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Pedestrians were hit by cars in New Jersey at a tragic & record-setting pace in 2021. According to a new study, New Jersey may have some of the most deadly streets to walk in the nation. Last year, there were about 220 pedestrians who died on New Jersey roadways. That's almost two pedestrian deaths for...

Workers throughout New Jersey face hazards on the job. When injured in a workplace accident, they deserve workers’ compensation benefits that will pay medical expenses and provide partial wages. But employers can help prevent injuries by taking steps to make their workplaces safer. One of the most common causes of worker injuries are slips, trips,...

If you're injured working remotely, you should know your rights In New Jersey and almost every other state, businesses are required to have workers' compensation insurance for their employees—and that includes employees who work from home or other remote locations. If you are working remotely and sustain a work-related injury, you have the right to...

Make sure you know all your legal options if you're hurt at work Everything changes after an injury. You're in pain and wondering how to get your medical bills paid. You're looking at an uncertain future. The last thing you need is to navigate the legal implications of your injury on your own. Depending on...

If you're injured in a construction accident, it's important to remember that you have rights Construction is among the most dangerous sectors in the U.S. - especially if safety protocols aren't followed. But the biggest threat to worker safety doesn't come from huge vehicles or powerful machines - it comes from falls. Falls are the...

Our NJ Workers’ Comp Lawyers Are Proud To Help Raise Awareness About Ladder Safety and Training Ladders are an essential piece of equipment at many worksites in New Jersey and throughout the nation, but they are also the source of many severe workplace injuries. Falls and similar ladder-related accidents make OSHA's list of Top 10...

Cold winters are a fact of life in New Jersey, and unfortunately, so are slip and falls on snow and ice. While falls may sound like minor incidents, they can actually have serious consequences for victims. Nationwide, they're the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) every year. A slip and fall can also cause...

Workplace accidents happen every year – in Shrewsbury, Newark and throughout New Jersey. Workers are left with serious injuries and are unable to do their jobs, resulting in financial stress. Injured workers are eligible for workers' compensation benefits to help them get through a difficult time. But many workplace accidents could have been prevented. There...

A New Jersey Workers' Comp Lawyer Provides the Details Dramatic single-incident accidents at work — like slip and falls or getting struck by an item — can have a long-lasting and devastating effect on a person's life, but so too can injuries that develop over time. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are among the most common work...

A New Jersey workers' comp attorney discusses the dangers workers face Logging workers are often among those with the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. Every year, there are about 111 deaths per 100,000 workers, according to Industrial Safety & Hygiene News. This is 33-times the national fatal accident rate. To reduce injuries and deaths,...