The construction industry is one of the most dangerous places in America to work, with almost 20 jobsite deaths a week. According to OSHA statistics, more than 900 construction workers were killed on the job in 2015, with nearly two-thirds of th… [Read more…]
It’s well-known, and U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics confirm, that working on a residential or commercial construction site is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. According to reports, nearly seven million construction site injur… [Read more…]
When your loved one dies because of the heedless acts of another person, you have a right to hold the wrongdoer accountable for your losses, from financial support to guidance, care and consortium, from any unpaid medical bills to the costs of f… [Read more…]
When someone dies because of a careless or thoughtless act, the death can have far-reaching consequences, extending beyond family members. Close friends can be devastated by the loss, as can employers and others. There is a legal right to pursue… [Read more…]
In the aftermath of an accident, when you have suffered serious injury because of the carelessness or negligence of another person, you focus needs to be on your physical recovery. But you must also pay attention to your legal rights. In fact, t… [Read more…]
As we explained in an earlier blog, when you have been hurt because of someone else’s negligence and have filed a personal injury claim, the most common types of damages available to you are compensatory damages, designed to make you whole fo… [Read more…]
If you’ve been hurt because of inattention or negligence of another person, and you’re considering filing a personal injury claim, one of your first questions is likely to be “what is my case worth? What can I reasonably expect to recover in a … [Read more…]
The jury verdict in favor of a doctor who was sued for failing to advise a client of the suicide risks tied to prescription anti-depressant Lexapro has been upheld by the New Jersey Appellate Division. The appellate court judges concluded that … [Read more…]
The e-cigarette or vaping industry has exploded over the past few years—in more ways than one. While sales of electronic cigarettes are expected to top $10 billion in 2017, the number of lawsuits claiming injuries caused by the products ha… [Read more…]
So you’ve been hurt on the job in New Jersey and need to file a workers’ compensation claim to cover lost wages and medical expenses. What can you expect during the process?
The first thing you can probably expect is to be initially rejected. T… [Read more…]