University of Michigan Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuit for $490 Million January 20, 2022
It was just announced that the University of Michigan has agreed to pay $490 million in damages to more than 1,000 former students who said they were sexually assaulted by Dr. Robert E. Anderson dating as far back as the 1960s. This is one of the country’s biggest sex abuse scandals, but unfortunately, it’s far from isolated. Studies show that the number of reported sexual abuse cases in educational institutions increased by at least 50 percent from 2015-2016 to 2017-2018. If you have been the subject of sexual abuse in New Jersey, contact Drazin and Warshaw today. What…
read more What to Expect From a Trucking Accident Settlement January 14, 2022
If you were injured in a truck accident that was caused by the negligence or recklessness of a truck driver or the trucking companies, you may be entitled to seek financial compensation for the expenses and losses you incurred due to the crash and your injuries. While you may think that compensation must be obtained by filing a lawsuit against the at-fault parties, most trucking accident claims end with a negotiated settlement between the parties, rather than with a verdict after trial. Settlements are often preferred by both parties to a trucking accident claim since the injured party gets…
read more Here’s What You Need to Know About Power Tool Accidents January 8, 2022
Power tools can make construction, home improvement, and many other tasks much easier compared to using manual tools. Power tools may be powered by electricity, compressed air, or an internal combustion engine. These allow power tools to do the work of tools more rapidly or efficiently or with much greater force than a human can provide with a manual tool. Of course, given the power behind power tools, design and manufacturing defects or improper use can lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death. If you use power tools on the job or at home, here’s what you…
read more Freon Leak At Costco Puts Employees in Harm’s Way December 30, 2021
A Costco in Hazlet, New Jersey recently shut down after it was reported that there was a freon leak inside the store. Freon, which is most commonly used in refrigeration units, can cause severe damage to your cells and lungs. What makes freon so dangerous is the fact that it is a tasteless, usually odorless gas which makes it difficult to detect until the damage has already been done. Continue reading to learn more about how this freon leak was discovered, what Costco is doing, and what liability companies who experience freon leaks may face in the future. What Happened…
read more Common Causes of Trick-or-Treat Injuries on Halloween October 19, 2021
The holiday activities that people and families partake in on Halloween create unique risks of accidents and injuries. Halloween sees some of the highest rates of accidents and injuries out of any other day in the year. Below are three of the most common causes of injuries to trick-or-treaters and others on Halloween. Dog Bites and Attacks Many families choose to use trick-or-treating as an opportunity to take the family dog out for a walk. Other homeowners may have their dog excitedly run up to the front door every time trick-or-treaters ring the doorbell or knock on the door. But…
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