December 29, 2019

Navigating New Jersey Roadways in the Winter I know we hear a lot about the heat aspect of climate change, but our winters are also getting impacted by these new extreme weather patterns. Despite the weather, we still have to carry on our day-to-day activities, which often involve a commute to work, school and other activities via car. What do you need to know about driving in New Jersey during the winter months? How can you help keep your family safe this winter? Get all the answers and more below. What to Expect: Winters in New Jersey On average, the…

December 28, 2019

Steps to Take After a Wrongful Death Have you ever dealt with the unbearable grief of losing a loved one? If you have, then you already know how difficult it is to accept such a grim truth. Can you imagine how much more your grief would be compounded if your loved one’s death was directly caused by someone else’s carelessness? When a person’s life is cut short by negligence, victims have legal recourse. Loved ones can seek out compensation in court through a wrongful death lawsuit. What constitutes wrongful death, and what do you need to prove to pursue…

December 27, 2019

Residents of Jersey City – and citizens around the nation – are collectively mourning the recent tragedy that claimed six lives on December 10, 2019 at the Jersey City Kosher Supermarket. Authorities are currently investigating the shooting as an act of domestic terrorism motivated by hate. Drazin and Warshaw, P.C. unequivocally condemns violence, hatred, and bigotry in all forms. We stand with the Jersey City Jewish community and the fallen Jersey City Policeman during this difficult time. Learn more about what happened and how the community is responding below. What Happened in Jersey City? On December 10th, police were…

December 27, 2019

Would you know how to react if you were injured in an accident? It’s natural to initially minimize the situation, but you’ll need to resist the urge to do this immediately after any type of accident. Why is that? You need to begin protecting yourself right away, especially when another person’s negligence caused the incident. Follow along with us below as we go through the step-by-step checklist of what you should do right after an accident that causes a personal injury. 1. Evaluate the Situation You never expect yourself to be in an accident. If you are, then the…

November 29, 2019

Workplace Accident and Subsequent Injury When someone is injured and they would like to file a lawsuit because their injuries were caused by a negligent party, they must do so before the statute of limitations runs out. The statute of limitations gives victims a certain amount of time to file a lawsuit for their injuries. If the lawsuit does not get filed within that time period, the victim can no longer recover compensation for damages. The statute of limitations depends on different factors. Not all states have the same requirements. The Claim Made by the Victim Aside from the location…