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Safe Driving in Winter Conditions: Tips for a Smooth Commute
Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Winter conditions can present significant challenges to drivers, making it crucial to exercise caution and adopt safe driving practices. As a personal injury law firm committed to promoting road safety, we understand the importance of spreading awareness about driving in snow and winter conditions. In this blog post, we will… Continue reading
Snow, Snow, Snow = Slip and Falls
Posted in Pennsylvania Law Monitor, Personal Injury, Personal Injury Law Journal, Slip & Fall
Although this winter season has already seen a great amount of snow accumulation, weather forecasters are predicting more snow will hit us in the coming weeks. Of course, all of this snow makes for dangerous walking conditions. As the amount of snow accumulation continues to increase, so does the chance of being hurt as a result of slipping on ice or snow. Continue reading
Stark & Stark Secures $2.138 Million Jury Verdict for Central New Jersey Car Crash Victim
Posted in Personal Injury, Stark News
Verdict was approximately nine-and-a-half times the size of the defendant’s final offer. Hamilton, N.J. (Dec. 13, 2023) – On December 12, 2023, Stark & Stark shareholder Christopher P. Weidman secured a $2.138 million verdict from a Middlesex County jury on behalf of a 24-year-old woman who was severely injured in… Continue reading
E-Scooter and E-Bike Injuries Soar
Posted in Bicycle Injury, Personal Injury, Product Liability
Injuries caused by e-scooters and e-bikes increased steeply from 2021 to 2022, highlighting the serious risks associated with these transportation devices (officially known as “micromobility products”). According to a new report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), titled “Micromobility Products-Related Deaths, Injuries, and Hazard Patterns,” these kinds of… Continue reading
Navigating Negligence Claims in Amusement Park Injuries: Responsibilities and Rights
Posted in Personal Injury
One common cause of action for amusement park injuries, and tort law more broadly, is negligence. An amusement park operator has a duty to protect its patrons from any reasonably foreseeable risks created by its rides and other attractions. This is because patrons at a park are considered “business invitees”… Continue reading
Amusement Park Injuries: Navigating Reporting Requirements in New Jersey
Posted in Personal Injury
A day at the amusement park can be a stress-relieving, fun way to pass the time. However, despite the joys they provide, many patrons are caused to suffer from personal injuries every year at amusement parks due to dangerous conditions or defective rides. If you or a loved one were… Continue reading
Know the Dangers Associated with Scissor Lifts on Construction Sites
Posted in Construction Litigation, Personal Injury
Construction workers are exposed to hazards and dangerous conditions on job sites every day. Often the danger comes from the very equipment they are required to use. One such piece of equipment is the scissor lift or aerial lift. I know this because I have personally litigated cases involving serious… Continue reading
Qualities to Look for in a Pennsylvania Personal Injury Attorney
Posted in Personal Injury
Accidents happen every day, and personal injury attorneys are everywhere. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident and suffered an injury, it’s crucial to find an attorney. With so many personal injury attorneys available, it may be difficult or overwhelming to select the right attorney… Continue reading
Causes of E-Bike Fires and What to Do When They Happen
Posted in Personal Injury
A recent surge of electric bike fires in NYC has brought new attention to the dangers of lithium battery fires and increased scrutiny of safety compliance. Although electric bikes, also known as e-bikes, are subject to federal and state regulations, fires can still occur due to improper maintenance, faulty construction, or regulatory noncompliance… Continue reading
Potential Brain Cancer Link Investigated at New Jersey’s Colonia High School
Posted in Personal Injury
The city of Woodbridge, NJ is conducting an investigation after more than 100 former students and staff at the local Colonia High School were found to have developed brain tumors over a three-decade period. First uncovered by former student Al Lupiano, the prevalence of both cancerous and benign brain tumors among… Continue reading
