If you suffer an injury because of the work you do, the first question you may ask is probably, "Will I receive workers' compensation benefits?" This is a good question to ask, especially because workers' comp helps cover lost wages as well as the cost of hospital bills and medical treatments.
Workers' comp and disability: can I receive both benefits?
New Jersey dog bite cases
Dogs are man's best friend right? Well, anyone who has ever owned and loved a canine friend knows how adorable and loving these animals can be. In fact, many of us might be suspected of loving our dogs more than we love our children, but that is not what this article is about. This article is about the rare instances when man's best friend turns against us — when an unplanned for attack wreaks havoc on the life of a New Jersey resident.
PTSD and the scars you don't see after an animal attack
Suffering a serious injury after an animal attack can be traumatizing enough for a small child. Not only do they have to deal with the pain of a bite or tear, they must go through the trauma of getting medical attention in an emergency room, which can be frightening for a child. On top of that, there is the slow and oftentimes painful recovery that follows, which only adds to the emotional impact of the attack.
Who is liable for slip-and-falls on snowy or icy New Jersey sidewalks?
The snow and ice that is common in New Jersey this time of year brings slippery roads and sidewalks. Unfortunately, this also means an increase in slip-and-fall accidents. If you have fallen and are injured as a result, you may assume that the landowner of the property is liable for your injury. However, in New Jersey, this is not always the case.
Suggested FMCSA rule could help reduce truck crashes in US
Most people are aware of how dangerous a collision with a large commercial vehicle can be. Because of their size and weight, accidents typically do not end well for the smaller vehicle or its driver. Serious injuries and even death are common, which is all the more reason to find ways of preventing these accidents from happening in the first place.
