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Was a Loved One Wrongfully Killed Due to Police Negligence

Law enforcement officers have been under scrutiny following a string of killings in recent years. The killings where community members were shot and killed. Many experts describe this as an extreme use of excessive force. While the criminal proceedings have made headlines, the civil suits have been quietly settled in many of these cases. But how is a family compensated when a loved one is wrongfully killed due to police brutality or negligence? New Jersey Wrongful Death and Survival Acts Suits seeking damages for wrongful death and those at the hands of police are subject to two different Acts… Read More

Everything You Need to Know About Obstetrical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is a horrible reality for far too many Americans with more than 98,000 injuries occurring annually in the United States alone. Obstetrical malpractice can have devastating effects given the medical vulnerability of pregnant women and their unborn children. The damages are often deadly and life altering. At Rossetti & DeVoto, we are continuously fighting for our clients and getting them the compensation they deserve when medical negligence occurs. Here is everything you need to know about obstetrical malpractice. What is Obstetrical Malpractice? Obstetrical malpractice is any form of medical malpractice relating to either pregnancy or childbirth. Obstetrical malpractice… Read More

The Top Mistakes Made During Personal Injury Claims

If the recklessness of another party caused an accident and you got an injury, you have the right to seek damages for your physical and emotional injuries. In other words, for personal injury claims. Navigating the waters of personal injury lawsuits, however, is fraught with dangers and pitfalls. Oftentimes, individuals make mistakes very soon after their injuries. And, before seeing an attorney, which can prove costly to their claims. Here are some of the top mistakes made during this critical time period after getting an injury. Not Notifying the Police or other Investigatory Body One of the biggest mistakes people… Read More

Social Media and Injuries: Why Posting Online May Hurt Your Case

Social media is everywhere these days – after all, it’s social. From Twitter and Facebook to LinkedIn and Pinterest, people seemingly spend most of their time glued to their phone’s screen. While we often view these sites as harmless, they can do serious damage to any legal issues or claims being undertaken. This may lead to the court taking in your phone as evidence, with attorneys going to websites such as https://www.eidebailly.com/services/litigation-and-dispute-advisory/cell-phone-forensics to run forensics on your phone in case of potential other evidence. Read more about the connection between social media and personal injury claims, and your court case…. Read More

How Do New Jersey Court’s Define “Pain and Suffering?”

If an individual gets an injury as a result of the negligence of another individual or entity in the State of New Jersey, they have the legal right to seek compensation for their injuries – both physical and mental. These compensatory damages are known as “pain and suffering” compensation. But, what is it and how do New Jersey courts define “pain and suffering?” What Exactly Is It? The loose definition of “pain and suffering” is that it is the physical or mental suffering a person experiences as a result of an accident. It includes Pain, Suffering, Disability, Impairment and the… Read More

What Can I Do if My Car is Hit, But They Run?

Is there anything worse than being in an accident? What if the accident was a hit and run?If you’re wondering, “what can I do if my car is hit, but they run?” read on. What to Do After You Are Hit and they Run If another driver strikes your car and then flees the scene, what steps can you take to ensure that you don’t become a victim? While the initial reaction of being involved in a hit and run collision is probably shock or alarm, for the sake of your insurance claim—and in hopes of catching the driver who… Read More

How to Avoid Accidents on Industrial Sites

Industrial sites and construction sites are among the most dangerous places for workers. With so much going on, and so many moving parts, the potential for injury lurks around every corner. Ant this is why accidents on industrial sites are not an abnormality. Below is a list of safety principles and practices for employers and employees to follow in order to minimize the risk and to prevent worker injuries on hazardous industrial sites. Safety Training The first step you should take to minimize the risk of mishaps on industrial sites and construction sites is to provide adequate safety training. By… Read More

