Monthly Archives: March 2020
How is Liability Determined in Morristown Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey?
New Jersey is officially the most densely populated state in the nation. Unsurprisingly, this fact alone contributes to the high number of pedestrian accidents and fatalities in New Jersey. Each year, more than 160 pedestrians die in vehicle crashes across the state, accounting for nearly 30% of all traffic deaths in New Jersey. Accidents… Read More »
How Does New Jersey’s Drunk Driving Law Work in 2020?
Many New Jersey residents are unaware of a new law that requires ignition interlock devices (IID) even for first-time offenders. Under a relatively new DWI law, which became effective Dec. 1, 2019, anyone convicted of drunk driving in New Jersey – even for the first time – is required to install the IID in… Read More »
Who’s Liable for Your Scaffolding Accident Injury in New Jersey?
Compared to other places of work, construction sites are full of hazards that can injure workers and passers-by. A large percentage of construction site accidents in New Jersey involve scaffolding. Scaffolding is a temporary structure design used by workers when building, repairing, or cleaning a building. Typically, scaffolding is not meant for long-term use… Read More »
Legal Theories to Bring a Product Liability Claim in New Jersey
Under New Jersey’s product liability law, you can hold one or more negligent parties liable for the damages caused by a defective product. However, negligence is not the only legal theory for product liability claims. If you get injured by a defective or inherently dangerous product, you can pursue a product liability claim to… Read More »