• posted: Mar. 07, 2013
• Jan K. Seigel
• Motor Vehicle Accidents

Traffic is undoubtedly stressful for New Jersey commuters. A study conducted by an NYU psychologist found that people who had commutes of 45 minutes or more had higher levels of Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

Most teenagers believe (to a certain extent) that they are invincible. They engage in risky behavior believing that terrible things simply will not happen to them. This may explain the Read More

• posted: Feb. 22, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

Nursing home abuse is a constant problem that appears to be worsening as more baby boomers turn 65 every year. With a growing number of for-profit elder care facilities in Read More

• posted: Feb. 18, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

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• posted: Feb. 13, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

Let’s face it. Between Superstorm Sandy last week’s blizzard and today’s snow forecast, New Jersey has had a rough winter. Road conditions are not the best, which can make travelling Read More

• posted: Feb. 04, 2013
• Jan K. Seigel
• Pedestrian Accidents

Parents always take a deep breath and try not to worry about their kids when they go off to school. They do so whether they admit it or not. This Read More

• posted: Jan. 29, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

The proliferation of for-profit nursing homes in New Jersey may offer residents a safe and stable living environment. However, there is a dark side to these homes. Unfortunately, the very Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

With the flu outbreak intensifying in the northeast, more people are seeking vaccinations. This is normally a safe and predictable ritual of winter. However, this year’s flu shots could lead Read More

• posted: Jan. 15, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

Prescriptions of sleep aids have exploded in the last decade, with nearly 60 million being given in 2011. Sleeping pills have become so popular that stories of Ambien based antics Read More

• posted: Jan. 08, 2013
• Jonas Seigel

As competition between nursing homes intensifies, it is common for facilities look for ways to differentiate themselves. A new accreditation program may help New Jersey nursing homes achieve their goals while Read More