When we enter a grocery store, clothing outlet, or some other retailer, we do so trusting that the area is secure and free of hazards. In fact, store owners have a legal duty to keep their premises safe for their customers. Unfortunately, they often fail to uphold this duty. When…
The American Dream Mall, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, occupies over 3 million square feet and contains over 450 stores, making it the second-largest mall in the United States. But American Dream isn’t just a shopping mall–half of its complex is devoted to entertainment, including an indoor amusement park,…
People generally know that if they are injured, they have a right to sue the business or person who negligently harmed them for monetary damages to compensate them for their harm and losses. But most people don’t know that the lawful spouse, including a domestic partner, has a claim and…
Without a doubt, New Jersey is the King of the retail shopping mall. What people often fail to realize is that the mall itself is a business. Consider it to be a hotel or an apartment building for retail stores. The mall provides services to its tenants and assumes obligations…
People enjoying the privacy of their apartments take it for granted that they are safe from injury, especially from the ceiling above. However, that may not always be the case. Ceiling collapses are more common than one would think, especially in low-income housing. Most ceiling collapses are caused by water…
From late November through mid-January, families and friends gather to celebrate at holiday parties and family gatherings. Everyone deserves to relax over the holidays, but that doesn’t have to mean letting your guard down. The holidays are a good time to focus on safety because car crashes, falls and other…
If you have kept up with the news, you undoubtedly know that clown costumes probably are not the best idea for this Halloween. In fact, they are even being banned in some parts of the country, including New Jersey. Running into a creepy clown, however, may not be the most…
In New Jersey, people who are injured on a public entity need to know that it is important to consult with a lawyer as soon as possible. First off, a public entity is any of the following: New Jersey Transit, the Port Authority, a city, town, county, the State of…
While dogs are often referred to as “man’s best friend,” dogs can also be dangerous, and even the friendliest of dogs may bite when provoked. Here, we discuss important facts about dog bites, tips for preventing dog bites and what to do if a dog bites you in New Jersey….
An estimated 450,000 burn injuries nationwide require medical treatment each year, according to the National Trauma Institute’s most recent “Trauma Statistics” report. At least 40,000 people are admitted to hospitals or burn centers yearly due to burn injuries. Fire, burns and smoke inhalation account for 3,400 deaths each year. Children…
