Author Archives: Michael Burakoff
1 Killed, 1 Injured In Crash Caused By Medical Episode
Car accidents happen every day in New Jersey for a variety of reasons. They can happen when you least expect it. Even if you do your best to stay clear of crashes, you or someone else could suddenly suffer from a medical episode and cause a fatal accident. Sadly, this was recently the case… Read More »
Paid Medical Malpractice Claims Hint At Future Claims
Medical malpractice claims are something that every healthcare professional wants to avoid. While many are thrown out or ruled in favor of the doctor, sometimes the client prevails. This can be frustrating for the doctor in many ways. Not only do they have to pay out, but they also face the risk of a… Read More »
Bicyclist Severely Injured In Dooring Accident
Motorists need to be aware of bicyclists at all times. Sometimes motorists can cause injuries to a bicycle rider even without directly hitting them. An example of this is suddenly opening their vehicle’s door, causing the bicycle to crash into it. This was the case for a woman last fall. The woman claims she… Read More »
Dog Bites Driver After He Hits Owner In Crash
After a driver hits a pedestrian, they are to stop and render aid, under New Jersey law (and all state laws, for that matter). Nothing can be more frustrating, though, than trying to help someone and their dog bites you, impeding the process. Dogs can get protective of their owners, though, and this was… Read More »
Crane Collapses, Gets Stuck In Power Lines
Cranes and other construction vehicles are very tall and heavy. One wrong move can get these vehicles into situations where they get stuck and become dangerous to bystanders. This recently happened in New Jersey. The front of a crane suddenly lifted up off the ground and got stuck in electrical wires. The incident happened… Read More »
1 Killed In Fiery Car Accident In Morris Township
Operating a vehicle requires a lot of focus and attention. When it’s dark, visibility is decreased, making accidents more likely to occur. Sadly, this was the case in Morris Township. A driver was killed after crashing into a tree. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of February 1 on Southgate Parkway. The solo-vehicle… Read More »
Dog Attack Results In $110,000 Settlement
Dogs are not always the friendly creatures they are made out to be. Dogs can attack and cause a lot of harm to victims. Even police officers can be held liable when their dogs attack people in their homes. A child’s family recently received a $110,000 settlement from a dog bite that occurred five… Read More »
Woman Seriously Injured In Head-On Crash In Manchester Township
When driving, it’s important to stay in your lane. Crossing over into the adjacent lane can have disastrous results. It can lead to a head-on crash, which is what recently happened in Manchester Township, leaving a woman in critical condition. The accident occurred on the afternoon of January 24 on Route 530. A 25-year-old… Read More »
Woman Files Lawsuit After Getting Burned During Surgery
When a person is getting tumors removed from their body, they have a lot on their mind. What if these tumors are cancerous? What if I don’t wake up from the surgery? Very rarely are they thinking about the possibility of getting burned while under anesthesia, but this is what happened to a New… Read More »
NJ Construction Company Faces Federal Charges For Safety Issues
Safety is a huge concern on construction sites throughout the country. Construction sites have many dangerous elements involved, including heights, electricity, machinery, heavy machinery, and possible collapses. The New Jersey construction company Onekey, LLC is facing federal charges after violating safety rules at a construction site in New Jersey in 2017. A concrete wall… Read More »
