Combating Texting While Walking
Why has the number of pedestrian accidents increased in recent years?
With the surge in mobile electronics, more of us today are walking around looking down at our phones, instead of in front of us. Walking while staring at a phone has created a whole new category of accidents dubbed “distracted walking.” The...
Combating Texting While Walking Continue reading…What Laws Are in Place Regarding Distracted Driving In New York?
In 2006, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released a report identifying “driver inattention” as the primary cause of 80% of automotive crashes in America, as well as 65% of ‘near collisions.’ The definition of driver inattention includes the use of devices like cell phones that divert the driver’s attention from the road. Distracting...
What Laws Are in Place Regarding Distracted Driving In New York? Continue reading…NY Legislature Passes ‘Lavern’s Law’
How will Lavern’s Law help malpractice victims?
A bill that seeks to give medical malpractice victims more time to bring an action has finally been approved by the Legislature. The bill, known as Lavern’s Law, calls for the timeline for bringing a medical malpractice case to start when the error is discovered by the...
NY Legislature Passes ‘Lavern’s Law’ Continue reading…Insurance Rules for Driverless Cars Considered in NJ
What Does This Mean For NJ Drivers?
The New Jersey legislature is currently considering a bill that would require owners of driverless cars to have auto insurance. Two other states, Nevada and Florida, have already passed such bills into law. New Jersey car accident attorneys are keeping a close eye on developments and what they...
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Birth Injuries: Cerebral Palsy
Do I have a legal claim if my child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy can be a debilitating condition that will impact your child for a lifetime. Each year, about 8,000 children are diagnosed with cerebral palsy, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cerebral palsy can have many...
Birth Injuries: Cerebral Palsy Continue reading…How Can You Ride Your Bike Safely This Summer?
Over 1,500 cyclists took to the streets last week to participate in the Police Unity Tour, an annual four-day bike ride that cumulates at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C. The entire trip spans more than 300 miles.
Hundreds of riders passed by the site where retired Roxbury Lt. Joseph...
How Can You Ride Your Bike Safely This Summer? Continue reading…School Bus Injuries – Who Is Liable?
Schools have a duty to care for the safety and health of students who are under their protection. This duty is not only operational whenever a child is in the classroom. It also applies whenever a child is in the school fields, in the school bus or even on a school trip. Therefore,...
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Common Types of Emergency Room Errors
Last Updated: August 12, 2024 Millions of people visit emergency rooms each year for treatment. We depend on emergency rooms to provide urgent care. However, emergency room errors cause severe injuries and deaths. A study found that out of 130 million people who visited an...
Common Types of Emergency Room Errors Continue reading…How long do I have to file a personal injury suit in NJ?
If you or a loved one has been injured because of the negligence of someone else, you have a right to seek compensation for the damages suffered in terms of medical bills, lost time at work or school, and for any permanent or debilitating injuries. However, this right does not exist in perpetuity....
How long do I have to file a personal injury suit in NJ? Continue reading…Soccer Players at Risk of Dementia Due to Head Trauma
How can soccer players protect themselves against brain injuries?
A recent study suggests that soccer players could be at risk of developing dementia due to repeated blows to the head. The UK based study, published in the journal Acta Neuropathologica, should alert soccer athletes to previously unrecognized risks of the sport. Our
Soccer Players at Risk of Dementia Due to Head Trauma Continue reading…What is the difference between a wrongful death and a wrongful life case?
Wrongful death and wrongful life cases are often challenging cases for both clients and attorneys. These types of cases can often be emotionally charged and deal with controversial issues, but they are not often understood by those who have not been directly involved in such a case. Today we are breaking down the...
What is the difference between a wrongful death and a wrongful life case? Continue reading…Prescription Errors Continue to Injure Patients Nationwide
How do medication errors occur in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and pharmacies?
Prescription medications are administered to help us feel better and even to save our lives, but medication errors can inflict serious injuries or even death. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), medication errors result in thousands of deaths annually,...
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