In New Jersey, like in many other states, there are regulations and laws in place to protect consumers from bad faith practices by insurers. Policyholders and litigants who believe they have been treated unfairly by their insurance company have the right to seek legal...

Punitive damages are a type of compensation that can be awarded in civil cases. Punitive damages are designed to punish the defendant for their particularly egregious conduct and to deter similar conduct in the future. Punitive damages are only awarded in cases where...

If you are injured on the job you are entitled to coverage for all necessary and reasonable medical treatment related to the work injury or illness, including doctor visits, hospital stays, surgeries, prescription medications, physical therapy, and medical equipment....

When a driver is distracted, their attention is diverted away from the road, traffic signals, and other vehicles. Whether you are on your cell phone or eating behind the wheel, your ability to react quickly to changing road conditions or unexpected events is...

Safety should always be your top priority at the scene of an accident. Remaining calm and following these steps can help ensure a smoother resolution to the situation. Here's what you should do: - Ensure Safety: If it's safe to do so, move your vehicle to the side of...

A Florida judge has ruled that a lawsuit accusing Tesla of overpromising on its vehicle's Autopilot system can go to trial. The lawsuit was filed by Kim Banner when her husband, Jeremy Banner, was killed in 2019 after engaging the Autopilot system. Banner was...

Pretrial Intervention, or PTI as it is commonly called, is a diversionary program offered to certain eligible defendants who have been charged with a criminal offense. Instead of going through the traditional criminal court process, defendants can opt for PTI, which...

Falsifying medical records is generally considered unethical and illegal in practically all jurisdictions, including New Jersey. It undermines the integrity of healthcare systems and can have serious consequences for both patients and healthcare professionals. Medical...

Lawsuit mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in which a neutral third party, known as a mediator, assists disputing parties in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution to their legal dispute. This process is commonly used in personal injury...

The New Jersey Tort Claims Act (Title 59 of the New Jersey Statutes) is legislation that outlines the procedures and limitations for filing a lawsuit against public entities and public employees in the state of New Jersey. The law, commonly known as “Title 59,”...