$900,000 for Injuries Sustained by Worker on Shredding Truck

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. A 51-year-old employee of a paper shredding truck company recovered $900,000 after the cutting blades of a mobile truck shredded partially amputated his foot in 2015 when he climbed into the hopper to clear a paper jam. The shredder pulled our client’s boot and foot in, severing his toes and mangling his right foot. Read more about this settlement and how Andy Rossetti handled the case for RD. What happened? A lawsuit was filed against the manufacturer of the truck alleging that the truck was defective. This was… Read More

Wrongful Death Actions: Familial Aspects that Can Increase Case Value

The goal of a trial attorney is to effectively highlight the family’s pecuniary losses to the jury, in an effort to substantiate and increase case value. By Andrew J. Rossetti and Dean E. Avgerinos | October 18, 2018 The death of a loved one is heartbreaking. The world stops, and the thought of moving on without a child, parent or spouse can seem impossible. They can never be replaced, yet our Wrongful Death Act severely limits family members’ recovery to pecuniary losses. Plaintiff’s attorneys often rely on a statistical analysis completed by an economist regarding the hours of lost services… Read More

Victim of Product After a Recall: What Are My Rights?

New Jersey law only allows product manufacturers to be accountable for their products when they contain manufacturing defects or have a defect in the design. Or, when they fail to contain adequate warnings of the dangers. And this can result in the product being unreasonably dangerous so they are unfit and unsafe for use by the public. What if, however, there was also a product recall? What are your rights? Defective and Recalled Products If you are injured as the result of a defective product, you may be entitled to seek compensation from the makers or sellers of that product…. Read More

Sleep Deprivation Car Accidents During the Holiday Season

Car accidents are common and have many causes. Many are preventable. Accidents caused by sleep deprivation are very common, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Sleep deprivation accident statistics indicate that as much as a fourth of drivers have dozed off while driving. Studies also show that driving while lacking sleep is as bad as driving while intoxicated. As negative as it sounds, we have a high chance of being involved in a car accident at some point in our lives, and after this we will need legal help (be it a personal injury lawyer springfield illinois, or one based closer… Read More

$1.3 Million for Tractor Trailer Crash

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. Read more about how two trucking companies paid $1.3 million settlement. This happened after a tractor trailer crash left our female client with neck and back injuries requiring two surgeries. Lou DeVoto represented RD’s client in the case. What happened? Our client was operating an 18 wheel tractor trailer when she slowed due to traffic conditions at the merge of I-287 and Route 78 in northern New Jersey. She was rear-ended by a tractor trailer who in turn was then rear-ended by a third tractor trailer. Our client… Read More

$2.6 Million for Bicyclist Struck by City Sanitation Truck

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. What actually happened? $2.6 million settlement on the day of trial against the City of Clifton for damages sustained by RD’s client who was cut-off by a city garbage truck while approaching an intersection on his bicycle. RD’s client landed under the truck and sustained fractures to his arm and shoulder. Additionally, he sustained scarring to his face. And, was subsequently blinded in one eye from a medical complication that arose during one of his scar revision surgeries. The defense claimed that RD’s client caused the crash. Moreover, the defense… Read More

I Was Bitten by My Neighbor’s Dog. What Can I Do?

Every year, over 4 million people in the United States are attacked by dogs. The vast majority of those attacked, and nearly half of those seriously injured by dog bites, are children. If you are the victim of such an incident, you need to know your rights. So if you were bitten by a dog, here’s what you can do. Common Dog Bite Injuries Dog bites, while most often not deadly, can cause life-changing and permanent damage. Moreover, the majority of dog bites affect the arms, hands, feet, legs, head and neck areas of the body. The most serious types… Read More

What Happens If Your Injury Was Misdiagnosed?

