The Requirement of Actual Loss In the first two blogs in this series, we looked at the elements of a personal injury claimed based on negligence and went into greater detail about the first two: the breach of the duty of care, and the demonstration … [Read more...]
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Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit—Part Two
Establishing a Causal Link between the Defendant's Breach of Duty and the Accident that Caused Your Losses In Part One of this series, we looked at the standard of care required in a personal injury lawsuit and how it is determined. Once you've … [Read more...]
Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit—Part One
Showing That the Defendant Breached the Duty of Care When you have been hurt because of the wrongful actions of another person, you have a right to file a lawsuit to seek compensation for all your losses, including personal injury and property … [Read more...]
Common Types of Insurance Broker Malpractice
Protecting Yourself against Wrongful Conduct by an Insurance Professional If you're like most people, when it comes to insurance, you have a basic understanding of the concept—you're paying a premium, based on an assessment of the amount of risk … [Read more...]
The Standard of Care in a Medical Malpractice Claim
Proving that a Medical Professional Did Not Provide the Appropriate Level of Care In most personal injury claims, the legal theory upon which recovery is sought is negligence. To prove negligence, you must show that the defendant (person or … [Read more...]
Drivers May Be Distracted By The Radio
When New Jersey residents consider things that can distract them while driving, they usually think of their cellphone and the other passengers in the vehicle. However, many people may be surprised to learn their car radio can also be a … [Read more...]
How Do You Keep Toddlers Safe at Playgrounds?
When you take your toddlers to a playground in New Jersey, you usually do not think they will get hurt as they play. Young children may easily incur an injury on a public playground, though, and it is important to know what you can do to keep your … [Read more...]
Tips For Driving in The Rain
Summer storms are a common occurrence, even as the season draws to a close. Accordingly, even the safest New Jersey drivers run the risk of an accident when driving in the rain, unless they take the proper precautions. State Farm offers the following … [Read more...]
How To Stay Safe At Work
When New Jersey residents go to work each day, they usually do not consider the possibility that they might slip and fall. People encounter many hazards each day that might cause an accident, however, and it is important to understand how people can … [Read more...]