Hoverboard Lawsuits May Take-off
Are hoverboards a threat to consumer safety?
One popular gift item this holiday season was hoverboards. As with any other consumer product, these motorized scooters may subject the manufacturers and retailers to product liability lawsuits. It has been reported that hoverboards are spontaneously combusting, and riders have taken spills that have resulted in injuries....
Hoverboard Lawsuits May Take-off Continue reading…New Jersey Psychiatric Hospital Faces Lawsuit
Do you have any recourse if your loved one is injured while in a psychiatric facility?
If your loved one is disabled due to mental illness, it may be too much to care for him or her at home. Many families turn to psychiatric facilities to care for and rehabilitate their loved ones. You would...
New Jersey Psychiatric Hospital Faces Lawsuit Continue reading…Dog Bites Are Not the Only Animal Injury Kentuckians Need to Be Prepared For
A recent news report highlighted a growing problem: wild animals being kept as pets. The report noted that though keeping wild animals as pets is illegal, it is a very common practice. Authorities often don’t know that a potentially dangerous wild animal is being kept as a pet until the owner gives up...
Dog Bites Are Not the Only Animal Injury Kentuckians Need to Be Prepared For Continue reading…Appeals Panel Allows Lawsuit to Continue Between DUI Arrestee & Local Police
Is there any recourse available for an individual injured while in police custody or while incarcerated?
The laws of negligence apply in many settings and situations – including being in police custody or in prison. As one recent headline revealed, it is not uncommon for those awaiting arraignment to experience less-than-hospitable treatment in the county...
Appeals Panel Allows Lawsuit to Continue Between DUI Arrestee & Local Police Continue reading…Construction Accident in Midtown
What can I do if I am hurt in an accident?
A recent demolition project in Midtown Manhattan caused the death of one worker and injured another. The injured person was in serious but stable condition after the construction crews used specialized equipment to dig him out and bring him to safety. The...
Construction Accident in Midtown Continue reading…Tracy Morgan’s Comments on Accident During Emmys Spark Debate Over Driver’s Fate
What are the dangers of commenting on pending personal injury litigation prior to the conclusion?
As you may recall, comedian Tracy Morgan was involved in a catastrophic motor vehicle accident following a June, 2014 show in a Dover, Delaware casino. The accident, which left Morgan permanently injured and killed a fellow comedian riding...
Tracy Morgan’s Comments on Accident During Emmys Spark Debate Over Driver’s Fate Continue reading…New Jersey Woman Settles Slip and Fall Lawsuit With Dunkin’ Donuts
Can I recover for injuries sustained following a slip and fall in a parking lot?
Under New Jersey premises liability laws, a shop owner or store manager is required to ensure all common areas are safe and free from unreasonable danger. This duty includes not only obvious dangers, but hazards that could only...
New Jersey Woman Settles Slip and Fall Lawsuit With Dunkin’ Donuts Continue reading…Berger Man Awarded $2.8 Million in Construction Accident Lawsuit
What amount of compensation is available for a victim severely injured while working on a construction site?
Construction sites are exceptionally dangerous areas for workers and passersby alike – making it increasingly important for supervisors and managers to work diligently to avoid accidents and injuries. In one recent $2.8 million accident settlement involving a...
Berger Man Awarded $2.8 Million in Construction Accident Lawsuit Continue reading…New Jersey Appeals Court Upholds $4 million Slip and Fall Verdict
What sorts of damages can a plaintiff recover following a slip and fall injury?
Earlier this summer, a New Jersey Appeals Court upheld a staggering $4 million verdict in favor of a nurse who was severely injured after falling on the ice while walking to work. At issue in the case was a...
New Jersey Appeals Court Upholds $4 million Slip and Fall Verdict Continue reading…Personal Injury Writes for Victims Enduring a Persistent Vegetative State
How does personal injury law apply when the victim is in a coma and the ultimate outcome has yet to be determined?
When an injury victim languishes in a coma, family members are often left to endure extreme emotional and financial burdens – all without ever knowing how the issue will ultimately resolve. For...
Personal Injury Writes for Victims Enduring a Persistent Vegetative State Continue reading…State of New Jersey Settles With Man Injured After Collision With Drunk State Trooper
Does the Tort Claims Act prevent personal injury recovery following an accident with a police officer?
The New Jersey Tort Claims Act works to address the constitutional immunity of government actors accused of negligence or reckless conduct while on the job. While it imparts significant limitations on a possible recovery amount, it is actually beneficial...
State of New Jersey Settles With Man Injured After Collision With Drunk State Trooper Continue reading…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...
Family Settles Explosive HVAC Case for $2 Million Continue reading…