Road Hazards and Liability: How Dangerous Driving Conditions Lead to Serious Car Accidents October 24, 2024
When driving, it’s easy to think of car accidents as being caused solely by driver error. However, poor road conditions and hazards also play a significant role in causing collisions. From potholes to inadequate signage, dangerous road conditions can create serious risks for drivers, often leading to accidents that result in significant injuries. If you’ve been involved in a car accident caused by hazardous road conditions, you may be able to pursue compensation through a car accident claim. Common Road Hazards That Contribute to Car Accidents Dangerous road conditions can arise from poor maintenance, weather, or design flaws. Some…
read more Filing Workers’ Compensation Claims for Repetitive Stress Injuries: What You Need to Know October 17, 2024
Workplace injuries aren’t always the result of a single, sudden accident. In many cases, employees develop repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) over time due to the nature of their work. These injuries occur from repeated motions, such as typing, lifting, or assembly line work, and can lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility, and long-term health problems. Fortunately, New Jersey’s workers’ compensation laws cover repetitive stress injuries, allowing workers to seek compensation for their medical bills and lost wages. In this blog, we’ll discuss how RSIs develop, how to file a workers’ compensation claim for these types of injuries,…
read more Delayed Symptoms in Medical Malpractice: When Minor Mistakes Lead to Major Health Issues October 10, 2024
Medical malpractice can occur in ways that aren’t immediately apparent, leading to delayed or misdiagnosed symptoms. In New Jersey, victims of medical malpractice may be unaware of the error until serious health complications arise. Whether due to surgical errors, misdiagnoses, or improper treatment, these delayed symptoms can lead to long-term harm, requiring legal action to recover compensation. What is Medical Malpractice? Medical malpractice refers to the negligence or failure of a healthcare provider to meet the accepted standard of care. This failure can result in serious harm to the patient, including delayed diagnoses or worsening of existing…
read more The Role of Comparative Negligence in Personal Injury Claims: How Shared Fault Affects Compensation October 3, 2024
In many personal injury claims, determining fault is not always straightforward. Sometimes, both parties share responsibility for the accident, which raises questions about how this shared fault affects compensation. In New Jersey, the legal concept of comparative negligence is used to determine the extent to which each party is liable and how it impacts the compensation you can recover. In this blog, we’ll explore what comparative negligence means, how it works in personal injury cases, and how a personal injury lawyer can help maximize your compensation. What is Comparative Negligence? Comparative negligence is a legal doctrine that assigns…
read more What You Should Know About Third-Party Claims After a Work Injury in NJ September 26, 2024
When you suffer a workplace injury in New Jersey, workers’ compensation typically covers your medical bills and a portion of lost wages. However, workers’ compensation has limitations, particularly when it comes to non-economic damages like pain and suffering. If a third party is responsible for your injury, such as a manufacturer of defective equipment or a negligent subcontractor, you may be eligible to file a third-party claim. This type of personal injury lawsuit allows you to seek additional compensation beyond what workers’ compensation provides. What Is a Third-Party Claim? A third-party claim is a personal injury lawsuit filed against…
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