In the United States, workplace accidents are all too common. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 2020 reported that private industry employers experienced 2.7 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. Additionally, OSHA tracks fatalities that occur regularly in the workforce. In March of 2022, for example, Elias Avila-Romero (37) of Illinois was fatally […]
Read More[caption id="attachment_2461" align="alignleft" width="309"] [/caption] The dictionary defines a dram shop as any establishment that serves alcoholic beverages. Traditionally, a dram is an 18th century measurement of a small unit of liquid. In New Jersey, Dram Shop Laws were enacted making it unlawful to sell alcohol to people “actually…
Read MoreCriminal 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…
Read MoreWinter brings to mind snow-blanketed lawns, fireplaces blazing, snowball fights, and hot cocoa. But, for some people, it summons up the image of dangerously snowy roads and icy sidewalks. Unfortunately, a slip and fall in winter weather can cause serious injury. Common Winter Weather Injuries The cold, snow, and ice…
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