Nagel Rice Wins Major Legal Victory in Environmental Lawsuit Against Exxon
On January 22, 2009, a New Jersey Superior Court judge denied ExxonMobil's motion to dismiss the State of New Jersey's claims for natural resource damages caused by spills which occurred at two of its former oil refinery sites in New Jersey prior to 1977....
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How Can I File an Insurance Claim for a Slip and Fall Injury Case?
You should notify the property owner if you got injured from slipping or tripping and falling on someone else’s property due to a hazardous condition of the premises. The property owner’s liability insurance carrier will likely contact you for information about the incident.
You do not have to deal...
The Elements of a Successful Wrongful Death Claim
If your close relative died because of a careless or intentional action of someone else, you might be wondering if you can hold the at-fault party accountable for taking the life of your loved one. Before embarking on legal action, it is prudent to evaluate whether you are likely to win your...
How to Get a Police Report in New Jersey
If you got hurt in a car accident in New Jersey, the police report will be valuable evidence for your injury claim. It can help to know how to get a copy of the accident report so that you do not have to make a dozen phone calls and get transferred from...
How to Interview a Prospective Personal Injury Attorney
If you find yourself needing to hire a New Jersey personal injury attorney, how can you find a high-quality lawyer who will advocate aggressively, keep you informed about developments on your case, and work relentlessly to get you the best possible result? Word-of-mouth is valuable, but you might not have a...
You Signed a Release of Liability Waiver and Got Hurt — Now What?
Whether you sign your child up for a summer camp or you go to a concert, you might have to sign a release of liability waiver. We often accept the fact that many businesses require these waivers and do not think about the consequences unless someone gets injured. Does that piece of...
What Happens When Someone Dies in a Car Accident?
If your spouse or close relative died in a car accident, you might have questions about how your life will change and what to expect. Is someone going to make the person who caused the crash to pay for taking the life of your loved one? Will there be justice?
I’ve Been Injured as A Motorcycle Passenger — What Do I Do Now?
Riding as a passenger on a motorcycle can make one more vulnerable than driving the motorcycle because the passenger has no control over the steering or brakes to avoid a collision and does not have handles to hold onto for help with balance or staying on the bike. The passenger on a...
Distracted Driving Statistics You Should Know About
Experts say that many of the more than 250,000 car crashes in New Jersey every year could be prevented if people simply kept their focus on driving at all times when behind the wheel. Some people mistakenly think that distracted driving only involves texting or talking on a cell phone when driving,...
Can I Get Punitive Damages in my New Jersey Car Accident Claim?
Punitive damages are in addition to the usual types of compensation that people can seek to recover when they get injured because of someone else’s negligence or wrongful act. The purpose of punitive damages is to punish wrongdoers and give them financial motivation not to repeat their behavior in the future.