On Friday, a construction worker was struck and killed by an attenuator truck on the Atlantic City Expressway in Winslow Township. According to the New Jersey State Police, the driver was retrieving cones from a closure on the highway shoulder when he accidentally ran over the worker while backing up. The driver of the truck, …
After an accident—whether a motor vehicle collision, a slip and fall, or another incident—you may be unsure of what to do next. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed in the aftermath. Fortunately, New Jersey law gives personal injury victims the right to seek compensation for the losses they’ve suffered. However, to recover damages successfully, you …
Car accidents are stressful enough on their own, but the situation becomes even more complicated when the other driver doesn’t have car insurance. In New Jersey, all drivers are legally required to carry auto insurance, yet accidents involving uninsured drivers still happen. If you’re in a crash with someone who is uninsured or underinsured in Edison, …
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized transportation in New Jersey, offering convenient alternatives to traditional taxis, public transit, carpooling, and other means of getting from point A to point B. However, the increased usage has led to a rise in rideshare-related accidents, with several common causes among these accidents being identifiable. What Makes Rideshare …
Construction work is one of the most hazardous jobs in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Every year, numerous workers suffer serious injuries due to unsafe conditions, equipment failure, or negligence on construction sites throughout towns like Freehold, Long Branch, and Middletown. While Workers’ Compensation benefits provide critical support for injured employees, they do not always cover all …
If you have been injured in an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, there are different rules at play than there are in other types of car crash cases. You may be limited in who you can seek compensation from, but you would still be entitled to money for your injuries. You would need …
Expert witnesses play a crucial role in personal injury cases by providing specialized knowledge that goes beyond what the average juror might know, but phrasing that knowledge in ways that jurors can understand. According to New Jersey law, both plaintiffs and defendants can use the services of expert witnesses to provide “scientific, technical, or other …
The teen accused of starting the second largest wildfire in New Jersey in 20 years denies responsibility for the blaze, saying others with him who left the area after he did should have extinguished the fire. Joseph Kling, 19, was charged in April with aggravated arson, arson, and hindering apprehension in connection with the Jones …
As the weather warms up, more motorcyclists take to the roads, making it imperative for all drivers to be mindful of motorcycle safety. At Lombardi & Lombardi, P.A., we recognize the importance of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in promoting safer driving habits and reducing accidents. The Stark Reality Motorcyclists face a higher risk of injury …
