Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition in which the cartilage between the bones begins to break down, eventually causing the two bones in the affected area to rub together, bone-on-bone. Osteoarthritis, also called WEAR and TEAR arthritis, is the most common form of arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease...
The personal injury attorneys at Petro Cohen are reminding everyone to avoid distracted driving this summer as more people than ever take to the roads. Learn more in our latest newsletter. Click here to read the July 2021 newsletter.
If you were injured on the job, applied for and received workers’ compensation benefits, but have since lost your job, you may be wondering whether you will still receive benefits. Generally, the answer is yes; you will continue to receive most types of workers’ compensation benefits after you lose...
Brush up on your grilling skills. This month’s newsletter will help you show off your grilling skills with great cooking tips and important safety reminders. Click here to read the July 2021 newsletter.
It’s that time of year when millions of children on school break are outside enjoying playgrounds. Don’t let a playground injury ruin outdoor fun for the kids in your life this summer with these tips on equipment, clothing, and safe behavior. Click here to read the June 2021 newsletter.
New Jersey employees face a variety of on-the-job hazards each day they head into work. Employers are responsible for creating and maintaining safe workplaces. However, some employers cut corners to save money or just because they are lazy. One of the dangers workers must occasionally confront stems from faulty...
Cardiovascular disease is a broad term used to describe conditions involving the heart, blood vessels, and circulatory system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cardiac disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 650,000 lives per year. That equates...
If you have developed tennis elbow as a result of your work duties, you may be eligible to file a worker’s compensation claim. This type of repetitive stress injury can be caused by the repetitive motion of the elbow and forearm, which is common in many occupations. It’s important...
Workplace accidents are a common occurrence. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), in 2019, more than 4,500 people died from workplace accidents and another 4.6 million employees suffered an on-the-job injury. In New Jersey alone, more than 69,000 workers were hurt on the job. After a New Jersey...
Six teens 16 to 19 die every day from motor vehicle crash injuries and are three times more likely to be in a fatal crash than older drivers. This month’s newsletter provides helpful tips on how to keep your teen driver safe this summer. Click here to read the...