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Speeding on New Jersey roads is so common that most state residents barely notice it, unless a driver is traveling well over the posted limit or a crash caused by speeding directly affects us. Tragically, a family in Mount Olive is now dealing with the aftermath of a fatal accident that occurred when the vehicle… Read More »

With the rise of rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft, ensuring that their drivers are sufficiently insured has become a critical issue. Section 39:5H-10 of the New Jersey Statutes specifically addresses this concern, establishing mandatory insurance requirements for drivers working with transportation network companies (TNCs). Understanding these rules is essential for drivers and could… Read More »

Tractor trailers, semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles pose a serious risk to others on the road due to their greater size and weight. If a collision occurs, drivers of smaller vehicles are more likely to sustain devastating injuries. This and other factors make lawsuits over truck accidents markedly more complicated, lengthier and expensive than… Read More »

Workers’ compensation is designed to be a no-fault system, providing benefits to employees injured or made ill by their work regardless of who is to blame for an accident. However, there are several common reasons why workers’ compensation claims are denied, creating potential obstacles to receiving these benefits. The following are the most frequent reasons… Read More »

A noncompete agreement is a contract by which an employee is bound not to enter into competition with a former employer. In New Jersey, these agreements have generally been enforceable if they meet specific conditions designed to balance the interests of employers and employees.  On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission issued a rule… Read More »

Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of traffic accidents. They occur when one vehicle strikes another from behind. In New Jersey, as in many states, the driver in the rear is typically considered at fault. However, there are exceptions to this general presumption, and in some cases, liability may be shared. Drivers are… Read More »

Being unable to work and support your family due to an injury or ailment can be financially devastating. If your condition arises from an accident or exposure that occurred at your place of employment, you may receive workers’ compensation benefits over a short or long term. But there are also resources available for disabilities arising… Read More »

Motorcycles provide a thrilling way to experience the freedom of the open road, but they can also be highly dangerous. Due to their instability, bikes are more prone to skid and tip over in wet weather or on poor road conditions. What’s more, a rider involved in an accident has almost no protection from impact… Read More »

When a family member dies due to another person’s fault, the law allows for the decedent’s survivors to be compensated. A tragic death can result from a motor vehicle crash, a machine accident, an act of medical malpractice or a physical attack, among other causes. But the death alone is not enough to make the… Read More »

Employers in recent years have made increased use of artificial intelligence in recruitment and hiring. There is growing reliance on AI tools to sort through large volumes of applicants and winnow them down to short lists of suitable candidates. However, critics have pointed out the danger of these systems producing discriminatory results. New Jersey legislators… Read More »