Jury Awards $1.55 Million in Suicide Case

A jury in Newark awarded the widow of a Short Hills man $1.55 million in connection with her husband’s suicide.  On August 7, 2008, Betty Movitz sued Dr. Sostowski of Bernardsville and Dr. Del la Torre of Montclair who had treated her husband, Mark Movitz, for his bipolar disorder. The jury found both of...
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Family Settles Explosive HVAC Case for $2 Million

What is an example of actionable negligence in the HVAC industry? Heating, ventilation and air conditioning are vital components to a well-constructed and comfortable home. As such, the number of HVAC entities in existence both locally and nationwide seems to grow each year – as do the number of reported accidents involving defective parts, faulty...
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Wrongful Death Cycling Case Settled for $7.1 Million

What is the typical timeline for a wrongful death lawsuit in New Jersey?

Wrongful death lawsuits allow for surviving immediate family members to recover the actual expenses – as well as pain and suffering – associated with the unexpected death of a loved one due to the negligence of another. From a policy perspective,...

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