Passengers in the back seat of cars, trucks, and SUVs tend to suffer more serious injuries than drivers and front-seat passengers. Unfortunately, the back seats of vehicles often have less safety equipment than front seats, while back seat passengers are also more likely to not wear their seat belts. But what kinds of injuries do backseat passengers typically suffer in…

When you suffer a slip and fall on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries and losses from the property owner or another liable party. However, there are certain elements that you will need to prove in a slip and fall case to secure a financial recovery.         Elements of a Slip…

During the late fall and winter, snow and ice from storms can cause slippery conditions. Even heavy rains during spring and summer can create a situation where someone may slip and fall on slick surfaces. When a slip and fall accident occurs due to slippery ground or pavement conditions caused by bad weather, who can be held liable for the…

The first step in obtaining workers’ compensation benefits for a work-related injury is to notify your employer of your injury. Under New Jersey’s workers’ compensation system, you are required to notify your employer of a work injury so that they or their workers’ compensation insurance carrier can file the appropriate paperwork with the state and evaluate the employee’s claim.  If…

If you have been involved in a car accident in New Jersey, you need to familiarize yourself with the state laws that govern car accidents, as these laws may affect your legal rights and options for pursuing compensation in a car accident case.  Auto Insurance Requirements New Jersey is a “no-fault” auto insurance state. This means that drivers are required…