Many police officers in New Jersey gladly overstep their authority if members of the public do not know their rights. Police officers can easily trick or manipulate people into giving up their rights or implicating themselves in a criminal incident. They can turn a...
The concept of attractive nuisance is an important legal doctrine. In New Jersey, as in many other places, the attractive nuisance doctrine holds property owners responsible for injuries – primarily to children – if the injury is caused by a hazardous object or...
Winter snow can certainly be beautiful – but most drivers would rather be inside than on the roads in the midst of a storm. Ice, snow and sleet can turn a routine commute into a treacherous journey for even the most confident drivers. However, you can take some...
New Jersey is home to many successful businesses, including quite a few that operate in high-risk industries. From casinos that may attract criminal activity to manufacturing and construction jobs, there are a variety of high-risk professions that experience more...
The holidays are a stressful time of year. People have to arrange for travel, plan family get-togethers and budget for gifts. Many people become so focused on those celebration-related stressors that they overlook their heightened risk of personal injury. The holiday...
Doctors undergo very thorough training and are subject to ongoing scrutiny. Their employers have high standards for productivity in most cases, and state licensing authorities can penalize physicians who make mistakes on the job or who run afoul of the law. Given all...
There’s no question that falls are among the most common and often the most serious injuries suffered by construction workers. Since falls from a height can be particularly catastrophic, numerous types of safety measures are required on construction jobs per the...
Accidents can happen anywhere, but understanding where they occur most frequently is crucial for enhancing personal safety. With its bustling cities, picturesque landscapes and vibrant neighborhoods, traveling in South Jersey is no exception to this rule. Below,...
How much insurance a driver chooses to carry in New Jersey is largely a personal decision. Those with more income and valuable personal property may see the benefit in purchasing higher amounts of liability coverage so that they don't face a lawsuit if they ever cause...
Semi-trucks play a very important role in the modern domestic economy. They provide a reliable source of blue-collar employment for many skilled drivers and help keep transportation costs for goods and materials reasonable. Land transportation using semi-trucks is a...