October 25, 2022

CPAP, BiPAP, and mechanical ventilators provide respiratory assistance to individuals who suffer from various medical issues, such as sleep apnea. However, models of these machines manufactured by certain companies have recently been recalled due to design defects that put users at risk of being exposed to toxic foam that is part of the device. This foam can cause a wide range of illnesses, including bronchitis, respiratory infections, or throat or lung cancer.  If you have a recalled CPAP device or have been diagnosed with a medical condition that may have been caused by your defective CPAP, you may have the…

October 20, 2022

There are certain complications that can occur during pregnancy and delivery that can pose a risk of injury or other types of medical conditions to both the mother and baby. Some of these complications include preeclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction, umbilical cord compression, and placenta previa. When a mother suffers from placenta previa, her doctors need to timely diagnose the condition so that actions can be taken to ensure a safe delivery, such as planning for a cesarean section. When placenta previa goes undiagnosed or when healthcare teams fail to make adequate preparation, it can lead to injuries for the mother…

October 14, 2022

Slip and fall accidents can happen at any time of the year. But, many of them happen in bad weather, particularly during the fall and winter months, here in New Jersey. Continue reading to find out who can be held liable for the incurred damages when a slip and fall accident happens during bad weather. Who’s Responsible for a Slip and Fall Accident? Responsibility or liability from a slip and fall accident depends on many factors. The cause of the accident is one of the biggest contributing factors. While the weather may be one cause, a slip-and-fall accident…

October 9, 2022

You rely on your insurance to cover your damages after a car accident. However, many people don’t realize that there are strict timelines in place regarding how long you have to file a claim for compensation. While you may be busy dealing with injuries or lost wages following a New Jersey car accident, it’s important to understand car insurance deadlines. Failing to meet them may mean that your insurance company won’t cover your damages. How Long Do You Have to File a Car Insurance Claim in New Jersey? There isn’t a set timeline on how long you have to…

September 26, 2022

Soon after a car accident, you may be contacted by the insurance company with an offer to settle any claims you may have against the other driver or the insurance company in exchange for a financial payment. While it can be tempting to get money now to help pay bills after a car accident, you should never take the first settlement offer from the insurance company. The first offer is almost never the best offer that you can get from the insurer, and in the first days and weeks after a car accident, you are unlikely to know the…