Pedestrian deaths have risen sharply across New Jersey and the rest of the nation in recent years, and research suggests that the growing popularity of SUVs is at least somewhat to blame. As the number of SUVs sold and driven by Americans increased, so, too, did the...
Year: 2021
Stay calm if your car malfunctions on the road
Road users in New Jersey typically manage to get by with little difficulty. However, there are occasions where hazards present themselves and accidents occur. At times, hazards may take the form of other drivers being reckless or distracted. It is important to note...
Brain injury symptoms might be delayed after a crash
Car crashes can result in several types of injuries. Many injuries are evident at the scene of the crash, but there are some that might be hidden. These are sometimes very serious injuries, so getting medical care is imperative. In some cases, a brain injury can occur...
What does negligence, fault and liability mean in injury law?
Legalese, or legal speak, can sound almost like a mystical new language to those not employed in the legal industry. We can assure you that this is not the case. Law professionals speak and write in this manner to ensure that the language used in our industry remains...
Eye injuries at construction sites
When considering construction injuries, it is common to think of head trauma, broken limbs and spinal cord injuries. While these injuries are commonplace, eye injuries are also a possibility. Our vision plays a key role in almost everything we do in daily life,...
3 issues that contribute to your slip-and-fall risk at a store
Every business in New Jersey that opens its doors to customers has to have safe and accessible premises. Unfortunately, businesses don't maintain their facilities well enough to allow safe shopping experiences for their customers. Many issues can lead to increased...
A car crash, a spinal cord injury and the prospects for recovery
Almost half of all spinal cord injuries result from vehicle crashes, low-speed rear-end collisions included. What kind of treatment follows such an injury and what is the prognosis for recovery? About SCI There are two types of spinal cord injury (SCI). With a...
4 ways to prevent fall injuries on construction sites
Each day, many of us face potential hazards in the workplace. However, construction sites can be particularly dangerous. One of the most significant risks that construction workers face is being injured by falls. Research suggests that falls represent one of the...
Steel-toed boots provide critical safety in construction jobs
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration sets standards for workplace safety. For construction workers, one of these is to wear steel-toed boots. This helps to protect the person’s toes from objects that fall onto them. It’s imperative that construction...
Stair dangers may lie hidden in your favorite establishments
When people go shopping or to their favorite restaurants, they do not think much about the stairs on the property. Most of us assume that steps and stairways are safe for consumers. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Some commercial establishments contain...