Auto accidents are capable of causing all kinds of injuries. One of the most serious outcomes of a motor vehicle collision is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Depending on the circumstances of an accident, a person may sustain a non-penetrating brain injury where there is an impact to the skull, or a penetrating traumatic brain… Read More »
Yes. Personal injury protection (PIP) is a required feature of automobile insurance in New Jersey. This part of your policy covers you or others persons injured in an auto accident. It can be referred to as your “no-fault” coverage, because it pays for your medical bills regardless of the cause of the accident. PIP has… Read More »
We’ve learned a lot in the past decade about head injuries and how serious they can be. Many of us know a member of the military who was injured by an explosion who faces a long climb back to being truly healed. New concerns are surfacing in the news about school sports, and how head… Read More »
Some decisions are best made by instinct, and others by good research. Choosing a personal injury attorney takes elements of both: You need someone who is truly qualified to help you through this process, but you need to feel confident that they’re doing their best for you, too. It’s a good idea to look at… Read More »
Dog ownership is part of the American dream, along with the house, the two kids and the picket fence. But did you realize the type of dog you decide to bring into your home can actually impact your homeowners insurance? And did you know New Jersey is one of 38 states and the District of… Read More »
If previously disabled workers are permanently and totally disabled as a result of a work-related injury, they are entitled to protection under New Jersey’s Second Injury Fund. The fund ensures that workers compensation benefits continue after the employer’s insurance carrier-covered benefits run out. The fund originated in 1923 and was intended to encourage the hiring… Read More »
Motorcycles have grown progressively more popular over the years, with more than a million bikes sold in the United States in 2006 alone. But accident statistics involving motorcycle riders are sobering. On average, more than 5,000 deaths and 88,000 injuries occur each year. In spite of the fact that bikes make up only about 2… Read More »
In 2012, more than 590 people died in traffic accidents in New Jersey. That was 32 fewer than the previous year— a 5% decrease. However, state police blamed distracted driving for 178 of those deaths, the first increase in that statistic in four years. Among the most common distractions is the use of cell phones… Read More »
More than 4,000 pedestrians lost their lives in 2010 in the United States after being struck by a motor vehicle. If you’re the driver involved, it’s important to take several early steps after an accident involving a pedestrian. First, stop the car and wait for police — or call them yourself. Leaving the scene for… Read More »
All employers (corporations, partnerships and LLCs, and sole proprietorships) in N.J. are required to have workers compensation insurance. This includes companies that aren’t based in N.J. but have employees working here. Companies must have either a workers compensation insurance policy from a New Jersey-authorized carrier, or self-insurance under the explicit approval of the Department of… Read More »