5 common examples of improper property maintenance
Property owners have a general obligation to keep their premises reasonably safe. To do so, they must regularly inspect property for potential hazards and make necessary repairs. Unfortunately, though, property owners do not always stay on top of maintenance. If a person sustains an injury on someone else’s property, he or she may have a …
When a fall causes a serious head injury
A slip-and-fall accident can cause serious injuries for a victim. Many factors, such as where the slip happened and what surface the victim was on when it happened, can contribute to the severity of the victim’s injuries. Slip-and-fall injuries can happen indoors and outside, during winter and summer, at night and in the daylight, and …
When could an exchange with a car insurance agent haunt you?
After a car accident, you have several tasks to tend to, including contacting a New Jersey insurance agent. No matter if you reach out to your agent or the other motorist’s, think twice about what you say. USA Today examines common pitfalls that may jeopardize a car accident claim. Protect your rights to receive compensation …
What are some legal responsibilities of pet owners?
When you own a pet, you have certain responsibilities under the law that help prevent injury to your pet and to other people. Since dog bites are a concern, many of the laws you must abide by help to prevent situations where a bite could occur. Laws also address common problems that can lead to …
Avoiding a rear-end collision
Rear-end collisions are the most frequent type of crash, according to Driving-Tests, a driver education platform. Officially collected data shows rear-end collisions made up about 29% of all the crashes in the U.S. in 2017. There are many things drivers can do to reduce the likelihood of you ending up in a rear-end collision. According …
Should I accept a settlement offer?
A lot of personal injury cases end up settling before going to trial. While this can save you a lot of time and headaches, it might also cut you short of the amount of compensation you could recover if you went forward with litigation. This means that you have to balance a number of considerations …
How serious are slip-and-fall accidents?
While both property owners and business owners have a duty to keep patrons and visitors safe from harm, slips, trips and falls result in serious injuries all over New Jersey. From engine oil saturating the pavement in a parking lot to upturned carpeting in the entrance of a shopping mall, individuals can be seriously hurt …
Traumatic brain injuries – An overview
Commonly resulting from falls, traumatic brain injuries may have immediate effects, as well as long-term complications. Such injuries occur when sudden jolts, violent strikes or piercing injuries to the head damage to the brain. Having an idea of what to expect from and following their injuries may help those who suffer TBIs and their families …
Why do people drive drowsy?
New Jersey drivers like you may have driven while feeling a little sleepy before. Did you know that this could count as drowsy driving? Or that drowsy driving in general makes up 6,000 fatalities a year? Drowsy driving is also one of the most common types of distracted driving behavior. Why is that the case? …
What a plaintiff must prove in a premises liability claim
When you rent or visit a property, the property owner has a duty to make sure his or her area is safe and suitable for use. This means keeping it safe and free from obstacles and hazards that could cause you and others unnecessary harm or injury. In the event that your landlord, a store …
