Road fatalities have been increasing in recent years in New Jersey and across the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released its fatality statistics through March 2022 and found that the rate is still climbing, with New...
Year: 2022
The difference between a material and minor breach of contract
A business lives on the agreements it makes. Contracts with employees, a vendor or any other entity define what a company can do and when it can do it. A breach of any of those contracts can cost time and money, but not all breaches are equal and it’s important to...
A work stoppage could save your life
For any worker, the horror story of unsafe work conditions is only that, a story. For the most part, most employers take their duty to provide a safe and healthy work environment seriously. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, and you may find yourself...
How to determine if an insurance company is making a low offer
Being in a car accident can be scary even if the damage is not very serious, but the lingering effects of car accidents are much worse for the victims who suffer significant injuries. These individuals are not only put in a position where they need to find a new car...
Have you seen these signs of nursing home abuse or neglect?
It can be hard to entrust the care of an elderly loved one to a nursing home. These facilities are heavily regulated in order to ensure safe care for your loved one, but the sad reality is that nursing home abuse and neglect continues to occur at an alarming rate in...
A small or mid-sized business might consider a merger
Although it is only the largest mergers that get the attention of the national news, mergers and acquisitions are common among New York and New Jersey businesses. No matter what line of business they are in, small and mid-sized organizations in Bergen County or other...
Auto accident deaths on the rise in New Jersey
Road safety is a concern for every New Jersey resident. Since so many people need to commute using state roadways whether they are going to work, school or on a personal trip, the chance of an auto accident is worrisome. This has grown worse with the spike in fatal...
How do liquidated damages work?
Parties to a contract are expected to comply with its terms. When one party breaches the contract the other party can take legal action. However, contracts also contain remedies when a party breaches its terms which can guide litigation or provide an avenue for...
Can I recover damages if I lose a loved one in a car crash?
We all hear about fatal car crashes on the nightly news, but do we actually take the time to think about the impact of a fatal car crash? Likely there are loved ones left behind, spouses and children who must move forward following the deadly collision. Doing so...
These construction jobs pose a high risk of injury
New Jersey construction workers face a high risk of injury on the job. Although construction companies typically have safety protocols in place, there are some specific construction industry jobs that will always be considered inherently dangerous. The following...