Being involved in a hit-and-run accident is a traumatic experience that can leave victims feeling helpless and unsure of their legal options. Hit-and-run accidents occur when a driver involved in a collision flees the scene before exchanging information or rendering aid to those involved. In New Jersey, hit-and-run accidents are taken seriously, and victims have legal options to pursue...
Read MoreYes, you can often obtain intersection camera footage after a car accident in New Jersey — but it depends on the type of camera and how quickly you act. Traffic cam video, red-light camera footage, and private surveillance footage can all play a vital role in proving fault. This guide explains how to request intersection camera footage, who to...
Read MoreMotorcycle accidents can leave victims with devastating injuries and mounting medical bills. If another party caused your injuries, you understandably want to seek reimbursement. However, you can expect the at-fault party or their insurance company to use every available defense for a motorcycle accident in New Jersey to avoid liability. Some of the most common defenses to a motorcycle...
Read MoreA New Jersey construction worker is recovering in a hospital after an on-the-job accident left him impaled on two pieces or rebar. The 50-year-old man is being treated at the St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Passaic County. His condition is described as critical but stable. Rebar is the industry term for steel bars that are used to add...
Read MoreThere are several steps you can take as a passenger in an Uber accident to ensure you are able to receive fair compensation for your injuries. Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft have simplified the way consumers get from point A to point B by using smartphone technology to essentially hail a cab with a few simple clicks. In...
Read MoreIf you’ve been in an Uber accident in New Jersey, understanding exactly who is liable, and which insurance applies, is essential to securing your rightful compensation. New Jersey law mandates a tiered insurance structure depending on the driver’s status at the time of the crash. If the driver is offline, their personal auto insurance applies. For drivers logged into...
Read MoreThe average settlement for an Uber accident in New Jersey varies significantly based on individual factors. Settlements can range from moderate to substantial, considering elements like injury severity, fault determination, and prognosis. Victims may be able to recover economic damages, which include tangible expenses, and noneconomic damages, which include intangible losses such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress. When you...
Read MoreOne of the worst experiences that any New Jersey resident can have is being misdiagnosed. Sadly, this sometimes happens to patients who are obese. When doctors are biased, they can easily overlook the signs of a serious medical condition and write it off as obesity-related. Understanding Weight Bias in Medicine Doctors are supposed to be caring and attentive to...
Read More“Wrongful death” is a legal term that refers to a situation where someone’s death is caused by the negligence, reckless behavior or intentional actions of another person or entity. In the case where a doctor intentionally causes the death of a patient, either through action or by withholding treatment, it is called “medical homicide.” This is a criminal offense...
Read MoreThe New York City subway system hosts about 2.4 million riders every day. The New York City subway system is one of the nation’s most utilized public transportation systems, and many New Yorkers depend on it for their daily transportation. Unfortunately, what many people don’t realize is that the subway system can be dangerous, and subway accidents and fatalities...
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