Figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that pedestrian deaths in New Jersey and around the country have risen dramatically since 2010. The 7,485 pedestrians killed in 2021 was the highest death toll in four decades according to the...
Personal Injury
Nissan Issues Massive Recall of Popular SUV
One of the most popular SUVs in New Jersey is the subject of a massive recall. Nissan says some Rogue and Rogue Sport models can stop running while you are driving. The issue is caused by the flip-open key fob not staying fully open. The car maker says they do not yet...
Recall Notice: Popular Eye Drops Linked to Bacterial Infection
The number of cases linked to a recently-recalled brand of eye drops made by an Indian healthcare firm has expanded, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said this week. The CDC issued a health alert to doctors nationwide early last month that a rare,...
Massive Recall of Hyundai and Kia Vehicles over Fire Risk
Owners of certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles in New Jersey are being told to park them outside because they could catch fire. The Korean automakers have recalled 571,000 SUVs and minivans because the tow hitch harnesses could catch fire if water gets into the circuit...
Proving fault in medical malpractice cases
Doctors cannot always cure every patient. However, everyone can expect doctors in New Jersey to meet a certain level of professionalism by exercising appropriate care. Negligence is at the core of most cases Most medical malpractice cases involve negligence on the...
Over 400 Breakfast Foods Recalled over Listeria Contamination
Baltimore-based Fresh Ideation Food Group LLC has recalled over 400 breakfast foods, including breakfast sandwiches and fruit cups, due to potential Listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall included ready-made...
Do you have work at one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S.?
Workers in New Jersey work in a range of industries. Many of the most dangerous jobs in the state and across the country cause serious injuries that result in workers needing to file for workers' compensation. Although injuries can occur at any job, certain jobs cause...
Unilever Issues Recall of Popular Dry Shampoo Brands Over Cancer Concern
On October 18, New Jersey-based Unilever announced a voluntary recall of multiple dry shampoo brands including Dove, Nexxus and Suave, that are manufactured by the business conglomerate. The reason is that these products could expose consumers to a carcinogenic...
Over 5,000 Pounds of Frozen Pasta Recalled Over Listeria Risk
A New Jersey-based pasta company is recalling over 5,600 pounds of pasta due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria. According to a release, Caesar’s Pasta, LLC of Blackwood New Jersey is recalling 5,610 pounds of frozen manicotti. The frozen manicotti was...
Racial disparities can lead to medical malpractice
The story is all too familiar to patients of color. They try to tell their New Jersey doctors that something doesn't feel right with their pregnancies or they are experiencing worrying symptoms involving another issue, but their concerns are dismissed out of hand....
