Any auto accident has the potential to forever change the lives of those involved. However, New Jersey rollover accidents present even greater risks. Often, rollover accidents occur at high speeds and result in serious injuries. However, like all auto vehicle accidents, the vast majority of rollover accidents are preventable....
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), one-third of all job-related injuries result from overexertion. This includes repetitive strain. Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) can be painful and debilitating, and they can also be extremely costly when they prevent you from doing your job. For employees who suffer repetitive strain...
The average person is involved in an auto accident every 17.9 years, which means you’re almost guaranteed three to four accidents in your lifetime. This month’s newsletter offers 10 tips for analyzing your insurance policy to ensure that you have adequate coverage to protect you and your loved ones....
Losing a loved one as a result of a job-related injury or illness is a tragedy that no family should be forced to endure. Yet, sadly, work-related deaths in New Jersey are all-too-common, and many spouses, children, and other family members are forced to seek financial compensation for their...
Getting sick on the job can be costly. If you are unable to work as a result of your disease, not only will you incur medical bills for your diagnosis and treatment, but you will need to find a way to cover your other expenses without your ordinary income...
Once your workers’ compensation claim is closed, you may think that you cannot reopen it and seek further compensation – but that is wrong. You do have the right to reopen your claim, but there is a time limit. Therefore, the best thing you can do is contact a...
Work-related accidents are common, and in many cases, they result from the acts and omissions of third parties. From building owners to subcontractors, various third parties can cause accidents on the job. When they do, third parties can be held legally accountable. When you are injured at work due...
If you are involved in an auto accident, there are some important steps to take to protect your interests in the first 10 minutes and the first 10 hours. Click here to read the January 2021 newsletter.
Torn rotator cuffs are common work injuries that can result from WEAR and TEAR. The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles connected by tendons to the humerus bone in the shoulder; and, with repetitive stress over time, these muscles and tendons can become worn – eventually to...
In New Jersey, most employers are required to provide workers’ compensation coverage for most job-related injuries and illnesses. If you get injured or sick on the job and you are eligible for coverage, then your employer should provide medical and disability benefits promptly. Unfortunately, this is not always how...