People enjoying the privacy of their apartments take it for granted that they are safe from injury, especially from the ceiling above. However, that may not always be the case. Ceiling collapses are more common than one would think, especially in low-income housing. Most ceiling collapses are caused by water…
On July 29, 2022, Assistant Bergen County Prosecutor Avon Morgan was sadly killed in a motorcycle crash in Hackensack, NJ. According to online reports, the tragedy occurred at the railroad crossing at Essex St. and East Railroad Ave. when the motorcycle and an SUV collided. Morgan, who began working for…
Older drivers will remember being taught to look at the rearview mirrors and glance over their shoulder to check blind spots before backing a car. Younger drivers today may be taught the same safety practices, but they may be driving vehicles with backup cameras to show what is behind the…
Elder abuse in nursing homes, home aid agencies, and hospitals are more common than you might realize, and it can include physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, as well as neglect and financial exploitation. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 6 people over age 60 were victims of abuse…
When a car accident results in injuries, it is crucial to determine what happened and who was at fault for the crash. Determining fault is a key factor in getting fair compensation if you were hurt in an accident someone else caused. Doing so, unfortunately, can be challenging, particularly when…
In Jersey, Spring often means to many of us the beginning of boating season. We, “Garden Staters,” enjoy taking to the water as a great way to relax and have fun with friends and family; however, boats are dangerous when they’re not handled properly – and if other boaters are…
Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. has been named a Tier 1 firm in New Jersey for Personal Injury Litigation by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in 2022. Three lawyers at the firm were also recognized in the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Garry R….
New York law bans the use of electronic cigarettes at school, including at all public and private schools and in vehicles used to transport students. You may have heard various terms to describe electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as electronic cigarettes, e-cigarettes, e-cigs, vapes, vaporizers, or vape pens. No matter…
For parents, nothing is more important than their child’s safety. One of the most important ways to protect them is by ensuring they are properly secured while riding in motor vehicles. New Jersey car seat laws exist to protect children from the moment they are born. The type of restraints…
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability among children in New Jersey and throughout the country. As the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports, the rate of emergency room TBI-related visits is higher among children than among any other age group. A…
