Childbirth is a joyful and sometimes dangerous process. It is not uncommon for newborn babies to receive birth injuries as they are being delivered. Here are four of the most common orthopedic injuries that newborns may receive during childbirth in New Jersey. Erb's...
Month: May 2021
Common mistakes that can lead to legal malpractice
Attorneys should always strive to please their clients and follow the law. If they do not, not only do they put their clients in a difficult position, but they also may be committing legal malpractice. As you work alongside your attorney in your case, you need to keep...
Mental abuse in nursing homes
Nursing home abuse is a serious problem in New Jersey and throughout the country. There are several forms of nursing home abuse, ranging from neglect to outright physical or verbal abuse. The harm that nursing home residents can submit a claim for includes...
What is legal malpractice?
Malpractice refers to the negligence performed by qualified professionals, such as dentists, doctors and lawyers. You may have a legal malpractice case if a New Jersey lawyer recently performed work for you that was below the standards expected from such an individual...
Rideshare accident liability if a driver is under the influence
When people have been injured or have lost their lives in a New Jersey auto accident, some consideration might center on who is responsible and what options are available. If, however, a collision occurred when the victim was a passenger in a rideshare, there might be...
What to do if you suspect nursing home abuse
New Jersey law states that the management of a nursing home is responsible for the care of its residents. They should have a written policy that confirms this and present it to you. If you're seeing indications of nursing home negligence, you have a responsibility to...