Spinal cord injuries can occur during different types of accidents, such as a motor vehicle crash or a serious fall. The Mayo Clinic notes that these events can cause a complete or partial loss of sensation below the site of the trauma. If you or a loved one suffered...
Personal Injury
What is Kyleigh’s Law and does it work?
Back in 2006, a car crash involving a teen driver took the life of a young New Jersey woman by the name of Kyleigh D’Alessio. The result was Kyleigh’s Law, New Jersey’s progressive and stringent policies that apply to all teen drivers in the state. The New Jersey...
Auto accidents and young children
Every day, motor vehicle wrecks impact families across the country and if you are a parent, your child's safety must remain a top priority every time you take to the road. From drunk drivers to accidents caused by fatigue, distractions or bad weather, there are many...
May I sue if a normally friendly dog goes on the attack?
New Jersey law generally considers a dog vicious when it poses a threat to another animal or a human being. A canine, however, does not need a special classification for you to hold its owner liable for injuries. The Garden State’s animal laws operate under strict...
What are some signs of a spinal cord injury?
Car or truck accidents, along with falls at work, may leave you in pain for weeks or months afterwards. If any discomfort in your lower back or limbs makes it hard to live your daily life, you may be dealing with a spinal cord injury. Physical troubles According to...
Teen driver hits and injures pedestrian in New Jersey
New Jersey pedestrians expect to be safe from the risk of being in an auto accident, especially when they are on the sidewalk. Unfortunately, drivers who are behaving recklessly, are under the influence, are distracted or are simply too inexperienced to drive safely...
Why do I need an experienced trial lawyer on my side?
A lot of people who are injured in car accidents simply want to get some money for their losses and move on with life. But if your injuries were significant, then your damages might be overwhelming. Medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost wages can all leave...
What is negligence?
There are times when a New Jersey resident experiences an unexpected injury. When a person is injured due to no fault of their own, they sometimes pursue a personal injury claim against someone else. Negligence is often part of a personal injury claim and is when a...
Distracted driving isn’t just about cell phones
When New Jersey residents hear about distracted driving, the first thing that comes to mind is likely an image of someone texting and driving. Indeed, there’s a lot of truth behind this common perception. Despite every state, including New Jersey, having some sort of...
Drugs blamed for five-vehicle accident in Paramus
Attributing fault in a complex motor vehicle accident can be a complicated job. Most accidents happen in a few seconds, and even persons directly involved may not have observed the chain of events precisely or be able to remember them when questioned by police. A...