What Does the Jury Decide? What Does the Judge Decide?
Though lawyers will almost always prepare a personal injury case for the likelihood of trial, as a practical matter, most personal injury cases (about 97%) settle beforehand. If your case d… [Read more…]
What Happens If Your Injuries Don’t Become Apparent for Months or Years?
In New Jersey, as in all states, when you have suffered injury or loss because of the carelessness or negligence of another person, you have the right to take legal action… [Read more…]
Who Is Responsible? What If You Were Partially At Fault?
E-bikes have taken the nation by storm, with sales quadrupling over the last four years. They offer an affordable and easy way to get around. In addition, because most e-bikes become moto… [Read more…]
How Is Liability Determined When the Weather Causes or Contributes to a Crash?
Drivers in New Jersey can expect to encounter almost any type of weather, from heavy rains and high winds to snow and ice. There’s a common perception that weather i… [Read more…]
What Can You Expect to Recover When a Loved One Dies on the Job?
In New Jersey, as in all states, when you suffer any type of injury at work, you have the right to file a workers’ compensation claim to cover lost income, as well as all reasonab… [Read more…]
How Does the Court Establish Liability? Is the Trailing Driver Always Responsible?
If you’ve been involved in a rear-end crash, you’re in good company. It’s the most common type of motor vehicle accident, accounting for about a third of all col… [Read more…]
What Not to Do When You’ve Been Hurt at Work
In New Jersey, as in all states, when you’ve suffered an injury on the job, you have a right to seek benefits through the state’s workers’ compensation system. It’s a pretty straightforward process, … [Read more…]
Your Rights after a Slip and Fall Caused by Inadequate Lighting
Though most slip and fall accidents occur because of slippery surfaces or poorly maintained steps, walkways, driveways, or other thoroughfares, the cause often involves poor or ina… [Read more…]
Can You Sue the Host If You’re Hurt by a Drunk Party Guest?
It’s summer… time for pool and deck parties, barbecues, and other social gatherings, which often include alcohol. Unfortunately, far too often, a party guest will have too much to dr… [Read more…]
Bill Would Require Employers to Take Safety Measures
Did you know that you can pursue workers’ compensation benefits in New Jersey if you suffer heat-related injuries during the course of your employment? For example, if you work in constructio… [Read more…]