Author Archives: Michael Burakoff
Important Dates and Deadlines After and Accident
Timeline to Report a Sussex County Motor Vehicle Accident After a serious motor vehicle accident, it is common to feel overwhelmed by all of the things you will need to do order to fully recover both physically and financially. These may include medical appointments, physical therapy, time away from work, finding childcare as well… Read More »
When a Child is Injured in a School Bus Accident
Dangers of Morris and Sussex County School Bus Accidents There is always a level of fear and uncertainty shared by all parents each day as children are sent out into the world; the fear of a predator or kidnapper taking the child, the fear of cars flying by on a busy street, or the… Read More »
Why is my Employer Contesting my Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Morris County Employer Contests Workers’ Compensation Claim If you have been involved in a work-related accident in the state of New Jersey, it is probable that you are aware of the process of workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance taken out by employers in order to protect the business from financial… Read More »
Comparative Negligence in Personal Injury Cases
Morris County Comparative Negligence Attorneys Handling Personal Injury Cases Across Morris and Sussex Counties While some personal injury cases are clean and simple, many are not. Particularly for injuries stemming from motor vehicle accidents, personal injury cases often include multiple at fault parties. For injury victims, New Jersey comparative fault regulations entitle some at fault parties… Read More »
What to do as a Pedestrian if Struck by a Vehicle?
Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Morris and Sussex County When walking near traffic, there is an ever present danger of being involved in a pedestrian accident. Causes can vary and range from distracted drivers to drunk drivers. Due to the weight of the vehicle and the speed in which it is traveling many pedestrians suffer serious… Read More »
Outdoor Workers Increased Risk of Heatstroke
Heatstroke for Morris and Sussex County Workers Due to Lack of Safety Precaution Workers’ Compensation and personal injury claims cost employers the loss of countless dollars, man hours and productivity. Hot days put outdoor workers at elevated risk of heat related problems like extreme sunburns and especially heatstroke. Without proper precautions and safety measures, people… Read More »
How Your NJ Car Insurance Policy Affects Injury Compensation
How Does My NJ Car Insurance Policy Affect My Ability to Seek Injury Compensation in Morris County and Sussex County? When a driver is injured in a motor vehicle accident, the first place the injured driver will turn to for financial compensation is their own insurance company. However, especially for more serious injuries, that… Read More »
Dangers Faced By An Aging New Jersey Workforce
Aging Workforce Injuries in Morris and Sussex County Workplace Work-place Recent studies have shown that there are more people than ever who are working at age 60 and older. Lack of retirement planning and shrinking social security benefits have obligated many to continue to work even into their golden years. Moreover, as the baby… Read More »
Construction Accidents Higher Among Older Workers
Construction Accidents for Older Workers Morris County NJ According to recent studies there are more people than ever who are working at age 60 and older. This growing demographic is especially present within the construction industry. A 2010 survey found that the average construction worker was 41.5 years old; five years older than the… Read More »
Lawsuits Involving Traumatic Brain or Spinal Injury
Morris County Spinal Chord and Brain Injury Claims The brain is a delicate and complicated organ that doctors know surprisingly little about. The road to recovery from traumatic brain injuries and catastrophic spinal injuries can be long and difficult if it is possible at all. The end results of these injuries can vary from minor… Read More »
