If you are involved in litigation, odds are you will have to participate in what is called a deposition. A deposition is a question and answer session, wherein attorneys will ask you questions and you will have to answer them under oath prior to trial. There are three reasons attorneys take depositions: (1) to lock …

When a car strikes a pedestrian, the injuries sustained by the victim can be severe. Cars are heavy and fast. When they slam into an individual, the person could be launched into the air, scraped against the rough pavement or even crushed by the vehicle. Liability in Motor Vehicle Crashes Involving Pedestrians in New Jersey …

When we purchase products from the store, we expect them to be safe when used as intended. Unfortunately, manufacturers sometimes put products out on the market that are not safe. When product liability claims arise, businesses may be forced to include warning labels on products, alter designs or even recall the item. Common Types of …

While not every unintentional medical complication or side effect reaches the level of medical malpractice, there are thousands of legitimate medical malpractice claims that arise each year due to the negligence of doctors, hospitals or hospital staff. Common Causes of Medical Malpractice in New Jersey Medical malpractice occurs when doctors are negligent in performing their …

When it comes to motorcycle accident injuries, the most catastrophic injuries are ones that involve the head. That is why many states have laws in place that require motorcycle riders to wear a helmet. Some states make all riders wear a helmet, while others require riders of a certain age to wear helmets. Wearing a …

A personal injury case does not get resolved in a single night. It is an involved process that requires time, effort, and a lot of moving pieces. There is a lot that goes on before you even get close to an actual trial or a settlement. One of these phases is called the discovery phase, …

When it comes to an accident that caused you personal injury, it is of the utmost importance to find and preserve evidence of what took place and to document your injuries. These will come in handy later on when you pursue a personal injury claim. For starters, you first step in this process should be …

If you have been injured at work and filed a workers’ compensation claim, you may be requested to undergo a medical examination by a doctor different from your regular treating physician. This is most commonly referred to as an independent medical examination (IME), and usually comes at the request of your employer’s insurance company. An …

Suffering an injury and/or being in some kind of accident can be an overwhelming and emotional experience. The moment itself could go by in a flash. One moment you might be on your way to the grocery store and the next you’re flipped over on the side of the road after another vehicle t-boned you …