Social Media Personal Injury Case Dos and Don’ts
In the modern world, social media has taken over the way many of us socialize, relax, and even get our news. According to Forbes, 4.9 billion people around the world use social media in some way. Unfortunately, social media can also become an unexpected problem for people with pending personal injury cases. Carelessly posting on […]
Read MoreMunicipal Property Slip-and-Fall Guide
Every year, slip-and-fall accidents account for around a million ER visits. These accidents happen on all kinds of property, including private, commercial, and municipal. It is always distressing when a person is seriously injured because someone else was negligent, but it is especially disturbing when the responsible party is a government entity that the injured […]
Read MoreHistory of Personal Injury Law
People have been putting their fellow humans in danger via negligence and irresponsibility since the dawn of our species, but modern personal injury law is a more recent innovation. Law has existed in some form since the beginning of civilization, but modern legal concepts like “lawyers” and “personal injury” have not always existed. Today, the […]
Read MoreWhy You Should Document Your Injuries
If you are ever seriously injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may want to consider suing them to recover damages. Thousands of personal injury lawsuits are filed every year over car accidents, unsafe properties, defective products, dog bites, and other unexpectedly harmful scenarios. New Jersey has the third highest rate of personal injury cases […]
Read MoreDefective Toy Liability
Every child loves getting new toys for the holidays, and every parent loves seeing their child’s face lighting up as they rip off the wrapping paper. Unfortunately, even the wholesome experience of getting a new toy can be potentially dangerous for your child. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 198,000 toy-related injuries were […]
Read MoreGuide to Personal Injury Lawsuits
It is always tragic when somebody is seriously injured, but it is especially upsetting when that injury is the result of another party’s negligence. Serious injuries can result in financial and emotional hardships in addition to obvious physical pain. Thankfully, personal injury lawsuits provide a legal pathway for victims to pursue compensation for their injuries. […]
Read MoreMass Transit Accident Liability Guide
The great state of New Jersey has one of the most comprehensive mass transit systems in the country. Millions of New Jersey residents take advantage of our train and bus networks every day to traverse our state and, for the most part, these systems are safe, dependable, affordable, and environmentally friendly. Riding mass transit is […]
Read MoreBicycle Accident Laws
Bicycles are an increasingly popular way of getting around in New Jersey. Cycling is a fun way to exercise and an environmentally friendly form of transportation that does not create any pollution. However, there is also a dark side to cycling: bicycle accidents. It can be dangerous for bicycles to share the road with cars […]
Read MoreDefective Products and Liability Misconceptions
When you spend your hard-earned money on a product, it is fair for you to expect that product to be safe and effective. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Some faulty consumer goods slip through the cracks and can even cause serious injuries to their owners. In many cases, you may be entitled to […]
Read MorePool Liability
Swimming pools are a fun way to beat the summer heat for you and your loved ones, but they can also be very dangerous. If you or a family member are injured or killed in a pool, you may be able to successfully sue the pool’s owner for damages. The Law Office of Andrew S. Maze […]
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A hotel stay is supposed to be relaxing, but accidents happen, even at hotels along the Jersey Shore or elsewhere in New Jersey. If you get hurt, it’s important to act fast to protect your health and your rights, and possibly to get help paying for medical bills. Here’s what…
Read MoreBeing injured in a car accident is traumatic under any circumstances, but when the other driver flees the scene, that trauma is amplified by uncertainty, frustration, and fear. Hit-and-run accidents are not only illegal; they leave victims wondering how they’ll pay for medical bills, car repairs, and lost income. If…
Read MoreWhen summer hits, neighborhoods and city streets come alive. Bicycles zip down the roads, families go for evening walks, and runners take advantage of longer daylight hours. But while the warm weather encourages more outdoor activity, it also brings a significant increase in accidents involving cyclists and pedestrians. If you’ve…
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