Workplace accidents sometimes trace back to someone other than your direct employer, like a subcontractor’s lapse, a defective machine or a negligent property owner. When that happens, New Jersey workers may be able to combine traditional workers’ compensation...
In our daily lives, we are reliant on a wide range of products and goods. For the most part, these products make our lives easier. When they do not function properly, they can cause disruptions in a consumer’s life, ranging from minor inconveniences to severe...
Being stopped by police who suspect you are driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is often a stressful experience. Even if you tell the police officers you have not been drinking alcohol, you may be asked to step out of your vehicle and perform field...
Most serious injuries require a set time for treatment and recovery; however, taking time off from work to seek medical care can feel counterproductive. Medical bills can be costly, making it vital that the injured individual continues to work to pay for these and...
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month. That means New Jerseyans will see the PSAs reminding everyone to "look twice, save a life," and "share the road." But, even with all the billboards and yard signs, too many catastrophic collisions occur between cars and motorcycles....
While any criminal allegation can be overwhelming and detrimental, accusations of domestic violence have the potential to harm the accused in several facets of their life. Not only are they faced with possible criminal consequences, but also their reputation is...
When a product does not work as expected, it is not always easy to tell whether the issue lies in the product itself or in how it is being used. In New Jersey, understanding this distinction is critical, especially if the product causes harm. The state’s product...
On August 5, 2021 Governor Murphy signed into law Senate Bill #2208 which provides for, among other things, that an operator of a motor vehicle overtaking and passing a bicycle proceeding in the same direction on a highway shall comply with the requirements for passing and overtaking a motor vehicle such that when the motorist passes the bicycle it must…
If you've recently received a traffic ticket, you may be worried about how it affects your driving record. The good news? Not every violation adds points to your license. In this blog, we'll explore the driving violations in New York City that don't result in points....
The legal clock never truly stops ticking when it comes to workplace injuries. Even after your workers' compensation case closes, your body continues its own timeline of healing, or sometimes, deterioration. When medical conditions worsen or new injury-related...