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Motorcycle Safety Tips for Cold Weather Riding
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I was recently speaking with a former client who mentioned he went out for a ride on a really cold Sunday. He decided to take his bike to go see his mom. We talked about how cold it was and we even discussed why he chose to take his bike… Continue reading
New Jersey Enacts an Insurance Bad Faith Statute for Auto Insurers
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While it may not have received a lot of mainstream media coverage, the recent passage of the New Jersey Insurance Fair Conduct Act (“NJIFCA”) was a huge victory for those injured in car crashes in New Jersey. The law was signed into effect by Governor Murphy on January 18, 2022,… Continue reading
Causes of New Jersey Motorcycle Accidents, and How to Avoid Them
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If you ride a motorcycle, you know the joy and sense of freedom it can bring, but you’ll also want to take extra care to keep yourself safe on the roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are 29 times more likely to die in a… Continue reading
Things to Know if You’re Injured by a Car While Biking in New Jersey
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Biking is an eco-friendly way to get around—and a great way to get some fresh air and exercise. Unfortunately, not all drivers respect the safety of bikers, and negligent or distracted driving can easily put you in danger of serious injury. If you’ve been hit by a car while biking,… Continue reading
New Jersey’s Safe Passing Law Aims to Protect Cyclists and Pedestrians on the Road
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The COVID-19 pandemic may have halted or reduced travel for many in New Jersey, but the end of the year also came with a surprising and sobering statistic: the number of fatal accidents involving cars in New Jersey rose in 2020 despite the pandemic. Last year, 587 fatal accidents were… Continue reading
Governor Murphy Signs New Laws to Protect New Jersey Workers
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New Jersey residents who work in the so-called “gig” economy can breathe a little easier today. On July 8, 2021 Governor Murphy signed new laws that will crack down on worker misclassification in New Jersey, which will provide additional benefits for workers once in effect. Misclassification is the practice of… Continue reading
Peloton Recalls Treadmill Products After Fighting U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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On May 5, 2021 Peloton announced they were recalling their Tread+ and Tread Treadmill products due to the multiple injuries and even a child death that was reported. Back in April, Peloton fought the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on the need for a recall. The Commission issued an urgent… Continue reading
Pennsylvania Senate Approves Bill Allowing Delegation of A Doctor’s Informed Consent Duties
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On Wednesday April 28, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously passed a bill that would allow qualified associates/staff to obtain informed consent from patients prior to medical procedures. Traditionally, doctors were the only individuals who had the sole, non-delegable responsibility of obtaining the Consent Forms. The unanimous vote amends the state’s Medical… Continue reading
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Discover Infections Linked to Reusable Urological Endoscopes
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According to recent reports, the FDA is investigating cases where patients have died due to contamination issues with medical devices. Specifically, the infections are apparently stemming from “the patient-to-patient transfer of pathogens from devices used to view and access the urinary tract, bladder, and kidneys, including cystoscopes, ureteroscopes, and cystourethroscopes.”
Federally Appointed Task Force Recommends Increase in Number of Americans Eligible for Lung Cancer Screenings
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Did you know that lung cancer killed more than 135,000 people in the United States in 2020? The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force believes that increasing the number of eligible Americans for free lung cancer screenings will save more lives, including those of women and people of color.
