Monthly Archives: July 2024
The Most Commonly Reported Amusement Park Accidents
Amusement parks are generally broken down into those that are fixed-site and those that are mobile. In New Jersey, Six Flags Great Adventure is one of the most popular amusement parks in the state. This is considered a fixed-site amusement park because it is a permanent location with permanent structures that do not travel…. Read More »
How Are Workers’ Compensation Claims Different from Workplace Accident Claims?
Workplace accident claims and workers’ compensation claims may seem interchangeable, but they are not. New Jersey follows a no-fault insurance system when a workplace accident happens and an employee files a workers’ compensation claim. In this system, there is no burden to prove negligence occurred in order for an injured worker to obtain benefits…. Read More »
Top Signs that of Elder Self-Neglect
Elder self-neglect is a serious issue and a form of elder abuse. According to a published study in the New England Journal of Medicine, as many as one in 10 elderly individuals self-neglect. African Americans and the poor have the highest rates of self-neglect. Serious consequences exist when an elderly person is self-neglecting, including… Read More »
Top Three Nursing Home Staffing Mistakes That Lead to Nursing Home Abuse
Older adults who need assistance with daily living and who cannot live independently may relocate from a private residence to a long-term care facility or nursing home. This is why it is critical to have staff who know how to take care of residents and are responsible. Nursing home staff are the most critical… Read More »
Steps to Take After an Amusement Park Accident
No one ever books tickets and schedules a trip to an amusement park, thinking things could go wrong, and they will be hurt. Amusement park accidents happen all the time, though. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports thousands of amusement park accidents annually which result in injured parties needing emergency room medical treatment…. Read More »
What is the New Jersey Carnival and Amusement Ride Safety Act?
It is essential to be safe at an amusement park, whether it be a mobile park like a traveling carnival or a fixed site park like Six Flags Great Adventure and Safari. No one wants what should be a fun day filled with memorable moments with friends and family to turn into a nightmare…. Read More »
Can I File a Lawsuit After a Drowning Accident in New Jersey?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning deaths are on the rise. Recently, the CDC reported that more than 4,500 people drowned across the United States. The most current data shows a significant increase in drowning deaths in the U.S. from previous years. A deadly drowning can happen to anyone of… Read More »
Top 6 Reasons Why Drowning Accidents Happen
In the warmer weather in South Jersey, there is nothing more refreshing or fun than getting into a pool or going to a popular waterpark to play and cool off. However, even though people of all ages love these public places, there are still dangers to be aware of. When playing near a body… Read More »