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Many Americans live and work in toxic environments. These environments often do not appear dangerous on the outside, though they may harbor potentially deadly toxins like asbestos, lead, silica, and beryllium. Beryllium is a chemical element used to create metals that are stronger than steel. Beryllium can be extremely useful because of its strength and […]

Slip and fall accidents are one of the more common causes for emergency room visits in the United States and can lead to a variety of long-term injuries. It is important to be aware of your rights in the event of a slip and fall accident, especially when the accident occurs on a property you […]

Cars are becoming more technologically advanced every year, and so are their safety features. Auto manufacturers are installing new safety technology intended to prevent car accidents and save lives. Some of these safety features, called Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), are designed to remind, alert, or warn drivers of potential danger. ADAS come standard in […]

Nearly everyone has seen the signs to call a phone number before digging. This is because one of the biggest dangers when trenching or excavating an area is hitting underground gas, electric, or water lines. The potential for electrocution when digging in a construction site is serious. Yet, there are many other dangers associated with […]

Last year was a dangerous year for American motorists. An estimated 12.4 deaths per 100,000 people occurred in 2016, a rate five percent higher than the previous year. Approximately 4.6 million collisions that resulted in serious injury to one or more parties occurred as well, an increase of seven percent over the number of such […]

Hand injuries, though almost always preventable, are one of leading reasons for emergency room visits and missed workdays. According to a 2016 National Safety Council edition of “Injury Facts,” more than 120,000 job-related hand injuries resulted in missed work days in a single year. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also reports that more than […]

Fatalities and injuries in trucking accidents are typically attributed to the size and weight of the vehicles. While these factors do contribute the most to the danger of these accidents, there are a number of other aspects to take into account. One such factor that commonly plays a role in truck accidents is improperly loaded […]

After a 20-year decline, the New Jersey State Police have released data indicating an overall rise in the rate of fatal car accidents, beginning in 2013. Moreover, initial reports for 2016 show a single year spike of eight percent. The reports are prompting safety officials to question the reason for the disturbing trend. State traffic […]

Under New Jersey Workers’ Compensation law, employees that are injured on the job or as a result of work-related activity are eligible to receive compensation for medical expenses and a portion of their lost wages while they recover. However, it is important to understand the statute of limitations for claiming a work injury in South […]

A slip and fall accident can cause a victim to suffer severe injuries. In some cases, these injuries can be life-threatening. In others, they can leave the victim disabled for a prolonged period of time, possibly permanently, and require them to undergo extensive medical treatment. Fortunately, victims may be able to recover compensation for injury-related […]