Injuries Using E-Scooters, E-Bikes and Hoverboards
When they first made their debut on store shelves in the middle of the previous decade, hoverboards (along with similar products like e-scooters and e-bikes, collectively referred to as micromobility products) seemed more like a fancy toy or short-lived trend, rather than a utilitarian transportation option.
The Dog Bite Survival Guide
With more than 4.7 million dog-bite injuries recorded each year in the United States, it is very important to make sure that are legally covered if your dog decides to lash out.
Fatal Crashes Involving Cyclists and Pedestrians in N.J.
As the year 2021 concludes and the final reports from law enforcement and road safety organizations are tallied, an indisputable fact arises from the data: New Jersey’s roads are getting more dangerous, especially for cyclists and pedestrians.
Why Have Car Crash Deaths Surged During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Since the early 1980s, our nation’s roads had been getting safer. Public awareness campaigns, law enforcement efforts, and technological developments in automotive safety had been combining to produce a trend – with minor fluctuations – of fewer deaths on America’s roads by the year. And then the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
America’s Deadliest Roads in NJ
“The deadliest road in America” is something you’d rather find as the catch phrase to a Hollywood movie than as part of your daily commute.
When Suing a Public Entity for Injuries under Title 59 Restrictions
When you have suffered injuries in an accident caused by someone else's recklessness or negligence, there are many things to deal with.
New Jersey Turnpike Accident Settles for $312,500
I represented a gentleman who had attended a family graduation party in New Jersey and was driving home to Maryland when he was rear-ended on the New Jersey Turnpike.
Guns Found at Airport Checkpoints
Anyone who has boarded an airplane in the US in the last 20 years knows that airport security has very tight safety precautions.
Dangerous Trucks
Travel of any kind has its risks. For instance, some people refuse to fly because they're afraid of a plane crash.
Settling Your Child’s Case: What is a Friendly Judgment Hearing?
Pursuing an injury claim when a child has been hurt in an accident is a little different from seeking compensation for injuries for an adult who has been hurt in an accident.
Motorcycle Laws in NJ
Riding a motorcycle is naturally more dangerous than driving a car or truck and requires a different set of skills to drive safely on the road.
Can Health Insurance, Medicare or Medicaid Assert a Claim for My Settlement Funds?
When you initiate a personal injury claim, many times the recovery you're seeking is intended, in part, to pay for your medical expenses, which may have to be reimbursed to a company health plan, Medicare or Medicaid.
Liens and Personal Injury Settlements
If you've agreed to a settlement for your personal injury case, you might expect that that the case has been resolved, and the net personal injury settlement after legal expenses and attorney's fees is yours to keep.
What Happens After Deposition in a Motor Vehicle Accident Case in NJ
Pursuing an injury claim into the courtroom may be the only way to receive just compensation for your motor vehicle accident injuries, if the insurance company refuses to agree to compensate you fairly with a reasonable settlement.
10 Most Common Causes of NJ Motor Vehicle Accidents
While it certainly goes without saying that the vast majority of automotive crashes are “accidents,” both in the colloquial sense and in that they are unintended, it’s also true that most car accidents are caused by preventable errors and poor choices by at least one of the drivers involved.
NJ Motor Vehicle Accidents Frequently Asked Questions
Any motor vehicle accident, regardless of its severity, is a source of distress as the mind immediately jumps to worst-case possibilities. Once the initial shock of “what just happened” and “did someone hit me” fade and you begin to understand the situation, other questions rush in to take their place: How will you pay for«more»
Herniated Discs Injuries in New Jersey
Injuries affecting the back, neck, and spine can have serious consequences for the injured person and their family, as injuries of this kind have the potential to make it impossible to return to a physically-demanding job and can interfere with nearly all aspects of everyday life on a long-term basis. Herniated spinal discs are one such type of back or neck injury that can result from many different sorts of accident, including automotive and cycling crashes, as well as slips and falls.
NJ Landowners Responsibility to Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents
Nearly five percent of all emergency room patients in the United States seek treatment for injuries suffered in a slip and fall accident. When one of these accidents takes place on property owned and maintained by some other party, the person who was injured may have the ability to file suit for damages resulting from their injuries, if the owner or occupier of the property was negligent in some fashion. Understanding the circumstances under which a property owner is considered negligent in slip and fall accidents and other premises liability matters is critical both for landowners and for individuals who find themselves injured after a slip and fall or other accident.
Falls in Amusement Parks
New Jersey is fortunate to be home to many amusement parks, from local theme parks to Six Flags. Six Flags is one of the largest amusement park, water park and safari chains in the country. Theme parks provide a sense of adventure, playfulness, and safety within their borders – which is why it seems all the more jarring when something goes wrong and someone is hurt. The idea of an accident at an amusement park conjures up images of roller-coaster disasters, but as a fraction of all personal injury claims at theme parks, these catastrophes are thankfully rare. Much more commonly, the sort of accidents that result in an injury claim and a potential lawsuit are rather mundane: the same sort of slip and fall accident that can happen in a supermarket or a restaurant.
What To Do After a NJ Car Crash
Car crashes are unexpected, stressful, dangerous situations that even the most defense drivers aren't prepared for. Remember, it is not an accident – it is a car crash. You do not pick up an accident report – it is called a “police report” for a reason. Even the most careful drivers who follow the rules of the road can find themselves in a crash caused by someone else who was distracted, careless or disregarded traffic and road conditions. With more than 50,000 auto accidents taking place on New Jersey roads every year, it pays to familiarize yourself with the basic steps to take in the event that you’re involved in a NJ car crash.
Deadliest Intersections on NJ Roads
Whether it’s during our daily work commute, running errands around town, or visiting with friends and family, automotive travel is an integral part of everyday life for most Americans. Unfortunately, it’s also a leading cause of death, according to recent CDC reports. Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that, for people in the US under the age of 55, fatal car accidents are the most common cause of death.
NJ Car Accident Personal Injury Payout
Automotive transportation is a fundamental element of American life, and especially in New Jersey, the most densely populated state in the country. That means we share the road with a lot of other vehicles. And unfortunately, where there are large numbers of automobiles, there is a high risk of automotive accidents. No one is immune«more»
What Is New Jersey No-Fault Insurance?
If you’re injured in a car accident, who is responsible for paying your medical bills and other expenses? Most people guess that the insurance company for the other driver that caused the accident is responsible to pay your medical bills – and in many states, they’d be right. However, New Jersey is one of twelve«more»