You have just been in a car accident, and the shock is settling in. Even though you were not at fault, you now must navigate the aftermath of this unfortunate event. What do you do? How do you protect your rights and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve?...
Imagine you are at work, and a critical meeting unfolds, but you struggle to keep up. Conversations blend into a murmur, and critical information slips through the cracks. You realize you are not just facing a communication challenge but also the possibility of hearing loss in the workplace. You...
It is frustrating finding yourself grappling with the painful effects of tendonitis at the workplace. Despite your best efforts to work safely and be mindful of your body, these injuries still happen. Tendonitis often presents as a nagging ache in your elbow or a persistent discomfort in your wrist....
Are you thinking, “I hurt my back at work—now what?” Consider that your pain could be due to wear and tear injury. Unlike acute, sudden onset injuries, wear and tear occur gradually. Certain professions and job duties lend themselves to wear and tear injuries, such as construction workers, baggage...
The wear and tear on our discs are more commonly referred to as “degenerative disc disease.” A spinal disc is the gooey, jelly donut type disc that rests between your vertebrae up and down your spine. These discs are like jelly donut because they have a liquid inside them....
Trigger finger occurs when swelling and irritation in the tendon sheath hinder the tendon’s movement. The cause of this irritation is often unknown. Most often, trigger finger affects the thumb or ring finger; however, it can affect any finger. Some may even experience trigger finger injury in both hands....
Understanding the facts about car accidents and permanent disability can help protect your health and legal rights if you or your loved one are in a collision. If you were in a car crash because of someone else’s negligence, you might have a legal claim against them. An attorney...
Work-related injuries are common across various industries, particularly in high-risk fields like construction, manufacturing, and healthcare. New Jersey’s workers’ compensation laws offer essential protection to employees who suffer on-the-job injuries, ensuring they receive medical treatment and compensation for lost wages. Common Types of Work-Related Injuries Understanding the types of...
When you are not at fault in an accident, you might expect the other driver’s insurance to cover your medical bills, but that is not the case in New Jersey. Your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage, a mandatory part of every auto insurance policy in the state, will step...
Car accidents are unexpected and often overwhelming. Knowing what to do immediately after an accident can significantly improve your safety, protect your rights, and simplify any legal or insurance issues that may arise later. In New Jersey, specific legal requirements and protocols are in place that every driver should...