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A catastrophic injury refers to a severe injury that results in a long-term disability or permanent loss of function. A devastating injury can completely upend a person’s livelihood and career. Catastrophic injury victims can adjust to a drastically altered future with a life care plan. A life care plan is specific to the injured person […]

Some employees hesitate to file a Workers’ Compensation claim after a workplace accident because they fear retaliation, however, this is prohibited by law. The Workers’ Compensation system exists to provide benefits to injured employees while they recover from workplace injuries. Most employers are required by law to have Workers’ Compensation insurance to cover their employees […]

One of the busiest areas of South Jersey highway will cause more delays for drivers, after a retaining wall collapsed March 26th along I-295 in Bellmawr. The stretch of highway is where the interstate runs alongside NJ-42 above Essex Avenue and precedes the merger, where cars enter the highway and either head to I-76 for […]

An ice cream manufacturer in Ocean County will have to pay over $237,000 in fines for two Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations, where workers lost fingers while trying to perform maintenance on the same machine. Fieldbrook Foods Corporation received fines after the same machine amputated a sanitation worker’s finger and fractured other fingers […]

Property owners who neglect their grounds can be held liable if that lack of care leads to someone getting injured, which is referred to as premises liability. These owners owe a duty of care to people who come onto their property. Forgetting to remove snow and ice or leaving hazardous objects out can cause serious […]

A truck accident victim often requires compensation for injuries and losses related to the collision. Insurance covers a certain amount of expenses; however, truck accident victims often require more damages because these accidents are likely more severe. A victim can file a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages if the at-fault party caused the accident […]

A broken bone injury resulting from a car accident may involve serious impairments and a lengthy healing period. Medical costs related to a broken bone injury can add even more stress. When a broken bone injury happens, severe pain and mobility issues can impede the ability to work and do normal daily activities. The expenses […]

According to a study conducted at the University of Colorado, fatal car accidents increase by nearly six percent in the week following daylight saving time (DST). Fatigue, sleep deprivation, and other drowsy driving issues are just a few problems connected to DST. Consequently, these problems can impact the ability to drive, which can result in […]

Many work accidents cause musculoskeletal injuries, which can damage the muscles, bones, connective tissues, and nerves. Employees with work injuries often benefit greatly from physical therapy to reduce pain and regain mobility and strength. Workers’ Compensation is state-mandated and supports injured workers in their recovery efforts, and benefits usually cover physical therapy appointments. Which Injuries […]

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen when an object impacts a person’s head. A TBI can occur whether the trauma penetrated the skull and damaged brain tissue or if the impact occurred on the outer parts of the skull. Even a minor car accident can be enough to cause a brain injury that can […]