Author Archives: Kevin Kutyla
How to Prove Sexual Harassment by a New Jersey Employer
Sexual harassment has long been a serious problem in workplaces throughout the United States. Despite the #MeToo movement, enforcing laws against sexual harassment remains problematic. Often, this is because of the difficulty of proving that illegal misconduct occurred. However, meritorious cases can be won through careful and thorough gathering of evidence. In New Jersey, the… Read More »
Wrongful Death Lawsuits and Survival Actions: Who May Bring Them
If you have lost a relative due to another person’s fault, you may be entitled to financial compensation. New Jersey law permits certain family members to sue the person who caused their loved one’s death. There are two remedies possible: a wrongful death lawsuit or a survival action. Here’s what you need to know about… Read More »
Calculating Damages for Pain and Suffering After an Accident
An auto accident can leave you with severe injuries and resulting expenses. You may face high medical costs, lose time at work and suffer a great deal of pain. If another person was at fault for the accident, you might be entitled to financial compensation for what you are going through. How much money you… Read More »
How to Know If You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated
In New Jersey, most people who work are at-will employees. This means their employer can fire them for most any reason, or for no reason at all, as long as no federal or state law is violated. But if you’ve been fired, it’s not always easy to figure out the true motives for the termination… Read More »
How to Prove a Distracted Driver Was at Fault in Your Accident
Distracted driving is among the chief causes of traffic accidents throughout the United States, including New Jersey. If you’ve been in a vehicle crash and you can prove that the other driver’s inattention was responsible, you may be able to collect compensation for your injuries. A study released in 2022 showed that in New Jersey,… Read More »
NJ Legislators Consider Bill to Outlaw Discrimination Based on Height and Weight
Studies have shown that overweight adults encounter 12 times more weight-based employment discrimination than thinner adults. Now, a proposed bill in the state Senate would make New Jersey the second state in the nation to ban discrimination against employees due to their height or weight. If passed, the Senate bill would add height and weight… Read More »
How Long Does a Workers’ Compensation Claim Take to Settle in New Jersey?
New Jersey law requires that employers in most organizations carry workers’ compensation insurance so that employees injured on the job are promptly reimbursed for their medical expenses, lost wages and related costs. However, workers’ comp claims vary in size and complexity. How long it takes to resolve a claim depends on the specific details of… Read More »
Dealing with the “Open and Obvious” Defense in Slip and Fall Cases
Anyone who owns or occupies property has a legal duty to keep it safe for guests and other people who may enter upon it. When dangerous conditions exist, slip and fall accidents are likely to occur, particularly on commercial premises where there is a high volume of foot traffic. A property owner or manager can… Read More »
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accident Injuries in NJ
There is no denying the appeal of motorcycles. For many people, they represent freedom and adventure. But riding motorcycle comes with great risks. They’re less stable than four-wheeled vehicles and they provide less protection in an accident. This means not only that they are more prone to crashes but also that more serious injuries tend… Read More »