Author Archives: Michael Burakoff
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Might Impact Your Personal Injury Case in New Jersey
Most businesses, organizations, and institutions have closed or altered their working hours as a response to help curb the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Courts across New Jersey have closed or limited to essential functions and emergency operations. As a result of the “coronavirus shutdown” in New Jersey, many injured victims are wondering what… Read More »
The PREP Act Provides Liability Immunity for Injuries Caused by Medical ‘Countermeasures’ Against COVID-19
A few days after President Donald Trump declared a national emergency to combat the coronavirus pandemic, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a Declaration revitalizing the PREP Act, which was originally enacted in 2005. What is the PREP Act? PREP stands for Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness. The… Read More »
How Do New Jersey Courts Calculate Pain and Suffering Damages?
Being injured in any accident – for instance, a truck crash, construction accident, or car collision – can cause pain and suffering. In fact, even minor injuries can lead to a great deal of emotional distress and mental anguish on top of physical pain. But how are pain and suffering damages calculated in New… Read More »
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 »
Child Injury Claims Due To Third Party Negligence
Child Injury Attorneys Morris County and Sussex County NJ Personal Injury Attorney Serving North Jersey Clients with Offices in Morristown and Newton NJ As parents, we do everything within our power to keep our children safe. Understanding that a child’s mind is dominated by curiosity and a hunger for adventure, every good parent will… Read More »
What is unique about truck accident and injury claims?
Tractor-Trailer Truck Accident Attorney Morris and Sussex County NJ Auto Accident Attorney Representing Clients in Denville, Newton, Parsippany, Dover, Rockaway, Hopatcong, Mt. Olive, Netcong and across Morris and Sussex County The effects of a truck in an auto accident are often much different than the effects on a smaller vehicle due to its size… Read More »
Traumatic Brain Injuries Caused by Car Accidents
Traumatic Brain Injuries From Car Accidents Attorney Morris County NJ Auto Accident and Brain Injury Attorney Serving Clients Across Morris and Sussex County with Offices in Morristown and Newton NJ According to Science Daily and a CDC report, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) account for roughly 30 percent of all injury deaths in the United… Read More »
