A serious accident at work, on the road or anywhere else can catch you by surprise and make it difficult to go back to your normal daily life. Many people incur serious injuries every day and must find a way to cover the costs of their medical bills and lost wages....
New Jersey Personal Injury & Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Wrongful death vs. survival action: What is the difference?
A person’s untimely death can result in several legal actions, two of which include wrongful death and survival claims. If you lost a loved one to another party’s negligence, you may be able to file one or both of these types of claims. Though you would file both...
3 tips for helping your teen drive safely
Your teenager sees driving as an opportunity for freedom. However, you worry about your teenage driver’s safety, especially since injurious and fatal accidents are so prevalent among teenage drivers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the...
What are physical signs of a traumatic brain injury?
When you take a hit to the head, the first thing you want to be wary about is the possibility of a brain injury. These injuries can range from mildly severe to extremely traumatic. In particular, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are the worst. You can suffer lifelong...
Are my workers’ compensation payments taxable?
When tax time rolls around, it can be confusing to figure out what you must claim as income. If you suffered an injury during the previous year and collected workers’ compensation wage benefits, then you may wonder if that counts as income on your taxes. According to...
Identifying electrical hazards on a construction site
Injuries on a New Jersey construction site can require a quick trip to the emergency room or change your life drastically. While you may identify some hazards easily, such as falling from scaffolding. Others are less noticeable but just as dangerous. Recognizing some...
What are some signs of a concussion?
A slip and fall or car accident may leave you feeling disconnected and tired afterward, as though your mind is in a fog. These are common symptoms of a concussion, which is a serious medical issue. Knowing the signs of this problem can help you determine when to...
What is wrongful death?
The injury of a loved one is something that may devastate a family. Medical treatment and financial strain may strain an already fragile moment. When someone suffers damage to the body due to the careless action or inaction of another, the victim may recover financial...
Statistics on job-related injuries in New Jersey
Regardless of the field you work in, you need to watch out for the risk of a job-related accident. Sometimes, these accidents result in devastating injuries, while others claim lives. Each year, many people in New Jersey and across the country face many hardships...
What are the things that lead to teen car accidents?
Car accidents are a leading cause of death for teens. There are many reasons why teens are at a high risk for a crash, and some of them are obvious, such as their lack of experience. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explains there are some...