jersey's Dram Shop Statute: A Help or Hindrance?
A primer on the New Jersey Dram Shop Statute. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, a seasoned attorney with over 30 years of experience. In his career, Mr. Luciano has been involved in many dram shop related cases, both for the plaintiff and the defense. Out of his office in Bergen County, he represents clients in Bergen County, Passaic County, Hudson County, Morris County and Essex County.
New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor's Legal Handbook
Part I of the New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor's Legal Handbook. This is a handbook written by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an attorney with thirty years of experience.
New Jersey's Consumer Fraud Act: The Big Hammer
King Lear's Curse: An Improvident Gift in New Jersey
A primer on selected issues related to improvident gifts in New Jersey. This article is authored by Frank T. Luciano, a seasoned attorney in Bergen County New Jersey who has years of experience with will and gift challenges. From his office in Lodi, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris and Hudson Counties.
Legal Malpractice Cases in New Jersey: The Need for an Expert Witness
A Primer on the need for expert witnesses in legal malpractice cases in New Jersey
Will Contests: The Struggle After Death in New Jersey
A primer on the most common causes of a will contest.
Retrieving an Improvident Gift
A discussion on the effect of Undue Influence, and Special/Confidential Relationships on the validity of a gift in New Jersey.
Guidelines For Anticipated Testimony
You may be a litigant, the victim of the crime or a accident, an eyewitness, or possessed of some special knowledge about the events that are subject of a legal controversy.To ensure that a judge or jury will be able to make a fair and just decision in the case, you must testify in a reasonably accurate manner.

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General Legal Articles:

How to Purchase Automobile Insurance in New Jersey
Bergen, Passaic and Hudson County Insurance and Accident Lawyer

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News:

Frank T. Luciano, P.C. Updates
On this web page, you can find the current events occurring at Frank T. Luciano, P.C. including, updates to the website, interesting news articles, new and interesting developments in the law, and what is happening on our blog sites.

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Newsletters:

Spring, 2009 [PDF]
This is the Spring 2009 Newsletter of the law office of Frank T. Luciano, P.C. Frank T. Luciano is an experienced attorney in Bergen County who provides legal services throughout northern New Jersey. This newsletter provides some information which may be helpful to you.
Winter 2008 Newsletter [PDF]
The Winter 2008 Newsletter for Frank T. Luciano, P.C. Includes information related to the law practice and a recipe pumpkin ravioli with sage and butternut squash.
Fall 2008 Newsletter [PDF]
The Fall 2008 Edition of the Newletter for Frank T. Luciano, P.C.

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Criminal Defense Litigation:

Drug Possessions
Northern New Jersey attorney who is very experienced in defending people arrested for drug related offenses. He has experience defending everyone from the major drug king-pin to the kid arrested for possessing a small amount of a narcotic. In fact, his experience has led him to place a specialized emphasis on the defense of individuals arrested for drug related offenses. From his office in Bergen County, he represents accused in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex and Hudson Counties.
Expungements
An experienced New Jersey Expungment Lawyer. Frank T. Luciano, Esq., is a seasoned trial attorney whose office is located in Bergen County with 30 years experience working in Bergen County, Passaic County, Morris County, Hudson County, and Essex County.
Vehicular Homicides
Northern New Jersey attorney who is very experienced in defending people arrested for vehicular homicide especially those vehicular homicide cases resulting from drunk driving. From his office in Bergen County, he represents accused in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex and Hudson Counties.
Probation Violations
Northern New Jersey attorney who is very experienced in defending people arrested for violating their probations. From his office in Bergen County, he represents accused in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex and Hudson Counties.
Drunk Driving (DWI / DUI)
Northern New Jersey attorney who is very experienced in defending individuals arrested for drunk driving/DWI/DUIs. Frank T. Luciano has authored books and articles on drunk driving laws and the defense of drunk driving arrests in New Jersey. From his office in Bergen County, he represents individuals in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris, Hudson and Middlesex Counties.
Crimes of Violence
Northern New Jersey attorney who is very experienced in defending people arrested for crimes of violence. From his office in Bergen County, he represents accused in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex and Hudson Counties.
Juvenile Offenses
Northern New Jersey attorney who is very experienced in defending juveniles arrested for various criminal offenses. From his office in Bergen County, he represents accused in Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex and Hudson Counties.

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Complex Civil Litigation:

NEW JERSEY CONSUMER FRAUD LAWYER IN BERGEN, PASSAIC, AND MORRIS COUNTIES: THE ENFORCEABILITY OF AN ARBITRATION CAUSE IN A CONSUMER FRAUD CASE (1 of 3)
An article addressing Consumer Fraud authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced legal malpractice attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in legal malpractice cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties
LEGAL MALPRACTICE LAWYER IN BERGEN, PASSAIC AND MORRIS COUNTIES: ATTORNEY FEE SHIFTING OPPORTUNITY AND AN ATTORNEY'S ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
An article addressing a lawyer's ethical responsibilities in a fee-shifting case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced legal malpractice attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in legal malpractice cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.
Construction Litigation
Experienced Northern New Jersey lawyer, construction litigation attorney representing, home builders, home restoration, and home improvement contractors as well as construction corporations. Out of his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Morris Counties.
Consumer Fraud Litigation
Experienced Northern New Jersey lawyer, Consumer Fraud litigation attorney representing merchants accused of consumer fraud as well as individuals defrauded by businesses which have been misrepresented various factors which the individual has relied upon. Out of his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Morris Counties. NJSA 56:8-1 et al
Zoning/Land Use Litigation
Experienced Northern New Jersey lawyer, Land Use and Zoning attorney. Mr. Luciano, a former planning board attorney, represents and assists clients through the complex zoning and land use application process and litigation. Out of his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Morris Counties.
Catastrophic Personal Injury Claims
Northern New Jersey Attorney who represents people with serious catastrophic personal injuries and wrongful death claims. Out of his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Morris Counties.
Will and Gift Contests
Frank T. Luciano is a lawyer in Northern New Jersey. He is an experienced attorney at handling various complex litigation cases involving challenges and controversies related to wills, estates, and gifts. This includes cases of undue influence, duress, fraud, confidential relationships, incompetency, testamentary capacity and gifts from parent to child. From his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Morris and Hudson Counties.
Liquor-Law/Dram Shop Liability
Experienced Northern New Jersey attorney who handles many liquor liability claims on behalf of restaurant, bars, clubs, and victims. He has experience handling dram shop liability cases for an insurance carrier. Out of his office in Bergen County, he handles cases in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Morris Counties.
Legal Malpractice Cases
Northern New Jersey Attorney with experience handling legal malpractice cases. From his office in Bergen County, he handles legal malpractice cases in Bergen County, Essex County, Morris County, Passaic County and Hudson County

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NEW JERSEY'S CONSUMER FRAUD LAWYER IN BERGEN, PASSAIC AND MORRIS COUNTIES: THE ENFORCEABILITY OF AN ARBITRATION CLAUSE IN A CONSUMER FRAUD CASE
An article addressing a consumer fraud case authored by Frank T. Luciano, Esq., an experienced legal malpractice attorney whose office is located in Lodi. Mr. Luciano has represented numerous clients in legal malpractice cases for over thirty years. He works in Bergen (Hackensack, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Woodcliff Lake, Closter, Englewood, Fair Lawn), Passaic (Passaic, Paterson, Wayne, Totowa), Hudson (Jersey City, Union City, Hoboken), Morris (Morristown, Long Valley) and Essex (Newark) Counties.

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