What's behind that constant headache that seems to be with you every night? Why are you losing strength in your grip and feeling numbness in your fingers? You may be suffering from an injury to your neck without even knowing it. Many people brush off the warning signs...
Month: July 2017
Lessons from London’s high-rise fire
The deadly London high-rise fire that killed 79 people on June 14, 2017, led to numerous questions. Why did the fire spread so quickly? Were there proper safety protections in place, such as sprinkler systems, fireproof doors and flame resistant building materials?...
Driving mode becoming new feature on smartphones
The human brain is wired to respond to random rewards. This is the underlying reason for the frequent need many of us feel to check our phones regularly. The notification of a new multitude of likes for your Instagram post, a new Tinder match, or a text message can be...
Investigative report reveals problems in rental housing
Asbury Park Press has investigated the state of rental property in New Jersey, and found it lacking. This will not come as a surprise to our clients, many of whom daily suffer through horrible living conditions, including structural damage that can leave children and...
More opioids are leading to more accidents
The unfortunate truth is that New Jersey, like many states, is facing an opioid crisis. Data compiled by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality show that New Jersey has one of the highest numbers of opioid-related emergency room visits in the nation. In...
What to do if a dog bites your child
Children are particularly susceptible to dog bites. Kids, particularly if they have had past experience with friendly dogs, may assume all dogs are comfortable being petted. Children do not realize that dogs can become frightened by strangers and may not know how to...
Don’t let a pre-existing condition hinder workers’ compensation
A lot of people believe that they can't claim workers' compensation if there's a pre-existing condition involved -- and employers and insurers aren't generally in a hurry to set the record straight. That's why it's important to educate yourself about your rights when...
Does a waiver of liability stop every personal injury lawsuit?
It's somewhat commonplace for businesses to try to hide behind a liability waiver form when problems come to light. This includes nursing homes. A waiver of liability form, designed to prevent lawsuits if a patient is injured or killed, is often included in the pile...
After a slip and fall: The next 2 steps to take
On television and on the stage, a slip and fall is often played for laughs -- but it's no laughing matter when you're sprawled on the ground, injured. More than 8 million people end up at the hospital each year due to slips and falls, accounting for more than 20...