New Jersey Turnpike Continues to be a Dangerous Road for Travelers
Tens of thousands of vehicles use the New Jersey Turnpike throughout the state every day. With speeds in excess of 60mph in most parts, accidents are commonplace the entire length of the highway. Whether you are a New Jersey resident, someone who works in the Garden State from a neighboring state, or a visitor, the…
Read MoreNew Jersey Transit Rail Bridge Struck by Truck in Hawthorne
The bed of a truck struck a New Jersey Transit rail bridge on the morning of Monday, June 14, in Hawthrone, causing the truck to overturn. The incident caused rail service to be delayed for a short time while emergency responders cleaned up the scene and investigators could examine the bridge for any structural damage.…
Read MoreA Safety Review of Products in Your Home Can Prevent Injuries
Danger lurks around every corner and in every nook and cranny – or at least, it’s starting to seem that way. Every day, there’s another story about a car spontaneously combusting or a washing machine lid flying across the room. The good news is that you can take steps to lessen the risk that you…
Read MoreGas Line Contractor Seriously Injured in Cinnaminson Accident
On Friday, June 11, around 3:30 in the afternoon, a gas line subcontractor working on replacing gas lines in Cinnaminson, New Jersey, was struck by a dump truck. The contractor suffered serious injuries to multiple areas of his body and was airlifted via helicopter to a local hospital. PSE&G has been replacing gas lines throughout…
Read MorePrescription Medication and Car Crashes – Who’s at Fault?
It’s a given that drinking and driving is dangerous; not to mention that it’s against the law. If you are injured in a crash with a drunk driver, generally there is evidence to show that person was legally intoxicated. However, not as many people are as aware of the dangers of taking prescription drugs and…
Read MoreSigns of Malnutrition and Dehydration in NJ Nursing Homes
Although there are, sadly, many types of nursing home abuse or neglect, two of the more dangerous include dehydration and malnutrition. These conditions can happen to anyone, but the elderly are far more vulnerable, due to issues like staff inattention or straight-up abuse in nursing home facilities. Further, malnutrition and dehydration can go unnoticed until…
Read MoreHow Much Will a New Jersey Car Accident Devalue My Vehicle?
After a car crash, your immediate attention is on your passengers and yourself – is everyone okay? Is anyone hurt? How serious are the injuries? Once the initial shock wears off, you turn your attention to your car, truck, or SUV to assess the damage and it’s bad news. However, there is a bit of…
Read MoreKID Releases Report Detailing 2020’s Top Children’s Product Recalls
The nonprofit organization Kids In Danger (KID) recently released their annual report analyzing all children’s products recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) during the previous year. The report notes that infant inclined sleepers, unstable furniture, and lead-tainted products topped the list of recalls in 2020. In their report called Tracking Trends, KID explains…
Read MoreTop 10 Causes of Springtime Injuries to Children in New Jersey
It doesn’t take much for your child to suffer an injury in the spring months in New Jersey. With such a cold and snowy winter finally in the rear-view mirror, many kids are itching to get outside to enjoy the warmth of the sun. Letting kids be kids is the mantra for many parents –…
Read MoreWhy Was My Baby Born with Bruises?
The miracle of childbirth is fascinating, stressful, tiring, and overwhelming. As beautiful as it is, giving birth is scary, especially when you see your child for the first time and they have bruises on their face or other areas of their body. Now, it’s not uncommon for newborns to come into the world with bruises;…
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