Commercial trucks play a significant role in the New Jersey economy. According to the state’s Department of Transportation, of the over 600 million tons of goods moved each year, 75% are moved by truck. With so many trucks on the road, accidents are bound to occur. Truck accidents are...
Wearing proper protective gear, obeying traffic laws, and practicing defensive driving techniques aren’t always enough to prevent a motorcycle accident. Like in most other states, many causes of motorcycle accidents in New Jersey involve inattentive drivers, impaired drivers, and excessive speed. And these causes often occur because of the...
Even though neck injuries are some of the most common workplace injuries, they are some of the most challenging to prove. The reason for the difficulty is twofold. First, neck injuries are prevalent outside the workplace. This means that insurers will try to fix the source of the injury...
Knee injuries are prevalent in the workplace, especially in industries such as construction, agriculture, and manufacturing. Some knee injuries are severe enough to require surgical knee replacement. If your knee injury is a result of your occupation or an injury sustained during the course of your employment, it should...
Car accidents are a common occurrence in the United States. Injuries from an accident can range from minor to catastrophic. Back and neck injuries are two of the most common injuries you can sustain in an automobile accident. An injury to your neck or back can be extremely painful...
If you are experiencing neck pain, you may wonder, ‘How do I know if my neck injury is serious?’ The most definitive way to determine whether your neck injury is serious is to have a doctor examine it. If you have pain, stiffness, or any other issues with your...
On January 25, 2023, the Workers’ Compensation Court entered a judgment after a full trial, in favor of a 39-year-old emergency room technician finding that her neck surgery was a compensable “Wear & Tear” occupational exposure entitling her to a significant workers’ compensation award. Like most occupational exposure orthopedic...
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...
According to the New Jersey State Police’s 2021 report, there were 97 fatal accidents involving motorcyclists in that year, resulting in 99 deaths. The report identifies driver inattention as a contributing factor in one-third of these accidents. When driving on the roadway with motorcyclists, people may wonder, when do...
Sending your children to school is a big step in any parent’s life. You often send your children off to school without any significant issues. But tragedy can strike when school bus accidents occur, uprooting New Jersey parents’ lives and causing substantial stress and injuries. The National Highway Traffic...