Role of an Expert Witness in Personal Injury Trials

Personal injury trials can be complex and challenging, often requiring the expertise of individuals who possess specialized knowledge relevant to the case. Among these experts, the expert witness holds a pivotal role. Their testimony can significantly influence the outcome of a trial, providing clarity on intricate matters that are beyond the general understanding of the […]

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Why 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 […]

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Guide 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. […]

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Burden of Proof

“It is better that 100 guilty persons should escape than one innocent person should suffer.”  —Benjamin Franklin The burden of proof is a legal concept that refers to the responsibility of a party to prove a particular fact or claim in a legal situation. This concept is essential in both civil and criminal cases, and […]

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Legal Terminology 101

The United States legal system is relevant to all of us, even if you’re not a lawyer. Yet, there is so much jargon that it can be hard to understand how the legal process works.  If you are involved in a personal injury, DUI, theft, or traffic violation case, you’ll probably hear your attorney speak […]

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A Guide to the Trial Process

Criminal offenses, including federal, state, and misdemeanors, are subject to a high burden of proof. The burden of proof rests with the prosecutor, who must establish the defendant’s guilt “beyond a reasonable doubt.” This is an extremely high standard, but because it is so high, the defendant frequently has a great chance to fight the […]

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