Category Archives: Personal Injury
Steps to Take After an Amusement Park Accident
No one ever books tickets and schedules a trip to an amusement park, thinking things could go wrong, and they will be hurt. Amusement park accidents happen all the time, though. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports thousands of amusement park accidents annually which result in injured parties needing emergency room medical treatment…. Read More »
What is the New Jersey Carnival and Amusement Ride Safety Act?
It is essential to be safe at an amusement park, whether it be a mobile park like a traveling carnival or a fixed site park like Six Flags Great Adventure and Safari. No one wants what should be a fun day filled with memorable moments with friends and family to turn into a nightmare…. Read More »
Can I File a Lawsuit After a Drowning Accident in New Jersey?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning deaths are on the rise. Recently, the CDC reported that more than 4,500 people drowned across the United States. The most current data shows a significant increase in drowning deaths in the U.S. from previous years. A deadly drowning can happen to anyone of… Read More »
Top 6 Reasons Why Drowning Accidents Happen
In the warmer weather in South Jersey, there is nothing more refreshing or fun than getting into a pool or going to a popular waterpark to play and cool off. However, even though people of all ages love these public places, there are still dangers to be aware of. When playing near a body… Read More »
How Waterpark Injury Accidents Happen
You take your children to a waterpark or you allow older children to go with friends and you hope they have a fun filled day. Though, sometimes inferior waterpark design, lack of maintenance and insufficient training for lifeguards are all real issues that can make a waterpark very dangerous for its visitors. The safety… Read More »
Can Dash Cam Footage be Used to Support Your Personal Injury Claim?
These days, technology comes in many forms and is more attainable and affordable. Dash cams are usually associated with police vehicles, but private cars can use them, too. The rules, though, vary depending on where you live. In New Jersey, it is legal to use a dash cam in your car if it is… Read More »
Filing an Injury Claim Against NJ Transit
Filing an injury claim after an accident is never an easy thing to do, even when the accident is clearcut, and there is no question that another party caused the incident to take place. However, the process can be even more arduous when an injury accident occurs on a NJ transit train. Taking legal… Read More »
What are the Warsaw and Montreal Conventions?
The Warsaw and Montreal Conventions can apply if an injury accident happens on an international flight. Any flight where an injury accident occurs that has at least stopped in a foreign country will hold the airline responsible for resulting damages when the accident can be proven. The requirement to prove negligence does not exist…. Read More »
What To Do If You Were Injured in an Escalator Accident?
If you were injured in an escalator or elevator accident, it is best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. You may be able to file a personal injury claim, but there is only a limited amount of time to do this. The statute of limitations in New Jersey for filing a… Read More »
What is the Burden of Proof in a Personal Injury Case?
The burden of proof is something that is used in both personal injury cases and criminal cases. It is necessary to show that the allegations one party is making against another are true or likely true. This can be done by providing substantial evidence to support one’s claims. When it comes to filing a… Read More »