Since 2009, numerous cities and municipalities in New Jersey have enacted a policy that tacitly acknowledges a situation that cyclists and personal injury attorneys have known about for decades: traditionally designed urban roads in New Jersey are not safe for cyclists. When the Complete Streets policy was drafted, it addressed the...

In 1998, New Jersey enacted the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act, which instituted our state’s no-fault car insurance. It’s important that, following an accident in New Jersey, you understand how no-fault laws affect your rights. As the term “no fault” implies, car accident victims in New Jersey receive compensation from their no-fault insurance provider regardless...

New Jersey continues to be slammed by freezing temperatures, snow and ice this winter season, resulting in dangerous conditions for both drivers and pedestrians. According to an article in the New York Times earlier this month, area emergency rooms have reported treating a significantly higher number of slip-and-fall accident patients in the past few...

Legal Assistance Following Animal Attacks in New Jersey and New York Serious and fatal dog attacks are shocking and are therefore often covered by local and even national media. The unexpected and random nature of most dog attacks can lead naturally to the assumption that the attacks are uncommon or rare. In 2012, though, 34...

Airlines, retailers, or other businesses are great in processing initial orders. However, when it comes to refunds or returns, these businesses suddenly have a much more difficult time in serving you, the customer. This change in service is reflective of the change in your relationship with the business. You are no longer a prospective...

Earlier this year, the New Jersey Department of Transportation issued its findings with regard to 2012 municipal road vehicle crash data. Thankfully, the number of total fatal crashes was reduced from 106 in 2011 to 97, however New Jerseyans reported nearly 80,000 total vehicle crashes, which may seem alarming before you consider its total...