Being hospitalized is never a pleasant experience. It can take days, weeks and even months for you to fully recover from injuries or sickness. But what happens when the injury or sickness you are seeking treatment for is misdiagnosed? Oftentimes, the results are catastrophic leading to death or serious injury. Why Does a Misdiagnosis Occur? A medical misdiagnosis can occur for a wide variety of reasons. Despite the extensive experience many doctors and nurses have, they are human, and mistakes can and do happen. Common reasons for misdiagnosed injury include: Failing to recognize and understand the significance of your symptoms…. Read More

What to Know about Spinal Cord Injuries

Suffering an injury is a traumatic experience, but suffering from a spinal cord injury can have life-changing ramifications. In fact, over 11,000 spinal injuries are reported in the United States every year. Furthermore, young men are far more likely to suffer a spinal cord injury than any other segment of the population. So, if you suffer a spinal cord injury, do you know what to do? Here’s what you need to know about spinal cord injuries. Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries Traumatic Spinal Injuries The major causes of spinal cord injuries can be broken down into traumatic or non-traumatic injuries…. Read More

Slip and Fall Accidents in Amusement Parks

Amusement parks are supposed to be family-friendly fun, and that means they are supposed to be safe. For scores of people every year, however, they turn out to be a nightmare. If you are the victim of an accident at a theme or water park, what rights do you have and what can you do? Here is Rossetti & DeVoto’s guide to slip-and-fall accidents in amusement parks. Amusement Park Regulations in New Jersey In the State of New Jersey, the Carnival and Amusement Ride Safety Act governs fixed-site amusement park regulations. This act established an annual safety inspection program for… Read More

Common Vacation Injuries to Avoid

When you visit New Jersey on vacation, you will never run out of activities to enjoy. Feeling adventurous and want to have an adrenaline rush? You’ll definitely want to check out the New Jersey’s renowned Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari. Want to wind down after some hectic months? The luxurious Borgata Hotel and Casino is where you need to go. What about checking out a bit of history? Consider checking out the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. If you’re seeking waterpark thrills, the Mountain Creek Waterpark should be your first stop. No matter what you are seeking from a… Read More

What to Do If You’re Attacked on Vacation

There is nothing quite like taking a well-deserved vacation. According to a study done by the Pew Research Center, the average American works 38.7 hours a week 46.8 weeks every year, which adds up to 1,811 hours annually. We all occasionally need a vacation from the daily grind. However, there is always the possibility that your plan for fun and de-stressing goes wary. Your hotel room could be broken into and robbed, you could be mobbed while strolling in a popular tourist spot. Or, someone could even attack you out of the blue. No matter what could potentially happen, you… Read More

Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Case?

We put our full trust in doctors for any and all health concerns we have. Whether we have a cold, a broken bone, or something more serious, they are the first ones we turn to when something health-related goes wary. We expect proper care in order to sufficiently heal. Unfortunately, there can be times where doctors make mistakes – whether by accident or on purpose – that can put others in a compromised situation. One day, you may find yourself thinking “do I have a medical malpractice case?” Therefore, tt is important to know if any medical mistakes made could… Read More

What to Do If You’re Injured in an Uber Accident

Uber is one of the most popular companies in the ever-expanding Sharing Economy. In November 2016, Uber hit 40 million monthly riders – that’s a lot of people. However, there’s always the possibility of you being a passenger in an Uber that has an involvement in a car accident. After all, twenty to fifty million people are injured annually in car accidents. Because safety is such a necessity, Uber even has a section about safety details on its website. So, what happens if you get an injury in an Uber accident? What are the steps you should take in case… Read More

Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and What to Do

If you place your elderly loved one in a nursing home, you fully expect them to be taken care of. There is a high level of trust involved. Unfortunately, many times this trust is taken for granted, and elderly nursing home patients suffer mistreatment and abuse; there are actually certain signs of nursing home abuse. If you think someone you know is being abused at his or her nursing home, don’t wait to take action. You might want to speak to a legal team about your suspicions, or even give your loved one a cell phone from https://www.fanmisenior.com/cell-phones-for-seniors/ so they… Read More

