When you hear a driver was in an accident while “under the influence” your first thought is probably alcohol. But there is something else impairing drivers across Hackensack, New Jersey— their cell phones. More and more car accidents are being caused by drivers messing with digital devices instead of keeping their hands on the wheel […]
Earlier this year, New York Times author Susanne Craig penned an article on the importance of leashing dogs after her precious pooch was attacked by a neighbor’s dog. Reading it is a frightening reminder of how quickly a dog can attack, and how serious the repercussions of such an attack can be Sadly, the Levin […]
Did you know that most personal injury claims actually end up never going to trial? It’s true! The vast majority of personal injury claims end up settling even before a lawsuit has been filed. You may be wondering, however, if your case will be the exception to this rule. Will your personal injury claim go […]
We all have a duty on the road, near the road, and on the side of the road, to exercise due caution. This includes being aware of our surroundings. Unfortunately, people do not do this. They get distracted by phones. They are in a hurry. People, as a result, get hurt. One far too common […]
We are all supposed to be protected by barriers, netting, warning signs, and temporary walkways at construction sites, and most of the time we are. If you are one of the unfortunate innocents who is seriously injured by construction materials or equipment, however, you are not likely to be reassured by the fact that the […]
You can always sue, but you are unlikely to be successful in obtaining a guilty verdict. Although wearing a mask in public is mandated in New Jersey, as in most states, this law is difficult to enforce. While storekeepers owe their customers a reasonable duty of care, if they have posted a sign at the […]
‘Tis the season for giving, even (or perhaps especially) during the coronavirus pandemic when we are trying to eke out as much joy from a grim reality as we can. The last thing anybody wants is to have a gesture of love and generosity backfire, causing harm to a beloved child. Here are some risks […]
With this strange winter of the pandemic nearly upon us, much will be different as we curtail holiday gatherings and travel to keep ourselves and our families and friends safe. Unfortunately, some of us will still suffer winter accidents, such as slip and falls, motor vehicle accidents, or being harmed by defective skis or snow […]
First of all, presumably, you have a capable personal injury attorney handling your case so a professional will be tasked with proving your pain and suffering, not you. A personal injury lawyer with a long track record of successful outcomes will know precisely which strategies to use in the fight to win you damages. You […]
Most of us have experienced a seemingly benign bump, slip or jolt to which we trace the next day’s stiffness, ache or bruise. The same delay in symptoms often occurs after a car accident when much more serious symptoms may only become apparent after 24 hours or more. This is why it is important to […]