Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy: What Parents Should Know
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) occurs when the brain does not receive sufficient blood flow or oxygen. HIE often occurs before, during, or after childbirth. Because the brain controls bodily functions, a lack of oxygen to the infant’s brain can affect many organs, including lungs, heart, liver, and kidneys. A...
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5 Reasons Not To Accept the First Personal Injury Settlement Offer
After an accident, the insurance company may offer you a personal injury settlement early in the process. But should you accept the first offer on a personal injury claim? In many cases, the initial offer is far lower than what your claim is actually worth. Before signing anything,...
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Risks of Medical Malpractice in Telehealth
Telehealth appointments help patients and doctors conserve their time and save money. However, telehealth appointments are not completely devoid of risk. Healthcare workers need to understand the risks posed by telehealth appointments and do everything in their power to protect patients. Unfortunately, this doesn’t happen in all cases. A...
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Distracted Driving: Can You Prove It in an Accident Claim?
Distracted driving is an inherently dangerous activity. Throughout the State of New Jersey and the northeastern United States, drivers who eat while driving, or text while driving, or engage in any number of distracting behaviors may cause others to suffer serious bodily injury or death. If you suffered injuries due to a...
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What Are the Legal Rights of Workers Injured in Struck-By Accidents?
A struck-by accident can leave a worker with serious injuries. If you’ve been hurt on the job in a New York or New Jersey struck-by accident, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. In some circumstances, you may also have the right to file separate claims against careless third parties...
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Dog Bites and Summer Activities: What to Do If You’re Injured
The arrival of warm weather in the Northeast is a time of celebration for families, as it means more time for outdoor activities. When you visit family and friends or go to parks and playgrounds this summer, you’ll likely encounter dogs. While most dogs are friendly and harmless, even familiar dogs can...
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Foreign Objects Left in the Body
Medical errors occur more commonly than many people realize. Doctors, nurses, hospitals, medical facilities, and other healthcare providers are guilty of making mistakes and acting negligently. Patients might not realize mistakes were made until months or years later when they discover a medical error caused them harm. An example of this type...
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Medical Malpractice vs. Bad Outcome: Know the Difference
A bad outcome does not mean our doctor or medical provider is guilty of medical malpractice. A bad outcome can occur in a medical situation even when all precautions are followed and doctors do everything they can to help their patients. Sometimes, there is nothing anyone can do to cure a disease...
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Do Pre-Existing Conditions Affect a Personal Injury Case?
You were injured in an accident in New Jersey that was not your fault. You expect to receive compensation for your damages from the person who caused your injuries. However, an insurance adjuster tells you that your claim is being denied because you have a pre-existing health condition...
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A Violation of a Standard of Care and Cerebral Palsy
Medical providers and doctors are held to a high standard of care. When they violate a standard of care, the result can be catastrophic injuries. Mistakes and errors during prenatal care or childbirth could result in a child developing cerebral palsy. Our New Jersey personal injury attorney can help you seek...
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Ask the Attorney: My Friend Borrowed My Car And Was In An Accident. Does That Make Me Liable?
Some car owners do not allow anyone else to drive their cars. However, if you are willing to let a friend or other person borrow your car, you need to understand your potential liability if your friend is involved in an accident while driving your car. Our New Jersey car accident...
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Big Medical Bill Following A Car Accident: Resources for the Injured
A car accident in New Jersey can cause severe injuries and property damage. The medical bills and costs can be overwhelming and cause financial stress for the victim and their family. If you were injured in a car accident and have big medical bills, this blog by our New Jersey car...
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