Author Archives: Michael Burakoff
Industries With The Highest Rates of On The Job Injuries
Personal injuries that occur in the workplace are all too common. Work-related accidents are a constant peril for workers in many industries. They can be occurrences such as construction accidents, ladder and scaffolding accidents, motor vehicle accidents as well as slip and fall accidents, to name but a few. These incidents can also lead to countless… Read More »
Liability For A Borrowed Vehicle
Borrowed Vehicle Liability Morris County Many people are generous with their vehicles. Whether helping a friend or family member who does not have a car or as a gesture of friendship, it is not uncommon for people to loan their vehicle to someone else. However this is not an activity that should be done… Read More »
Filing A Construction Accident Wrongful Death Claim
File a Morris County Wrongful Death Claim When something as catastrophic as wrongful death occurs as the result of a workplace accident is a tragic and traumatic way to lose a family member. Historically construction work is one of the more dangerous professions. From scaffolding and ladder accidents, forklift accidents, crane accidents as well as other types of… Read More »
Morris and Sussex County Car Accident Guide
Morris and Sussex County Car Accident Guide The Critical Few Minutes After an Automobile Accident Many who have been involved in even a minor motor vehicle accident can attest that it is a very traumatic experience. Accidents can be caused by or as a result of many things; such as drunk drivers or distracted drivers or dangerous… Read More »
Auto Accident Cases Drivers Without Insurance
Morris County Attorneys Handle Auto Accident Cases Without Insurance Driving can be a very stressful and the statistics available show that it is stressful for good reason. Driving without insurance for many can be a cause of worry, high stress and a catalyst for conflict with law enforcement and state law. Being involved in… Read More »
Tips for Staying Safe On Your Bicycle
Bike safety tips from your Morris County Injury Attorney Cycling is an activity enjoyed by many New Jersey residents. Whether as a means of transportation or a source of exercise and and leisure cycling is usually a safe and fun activity. Bicycle accidents can result in both personal injury and damage to property, which includes… Read More »
The Difference Between Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury
When a person is injured at work, very often one of two (or both) avenues to financial compensation are available to them: a workers compensation claim and/or a personal injury claim. The two are not mutually exclusive, and while you usually can not sue your own employer if you are injured while working, injury… Read More »
Pool Accidents and Injuries in Sussex and Morris County
Summer is always a time of fun and play. During our enjoyment of the sunny months many types of accidents can occur such as motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and even slip and fall injuries. However, when we are relaxing with our family and friends at the poolside we often feel safe and without… Read More »
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents and Fatalities on the Rise
Morristown Pedestrian and Bicycle Accident Attorney A recent report released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety paints a rather grim picture when it comes to American road safety (or lack thereof), especially for people walking, biking, skating, etc. Specifically, this report states an increase of 61% in hit and run deaths between 2009… Read More »
Injured by a Drunk Driver? NJ Dram Shop and Social Host Liability Laws
Every day 29 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes that involve someone under the influence of alcohol, according to the Center for Disease Control. This translates to approximately one death every 50 minutes. Annually the monetary cost exceeds $44 billion. Drunk drivers were responsible for 601 deaths in 2016 as well… Read More »
