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Friday, February 23, 2024

Common causes of spinal cord injuries in New Jersey


Getting an injury to your spinal cord can be painful and debilitating. Your spinal cord is a bundle of nerves and fibers tasked with sending and receiving neurological signals from your brain to your body.
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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Distracted Driving in the Garden State: What You Need to Know


A momentary lapse of concentration can lead to a lifetime of problems. Distracted driving is a major cause of traffic accidents. Taking your eye off the road for even a few moments can cause your car to drift out of the lane and into a vehicle in an adjacent or oncoming one. The New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety claims that almost 800,000 accidents from 2012 to 2016 were the result of distracted driving. This is why New Jersey has started cracking down on distracted driving, focusing specifically on the use of handheld devices while operating a motor vehicle.
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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Ridesharing accident – when the driver or Uber/Lyft is liable


In recent years, an increasing number of Pennsylvania residents have been using rideshare services to get around the state. Unlike regular taxi services that operate on a mixture of time and distance charges, rideshares like Uber and Lyft charge their passengers a flat rate for the trip, whether they are heading to Heinz Field to take in a Steelers game or getting a ride to the airport. As a result, these can be convenient and cost-effective, giving customers the ability to book a ride right from their phones. However, like other vehicles, Uber and Lyft drivers get into car accidents, which can injure their passengers, as well as other motorists. Your ability to collect in such accidents depends on the determination of liability in a rideshare accident.


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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

My dog was hurt in a car accident. Can I collect his vet bills and injuries?


Our pets are a big part of our family. This is why so many folks here in Pennsylvania don’t leave home without their dog. Unfortunately, if you get into a car accident, your dog can get injured or even killed as a result of the collision. While nothing can ever replace your family dog, you can make a claim for the injuries. A great deal will depend on the circumstances of your pet in a car accident and which driver was at fault.


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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Criminal Case and Personal Injury Case – What to Consider When Both Occur After an Accident?


You are driving around Pennsylvania when you are injured in an accident with another vehicle. However, when the police arrive, they decide to take the other driver into custody. It turns out that the other driver was drunk and has just been arrested for a DWI. Despite what you may think, this is an all too common occurrence. The fact that you will be suing someone who is also facing criminal charges can affect your case.


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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Personal injury claims in a hit and run accident – What should I do?


Few things are as stressful as getting involved in an auto accident, especially if it results in you getting hurt. If the other driver flees the scene of the collision, this can complicate matters immensely.


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Monday, May 23, 2022

What is Included in a Personal Injury Complaint?


More often than not, a personal injury action is settled before there is a need to even initiate litigation. The insurance company is sent a demand letter outlining the damages and relevant facts associated with the accident and the injuries incurred by the claimant.
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Thursday, May 19, 2022

What Cannot Be Discharged in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?


Chapter 7 bankruptcy can be just the opportunity you need to have a fresh financial start. If you are struggling with bills, minimum payments, and collection efforts may even be in full swing, filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy can not only hit the pause button on collection efforts, but can also mark the beginning of a path to financial relief.
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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Proving Liability in a Slip and Fall Case


Being injured in a slip and fall can be a jarring and life-altering experience. Not only are you left with the pain of your injuries, but you will likely find yourself facing continuous medical care and follow—up treatment, there will be medical bills piling up, you may not be able to participate in all of the activities you used to enjoy, and so much more.
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Sunday, April 10, 2022

What Do Workers’ Compensation Benefits Include?


If you have been injured or become ill at work, then workers’ compensation can provide valuable benefits to help support you financially during this difficult time. Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance that employers hold so that there are benefits available to workers who suffer an injury or illness in the course of performing their required job duties.
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Friday, March 11, 2022

Older Driver Safety Concerns


If you have a loved one who is an older driver, you likely worry about them on the road. You may also worry about others on the road as well. These worry can stem from a number of factors that many of us will experience as we age. There are some specific safety concerns that come with being an older driver. Many can be managed fairly well so that the older driver can retain the freedom and flexibility that comes with being able to drive.
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