Category | Personal injury
When is a dog owner liable for their animal’s aggression?
Dogs typically make excellent companions. They can work on farms by protecting livestock or may provide services to those with disabling medical conditions. They can help single people feel safer about living alone. They also provide emotional support and an incentive to exercise. Many families and individuals enjoy having canine...
How a workplace brain injury could affect earning potential
There are many ways for workers to hurt their brains on the job. An employee could fall from a significant elevation. They could drive while on the clock and end up involved in a crash. Oxygen deprivation caused by a near-drowning incident or chemical exposure could also injure the brain,...
What should you know about traumatic brain injuries?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can stem from many different circumstances, including car crashes, slip-and-fall incidents and being struck by an object. Regardless of the cause, individuals with this type of injury should seek medical attention right away. There are many different types of TBIs, and affected individuals can have a...
How to avoid being blamed for accidents as a host in New Jersey
Hosting a party is a common way to bring people together, but what happens if one of your guests leaves intoxicated and causes a car accident? In New Jersey, social hosts can be held legally responsible under certain circumstances. Understanding social host liability Social host liability refers to the legal...
The dangers of workplace eye injuries
Unfortunately, workplace injuries are far too common in New Jersey. While some of these injuries may heal, others may be much more permanent and have higher costs for a person’s ability to live as before. This is certainly true of eye injuries that occur while on the clock. Causes of...
The main types of shoulder injuries in a car crash in New Jersey
In addition to being painful, debilitating shoulder injuries can significantly impact the quality of your life in New Jersey. To effectively prevent and treat shoulder injuries resulting from a car crash, it is crucial to understand the five common types. Whiplash When your car collides with another vehicle or object,...
Car crashes and back injuries
Back injuries resulting from car crashes are a significant concern and can have long-lasting consequences for New Jersey accident victims. Every year, people suffer from varying degrees of back injuries due to the forces exerted during automobile accidents. The spine, composed of vertebrae, discs and delicate nerves, is particularly susceptible...
Amazon workers and warehouse injuries in New Jersey
Injuries are common among Amazon warehouse workers, and that’s why you’ll often see workers’ compensation claims filed against the company. But what you might not know is that these workers are also often reluctant to report their injuries. Which types of injuries are most common among Amazon workers? Some of...
AMTRAK ENGINEER FILES LAWSUIT TIED TO DEADLY CRASH
The engineer on the Amtrak train that crashed in 2015 in Philadelphia has filed a lawsuit against his employer, alleging that Amtrak neglected reports that the trains had been targets of projectiles. Brandon Bostian claims in his lawsuit that a foreign object struck his train shortly before the May, 2015...
Keep Your Family Safe at Community Pools This Summer
“A day at the pool” is a welcome idea during the hot summer months. Follow some simple guidelines to help keep your family safe while at community swimming pools at neighborhood centers or fitness clubs. By following these suggestions, you can minimize the risks to your children from malfunctioning pool...