There are many concerns that one might have after suffering a car accident but what happens if one of the drivers does not have car insurance? This can be a pitfall for many and it is important to know what can be done when dealing with a motor vehicle accident and...
Personal Injury
Have you been injured? Get medical help immediately.
Whether you have been in a car crash, have taken a fall on a poorly-maintained sidewalk or were harmed by a faulty product, you may not know what to do next. Reporting your accident to authorities is critical, but it is also essential to have your injuries examined by...
Scaffolding safety requirements on construction sites
New Jersey construction jobs range from retail centers and high rise buildings to hospitals and infrastructure projects. They are a sign of a growing, thriving economy. However, construction workers must deal with various hazards every day, making it one of the most...
What are the most common causes of spinal cord injuries?
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are life-altering injuries that not only affect someone’s ability to move and feel, but also cost individuals thousands of dollars each year in medical expenses and other related costs. Although many people are aware of this devastating...
What is the lifetime cost of care for a spinal cord injury?
Being released from the hospital and going home can be a big accomplishment after being diagnosed with a spinal cord injury (SPI). However, going home after your injury can get you wondering about your future.You probably already expect that your injury may affect...
Owners might not be liable for a customer’s slip and fall
Owning a business requires optimism in the face of risks. Retail spaces host every kind of person in all states of attention in every weather New Jersey gets. Injuries happen.When a customer is injured in your business, are you always liable for medical bills, lost...
Are public schools immune from personal injury lawsuits?
A recent case next door in Philadelphia hinged on whether the local school district could be sued for a child’s injury in gym class. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court said yes.Contrary to a stubborn myth, government entities do not have blanket immunity from...
How to care for your child after a concussion
Children that participate in sports like soccer, football or hockey have an increased risk of sustaining a concussion. New research has revealed that children who suffer a concussion heal differently than adults.The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association...
When is a structured injury settlement appropriate?
If you win significant personal injury compensation, at trial or through negotiation, one important question is how the money is paid out.You might opt to take all the money now in one lump sum. Or it may be wise to structure the settlement to be paid out over a...
Typical recovery time for different injuries
We all heal at different rates. We each have different pain thresholds. Your bone fracture or concussion will not be the same as the next person's.But doctors - and employers and insurance companies and lawyers - rely on statistical averages to gauge how long you can...