December 30, 2021

A Costco in Hazlet, New Jersey recently shut down after it was reported that there was a freon leak inside the store. Freon, which is most commonly used in refrigeration units, can cause severe damage to your cells and lungs. What makes freon so dangerous is the fact that it is a tasteless, usually odorless gas which makes it difficult to detect until the damage has already been done.  Continue reading to learn more about how this freon leak was discovered, what Costco is doing, and what liability companies who experience freon leaks may face in the future.  What Happened…

October 19, 2021

The holiday activities that people and families partake in on Halloween create unique risks of accidents and injuries. Halloween sees some of the highest rates of accidents and injuries out of any other day in the year. Below are three of the most common causes of injuries to trick-or-treaters and others on Halloween. Dog Bites and Attacks Many families choose to use trick-or-treating as an opportunity to take the family dog out for a walk. Other homeowners may have their dog excitedly run up to the front door every time trick-or-treaters ring the doorbell or knock on the door. But…

October 9, 2021

According to the National Safety Council, approximately half of all motor vehicle accident fatalities occur during the nighttime hours, even though only a quarter of all traffic is on the roads during those hours. Night driving comes with certain risks not present during the daytime that can increase the chances of an accident, even when you are driving on roads that you are very familiar with. As a driver, you should learn about the risks of night driving and what you can do to help keep yourself and others safe if you are out on the road at night,…

October 6, 2021

For many people, autumn is their favorite season. Lots of people enjoy going out for walks in the autumn to enjoy the cooler weather or the last of the warm weather, along with the changing leaves. But with so many pedestrians, the rate of pedestrian accidents tends to go up during the fall months.  Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in the Fall In addition to increased pedestrian traffic, autumn weather also contributes to the rate of pedestrian accidents in the fall. Some common examples of autumn weather and environmental factors that increase the risk of pedestrian accidents include: Shorter…

October 2, 2021

Defective medical devices injure thousands of patients every single year, leading to significant products liability lawsuits and medical malpractice lawsuits. Although doctors and hospitals often try to fully explain the risks of the use or implantation of a medical device to obtain the patient’s informed consent, even consent may not bar an injured patient from filing a lawsuit when they are harmed by a defective medical device.  Common Defective Medical Devices A medical device can be considered defective in one of three ways: A device may suffer from a design defect, meaning the product has an inherently…