September 30, 2019

Understanding Medical Malpractice and Negligence in New Jersey When you seek medical care, you expect that the medical professional will practice their legal duty of care and abide by the Hippocratic Oath, which swears them to offer each patient their highest standard of care. Unfortunately, some doctors are negligent in their care, breaking their oath and breaching their legal duty of care. Even though the United States offers some of the most advanced medical care in the world, medical malpractice and medical negligence is always a possibility. What is Medical Negligence? Medical negligence occurs when a medical professional is…

September 25, 2019

New Jersey Car Accidents You often think that you will be prepared in the event of a car accident but then, when it happens, panic and fear takes over. You might know the steps that you need to take but you cannot figure out the order to complete them. The steps you take immediately following a car accident are important, especially to you and your passengers’ health. They are also important to your legal rights in the event that you suffer damages. Read further to learn what steps you need to take after a motor vehicle accident.

September 16, 2019

The Severity of Spinal Cord Injuries There are many injuries that can occur when you are in a car accident or when someone’s negligence harms you. One of the most severe, and costly, damages is any injury to the spinal cord. Spinal cord injuries can be life-changing, leaving you with ongoing back pain and even paralysis. The damage from spinal cord injuries can quickly get expensive. Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries There are a few main causes of spinal cord injuries: Car accidents Slip and fall accidents Improper administration of epidural Physical accidents Birth injuries…

September 1, 2019

Defining Defective Products If you ever went to use a product and then realized that it didn’t work as it was supposed to, you were exposed to a defective product. In some cases, a product not working as it was designed to is a minor inconvenience. In other cases, however, it can lead to significant injuries and expensive damages. When this happens, it may be necessary to pursue legal action in order to collect the compensation that you deserve. Common Types of Defects in Marlton, NJ All product defects will fall into one of three categories: Design Defects…

August 21, 2019

Overview: Product Liability Product liability is a broad term that covers several different theories under which individuals injured by a manufacturer’s product can seek to be compensated for personal injury and damages. New Jersey has an act dedicated to the are called the “New Jersey Product Liability Act.” This aptly-named set of laws outlines the three theories under which an individual can seek to hold a manufacturer liable: defective design, manufacturing defect, or failure to warn. What is Defective Design? New Jersey law considers a design to be defective when a Plaintiff proves either: That the product’s risks…