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Common Slip and Fall Accidents in the Spring

May 4, 2021

While many of us are happy to be done with winter and in the full swing of spring, the spring season can come with its own safety hazards. In particular, Spring-Related Slip and Fall Hazards Slip and fall accidents are more prevalent in the spring due to the “April showers” that occur during the spring season. Wet weather during spring can cause slip and fall accidents because of: The melt of remaining frozen snow...

Common Injuries To Watch Out For On Memorial Day Weekend

May 3, 2021

Memorial Day Weekend is commonly thought of as the “unofficial start of Summer.” Although Memorial Day 2021 may still look a little different from weekends of the past due to COVID-19-related restrictions and closures, this year people still have many opportunities to get out and enjoy the holiday weekend. However, the activities that people enjoy on Memorial Day Weekend can lead to serious or potentially devastating accidents and injuries. Below are some of the most...

Filing a Car Accident Claim Against Another Driver

Apr 19, 2021

If you’ve been involved in a New Jersey’s No-Fault Insurance In New Jersey, after a car accident you may first turn to your own auto insurance policy for coverage for medical expenses and other economic losses such as lost wages under the personal injury protection in your policy. You can also recover any economic losses not compensated by your insurance from the driver or drivers at fault for the accident. However, if you selected...

Common Types of Birth Injuries to Mothers

Apr 4, 2021

Although Vaginal Tearing Most women suffer tears of the perineum (the skin between the vagina and anus) during childbirth. Usually tears are minor and heal within a short time following delivery. However, more serious tearing can occur to the vulva and muscles in the anus, which typically require surgical repair and have a longer recovery time. Vaginal tearing can occur for a number of reasons, including: Prolonged labor The baby suffers a shoulder dystocia...

When Do You Need A Personal Injury Lawyer?

Mar 11, 2021

Sometimes, those who have been involved in an accident are hesitant to place blame on the responsible party. They may feel that their incident was unavoidable or might even place blame on themselves – despite the fact that someone else’s negligence was actually the cause. Unfortunately, they are then left dealing with the aftermath of serious injuries and the cost of medical bills, rehabilitation and lost wages. In most cases, however, there is a reason...

What Can I Do if My Doctor Has Been Sued?

Mar 11, 2021

Have you ever wondered if your doctor has been sued? Not many people walk into the office for their annual physical or a teeth cleaning and think about lawsuits. But, this is something everyone should consider every now and then. Even though there’s plenty of training, technology, and rules in place; a doctor could still make a mistake, which could lead to a Research Your Doctor’s Background Lawsuits are public record. This means that...

What Are the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse?

Mar 5, 2021

If you and your family have a loved one in a nursing home, it is important that you familiarize yourself with the signs of What Are Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect? Nursing home abuse is typically defined as an intentional infliction of physical injury, or the use of confinement, intimidation, deprivation of care or privileges or the threat of deprivation, which results in pain, physical harm, or emotional or mental distress or anguish. Neglect...

Can You Sue If You Get Hit by a Drunk Driver?

Mar 1, 2021

Can you sue if you get hit by a drunk driver? The answer: If you’ve been involved in a Civil vs. Criminal Drunk Driving Case A civil claim arising from a drunk driving accident is separate from the criminal proceedings that might be initiated following the accident. A criminal DWI case is intended to punish the drunk driver for their conduct and to protect the public from future harm from drunk driving through...

Does Car Insurance Cover Snow Accidents?

Feb 25, 2021

Does car insurance cover snow accidents? The winter season in New Jersey has been intense this year, especially over the past couple of weeks. With snow and ice continuing to mount, more and more New Jersey residents are asking whether or not their insurance carrier will cover them in the event of a snow-related car accident. In today’s blog, we take a look at how insurance works in a no-fault state such as New Jersey,...

Can You Sue If You Slip On Ice?

Feb 22, 2021

The winter season in New Jersey is here and with it, so is the risk of a Continue reading to find out who you can hold liable in the event of a slip and fall accident in New Jersey, including how a skilled Haddonfield Who is Liable in a Slip and Fall Accident in New Jersey? When it comes to a slip and fall accident due to snow or ice, there are three...