What You Need to Know About Construction Defects

You’ve seen it before. A crack in the wall. A window that always leaks when it rains. But why does this happen? Over 80 percent of construction deficiencies are caused by poor workmanship and another 40 percent of deficiencies are caused by insufficient building material. Courts typically sort construction defects like poor workmanship or faulty materials into four categories: design deficiencies, material deficiencies, construction deficiencies, and subsurface deficiencies. Design deficiencies result in part of the home not being up to code. A leaky roof is the most common design defect. Material deficiencies, like improper window framing, can cause window leaks…. Read More

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

After a motorcycle accident, you should try and remain calm to approach the situation logically. This may be easier said than done. However, once you’ve composed yourself, you need to make sure you take the proper steps. This is in order to avoid any potential legal problems or negative consequences of the accident. Keep reading for what you should do after a motorcycle accident, according to the New Jersey motorcycle accident attorney from Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. Check for Injuries Immediately after your motorcycle accident, check yourself for any injuries, whether they are minor or major. Check any other victims… Read More

Employee Notice Obligations 101

If you’re an employee in New Jersey it’s important to know how to cover yourself legally if you get an injury on the job. If you don’t, you could inadvertently forfeit your right to workers’ compensation. Here’s our guide to employee notice obligations in work-related accidents from a New Jersey workers’ compensation attorney from Rossetti & DeVoto, PC. Workers’ Compensation “No-fault” insurance programs (including workers’ compensation) provide the following benefits to employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses: Medical Benefits Temporary Total Benefits Permanent Partial Benefits Permanent Total Benefits Death Benefits for those whose death was the cause or result… Read More

Insurers Are Raising Rates For Those Who Are Hit By Another Person’s Car

If you cause an accident, you expect to see an increase in your auto insurance premiums. That’s nothing new. What is new is the fact that today, anyone involved in a car accident could end up paying more for coverage, even those who are not deemed culpable. Here’s why insurers are raising rates for those who are hit by another person’s car as explained by a New Jersey car accident attorney from Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. Not-At-Fault Accidents A recent study by The Consumer Federation of America found that people involved in, but not-at-fault for, accidents were likely to face… Read More

Tips For Swimming And Boating Safely With Your Family

Human beings as a species are pathetically incompetent in the water. Compare the best human swimmer with even the worst fish and you’ll see just what we mean. With this in mind, it’s essential to consciously practice a conservative attitude of respect and caution. This is if and whenever you’re swimming. Here’s our guide to swimming and boating safety to keep your head above water and avoid a wrongful death situation from the experienced New Jersey wrongful death attorney at Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. Swimming Safety Tips Here are our top three tips for keeping yourself and your children safe… Read More

How To Pick The Right Car For Safe Teen Driving

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) estimates that of all parents who purchase vehicles for their children, 83 percent buy used cars. However, while such cars may have a price advantage over something brand-new, they may not be “good as new” in terms of safety. Here are some factors parents should consider for a safe, reliable, and economic teen driving from the New Jersey car accident attorney team at Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. Focus on Crash Test Ratings Car companies and independent researchers conduct these tests for a reason: consumers demand them. For vehicles of every make, model, and… Read More

Maximizing Your Car’s Visibility At Night

Driving at night can be dangerous. But driving at night with limited visibility, that can be deadly. Here are some tips and tricks on how to keep yourself safe by maximizing your car’s visibility at night. The experienced New Jersey personal injury attorney team from Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. is here to explain how maximizing your car’s visibility at night works. And, how you can make it safer for you and other drivers. Maximizing Car’s Visibility People chronically overestimate their own skills behind the wheel. That is just a fact. It’s a psychosocial phenomenon referred to as “overconfidence bias,” which… Read More

Your Car Crash Survival Guide

There is an alarming rate of twenty to fifty million people injured in car accidents every year. Some of these are merely minor accidents, some are more serious and require you to find the best car accident attorney in your area for you to find compensation and justice. So, here is your best car crash survival guide. Due to the high rate of car accidents, there is a high chance that you or your loved ones may be in an accident at some point in time. It may be a minor accident or it may be major. Regardless, we’re here… Read More

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