In America, around 3,000 train accidents occur on railways every years, claiming the lives of almost 1,000 people. Although this is a low number compared to yearly car and truck accidents on American roadways, it is still cause for concern. Laws and safety regulations help increase overall prevention, but they are still happening more often …
Workers’ Compensation is a special insurance that is taken out by employers to protect their employees in case of accidents and serious injuries that occur while on the job. Each state has rules on eligibility, maximum compensation levels, and procedures. You may be wondering how workers’ compensation works in the state of New Jersey. These …
Globally, an overwhelming 3,287 individuals lose their lives every day in car accidents. On top of that, around 20-50 million people are disabled or injured. This societal issue begs the question: are car accidents preventable? If so, then how can we individually work towards preventing these tragic occurrences? Read on to learn the answers to …
When you are injured in the workplace, regardless of the state that you are in, you usually have a time limit placed upon you. If you do not report your injury to your employer or supervisor within the limit designated by your state, your Workers’ Compensation claim is almost always denied. In the state of …
You’d be surprised by the types of financial sources that are taxed by the government. There are a lot more things to worry about than just your paycheck or when you buy goods at a store. Other surprising sources that are taxes include, alimony payments, massive financial gifts, scholarship, bartered items for work, and even …
If you are trying to get workers’ compensation after being injured in a work-related incident, you may have to give your deposition during the legal process. A deposition is session that is recorded for evidence in which you or other witnesses are required to answer specific questions under oath. Don’t worry though! This is not …
In the early evening of January 24, 2019, a bus driving on the interstate in Parsippany crashed into several cars. One person was killed and thirty-six injured. The cause is not clear. In NJ, hearing this promotes a sense of deja vu. Because the high number of people who ride buses to and from their …
Attorney Stephen F. Lombardi is pleased to announce a record-breaking winning verdict in the recent case of Wender v. Bartlett. Attorney Lombardi vehemently represented his client, which led to an incredible $1.7 million compensation award. The large settlement amount was listed as number 19 in the top verdicts throughout the state of New Jersey in …
The New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Law, N.J.S.A. 34:15-1 et seq., has been providing monetary and non-monetary benefits to those who have sustained work-related injuries or illnesses in the state of New Jersey since 1911. According to this law, if you have been injured or have fallen ill because of a work-related risk or complication while …
