A ban on smoking at public beaches, a state mandate for health insurance and the ability for courts to take away guns from people who pose a danger are among the laws going into effect in the new year in New Jersey.There are about two dozen new laws taking effect in...
Personal Injury
Salami and Prosciutto Recalled in NJ
Salami and prosciutto packages produced in Canada and shipped to New Jersey have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination, federal officials said.The recall, which was issued Saturday, is for ready-to-eat products made by Piller's Fine Foods, of...
Hyundai and Kia Issue Massive Recall of Popular Models
Hyundai and Kia are recalling a total of approximately half a million compact cars over a brake light issue. Specifically, the recall affects 363,932 Hyundai Elantras from model years 2013-2014 and 134,366 Kia Fortes(Koup variety included) from model years...
Audi Recalls Cars Over Fire Risk
Audi is recalling more than 52,000 luxury cars in the U.S. and Canada to fix fuel lines that can leak and increase the risk of a fire.The recall covers certain A6 and A7 cars from the 2012 through 2014 model years.The Volkswagen luxury brand said in government...
Trader Joe’s Recalls Ice Cream For Second Month In A Row
The New Jersey personal injury attorneys at Breslin and Breslin are reporting that, for the second month in a row, Trader Joe's has recalled a brand of its ice cream -- this time out of concerns that it may be contaminated with small pieces of metal. Again, if you or...
Study Shows Radiology Errors Up 43 Percent
Employees who have personal injury or workers' compensation claims rely on accurate medical testing to determine the extent of the injuries they have suffered. In addition to helping ensure that they receive appropriate medical care to help them recover more fully,...
Gender And Racial Bias In Personal Injury Settlements
Most of us are aware of the gender and racial bias present in the professional world. It's the elephant in the room. Everyone is aware of it, but no one wants to address the issue. In an effort to confront the issue head-on, President Obama passed the Lily Ledbetter...
Two recent OSHA investigations expose risks for workers
Recent work injury news in New Jersey has been disturbing, to say the least. While the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) constantly looks out for workers by issuing standards to protect them, many employers don't respect or follow the rules. That...
Pistachios Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns
The New Jersey personal injury attorneys at Breslin and Breslin are reporting that Nature's Eats Natural Pistachios is recalling 8-ounce packages because of possible salmonella contamination.In a statement issued Thursday, Boerne (BUR'-nee), Texas-based Texas Star Nut...
Remember Fallen Turnpike Worker by Slowing Down
The New Jersey construction accident attorneys at Breslin and Breslin are reporting that the co-workers of Anthony Gallone, who was killed while working to maintain the New Jersey Turnpike, want drivers to think of him the next time they're about to speed through a...
