Personal Injury
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Study of Auto Insurance Claim Trends Cites Risks Associated with Distracted Driving, Young Motorists and Electric Vehicles
Auto insurance companies and risk analysis firms are on the frontlines when it comes to identifying factors that make vehicle accidents more likely. An annual report based on an exhaustive review of insurance claims offers various conclusions about trends recognized in car crash data nationwide. Some findings in the LexisNexis Risk Solutions 2024 U.S. Auto Insurance…
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NJ Considering Requiring Registration and Insurance for E-Bikes
As two- and three-wheeled electric bicycles (e-bikes) gain popularity in New Jersey, police departments and hospitals are noticing more injuries stemming from accidents involving these machines. In some cases, riders are hurt after being hit by a car truck. In other situations, e-bikes strike pedestrians or other vehicles. E-bikes can travel faster and cover longer…
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Motorcycle Rider Dies in Collision on Exit Ramp off Route 17 in Maywood
North Jersey is covered with highways where drivers are known for their aggressiveness and willingness to exceed the speed limit. However, the most dangerous part of the journey often occurs when a car, truck or motorcycle is trying to get on or off the highway. Motorcycles are particularly vulnerable when a motorist takes a ramp…
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Paterson Laundry Worker Loses Hand in Commercial Press
When an employee goes to their workplace, they can never be sure exactly what is going to happen. If your job involves the use of heavy machinery, there is always a danger that you will suffer a catastrophic injury and never be the same again. This was the sad reality for a laundry worker in…
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Survey Shows One in Three Rideshare Drivers Have Been in a Crash While Working
For millions of Americans, ordering a car from a rideshare service such as Uber or Lyft has become second nature. Once you enter the relevant information into your preferred app, it’s just a matter of knowing the make and color of the car that’s going to show up. As far as the driver, the only…
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Fatal Truck-Bus Collision on Route 3 Triggers Fiery Explosion
Any accident involving a commercial vehicle presents the risk of severe injuries. The size and force of a semi-truck can be devastating when it hits another vehicle. Even worse, tractor-trailers might be carrying flammable materials or other hazardous substances. In these cases, the danger stemming from a collision is even greater. A recent fatal crash…
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NJ Supreme Court Rules for Victim of Sidewalk Slip and Fall in Front of Vacant Lot
It’s widely acknowledged that businesses have a duty to maintain the sidewalk adjoining their property. However, previous New Jersey judicial decisions prompted questions about whether owners of vacant commercial lots were excused from this responsibility. In some situations, rules differed among various municipalities. Now, the Supreme Court of New Jersey has set forth a clear…
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Fairview Construction Worker Dies in Fall from Jersey City Building
In a devastating incident that highlights the dangers of construction work, Juan Jose Coc, a worker from Fairview, tragically lost his life after falling four stories from a building under construction on Jersey City’s west side. The accident has prompted an investigation by local authorities, underscoring the critical importance of workplace safety in the construction…
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Englewood Teacher Killed in Dumont Pedestrian Accident Involving Elderly Driver
In an instant, one careless driver could change many lives forever. A fatal auto accident doesn’t just end the life of the victim, but inflicts permanent harm on the people who loved and relied on them. The recent loss of a beloved first-grade teacher in Bergen County shattered not just her family, but the school…
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Suboxone Linked to Dental Problems
Opioid addiction has devastated individuals and families across the United States. Given the potentially fatal effects of substances such as fentanyl, medications designed to relieve narcotic addition have become extremely popular. Sadly, some people who have used Suboxone and other prescription drugs containing buprenorphine now find themselves dealing with unexpected, debilitating side effects. In January…
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New Jersey Man Awarded $10 Million for Lou Gehrig’s Disease Misdiagnosis
In September 2013, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled to deny a request for an appeal from the Penn Neurological Institute at Pennsylvania Hospital. The appeal would have reexamined a $9,654,551 award issued to a former patient, Eric Davenport, who sued the hospital for medical malpractice after being misdiagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), commonly known…
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New Jersey E-scooter Rider Dies After Being Struck By SUV
Motorized two-wheel vehicles, usually referred to as e-bikes or e-scooters, are more popular than ever in New Jersey. In addition to the number of people have bought e-bike and e-scooters, several cities in the state have stands where the vehicles can be rented using an app. Driver habits do not evolve as rapidly as technology…