What Causes the Most Accidents on Construction Sites?
It’s no secret that construction jobs are some of the most dangerous in any industry. The manual nature of the job combined with the tools and heavy machinery used can lead to injury and even death. While regulations are in place to protect construction workers on-site, they aren’t always followed. Worker safety is frequently sacrificed…
Read MoreWhat are the Lifelong Effects of Birth Injuries?
It’s estimated that one out of every 33 babies born (or approximately 120,000 each year) are born with a birth injury. An additional five out of every 1,000 born die in childbirth or before their first birthday every year. Although not all birth defects and injuries can be prevented, medical malpractice can be the cause…
Read MoreWhat is Considered a Misdiagnosis and When is it Malpractice?
When mistakes like misdiagnosis are made in healthcare, the consequences are immense. There are over 700,000 deaths in hospitals every year, and medical misdiagnosis is one of the leading causes. These incidents lead to 371,000 deaths and 424,000 permanent disabilities every year, and those are just the confirmed cases. What is considered a misdiagnosis, and…
Read MoreWho is Liable in a Trucking Accident? It Goes Well Beyond the Driver
In most auto accidents, liability or fault usually falls on some combination of the drivers involved. When a commercial vehicle (specifically a truck and trailer) is involved, many other parties outside of the drivers themselves can be held liable for injuries, damages, etc. Who exactly can be liable in these situations? It can be a…
Read MoreThe Most Telltale Signs of Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes
It’s estimated that one in six people over the age of 60 have experienced some form of abuse in community settings over the past year. Nursing home negligence and abuse have both been on the rise since the onset of COVID-19, with rates of abuse occurring at particularly alarming numbers in long-term care facilities. With…
Read MoreIs New Jersey a No-Fault State? Who’s Liable in Car Accidents?
Who’s at fault when it comes to a car accident? The answer to this question can depend on the state in which you live and the laws that are in place. New Jersey is currently a “no-fault” state when it comes to car accidents, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have recourse if you or…
Read MoreKnow Your Rights: Who is at Fault for Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents are generally classified under a broader legal practice area known as premises liability. These incidents are notoriously dangerous, leading to severe injuries, billions of dollars in medical costs, and even death in the worst cases. They are also generally caused by some form of negligence on the part of property and…
Read MoreThe Most Common Causes of Death in Hospitals and Healthcare Settings
Over 700,000 people die in hospitals every year. While not all these deaths are preventable, many are the result of errors in medical care. These wrongful deaths impact families, including spouses and children, for generations. Healthcare providers have a responsibility to provide an acceptable level of care for patients. While mistakes can happen in care,…
Read MoreThe Long-Term Damage Caused by Brachial Plexus Injuries
There are many causes of a brachial plexus injury including birth trauma, car accidents, sports accidents, falls, medical malpractice during surgeries, and even radiation therapy. While these types of injuries can sometimes heal on their own without treatment, they often require medical attention whether that means physical therapy, medications, or surgery. Many victims of this…
Read MoreWhich Roads Are the Deadliest in New Jersey?
New Jersey is a small state with a population of over 9 million people. With people heading to work, to the doctor’s office, to the grocery store, or to the school to drop their kids off, it makes sense that there would be accidents on a daily basis all throughout the state. But there are…
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