The Cassidy Law Firm Blog

New Jersey residents may already be yearning for a break in the rough winter weather. Spring, however, is in the distance and we still have the cold winter months to contend with. In addition to the need for layering clothes and making sure the stock of firewood holds strong in homes, New Jersey residents also need to remain vigilant out on the roads this winter. The treacherous winter weather conditions can be much more than merely inconvenient or unpleasant, they can be downright dangerous, especially when it comes to driving.

Winter Road Accidents

It is never too late to prepare for winter road conditions and so, if you have not yet taken your vehicle in for a comprehensive service, do so now.

Parents of teens, we salute you! Having a teenager is full of ups and downs. It is a unique time in their life and the push for more and more independence can often leave you both proud and anxious all at the same time. With the teenage years comes the newfound freedom of driving. While you may be relieved that your teen can now drive themselves to school, friends’ houses, and to hopefully run some errands for you, it is also likely that you worry about them. After all, the road can be a dangerous place even for the most experienced drivers.
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Unless you have previously been injured in an accident or know someone close to you who has been injured in an accident, you really may not have a clear idea about the far reaching impact accident injuries can have on a person’s life and finances. The pain and limitations injuries can impose on a person can fundamentally alter everyday life. Furthermore, the injury victim may miss a significant amount of work due to the accident, the accident injuries, and to receive treatment for accident injuries, not to mention recovery time for all of this. Lost wages can be an insult to injury when you consider the amount of medical bills that can quickly pile up in the wake of an accident. Did you know, however, that lost wages can be included in part of the damages you seek for harm suffered due to an accident?

Lost Wages Damages

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Student loan debt has been a major topic of conversation and contention, especially in recent years. With adults carrying seemingly unmanageable amounts of student loan debt at interest rates that dwarf those of mortgages and even credit cards, in some cases, many are looking for a way out. If you are struggling to make minimum payments on your outstanding debt each month, then you may have considered bankruptcy. In turn, you are likely wondering whether student loans are dischargeable under one of the most popular types of personal bankruptcy to file, Read more . . .

It has been a rough few years for our country and the rest of the world. The pandemic put a strain on us as few could have predicted. Among other burdens many of us have carried during this time, financial pressure may be among the biggest and heaviest. If you have found yourself in a place where you are struggling to pay the bills and keep up with minimum payments on outstanding debt obligations,

Medical records and documented medical history play a prominent role in personal injury claims. The insurance company will want your injuries and treatment thoroughly documented in order to pay out on your claim.

Sometimes, we find ourselves with financial problems that seem insurmountable. Minimum payments become impossible to make, creditor actions loom in the distance or are currently taking place, and all that is wanted is a way out, a lifeline. Read more . . .

Have you hesitated to file bankruptcy because you have heard dire rumors that your credit will be irreparably destroyed? Bankruptcy can provide a much needed lifeline when confronted with seemingly insurmountable financial trouble. It can provide a fresh start and before you dispel bankruptcy as a possibility based on things you have heard; you should get the facts.
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Medical malpractice claims exist because health care providers owe patients a duty to exercise reasonable care in their treatment of them. When a health care provider is negligent and provides substandard care, patients can be seriously injured or experience a substantial decline in already existing medical conditions.
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Insurance can be complicated to figure out. Insurance jargon can be as rampant and confusing as legal jargon! It is, however, important to have even a basic understanding of your insurance coverage and the various coverage options that are required and that which are optional. Here, we will discuss what it means to be uninsured, some of the penalties, and some of the potential consequences should you get into a Read more . . .

You have reached a resolution of your personal injury claim! Congratulations! Accepting a settlement deal or getting that judgment returned in your personal injury trial can be very exciting and a big relief. Now come the logistics of distributing the proceeds from your claim accordingly.