Injured As A Result Of An Amusement Park Ride? You Have 90 Days To Give Notice Of Your Claim Or You May Have Waived Your Rights To Bring A Lawsuit

July 13, 2012 by Ginarte

By Matthew V. Villani

Generally, the proprietor of an amusement park is bound to exercise reasonable care and to “render the premises reasonably safe and fit for the use intended.” Clayton v. New Dreamland Roller Skating Rink, 14 N.J. Super 390, 395 (App. Div. 1951). This principle governs accidents that occur on the grounds of amusement parks and similar facilities. However, if the personal injury is related to the operation of rides at the amusement park, it is subject to the Carnival-Amusement Rides Safety Act (CARSA), codified at N.J.S.A. 5:3-31 to-59. [Read more…]

Create a Safer Work Environment By Reporting Your New York or New Jersey Construction Accident

July 12, 2012 by Ginarte

Construction around the New York/New Jersey area seems never to end. For the men and women who make their living in the construction industry, this is good news; however, it also means that there are hundreds of serious construction accidents in New York and New Jersey each year. Unfortunately, some of these accidents result in fatal injuries. Others leave the victim with lasting injuries, and still more are only minor accidents that are frequently not reported. Even minor accidents, though, should be properly reported, for a variety of reasons. [Read more…]

West Virginia Toxic Dust Lawsuit Filed by Construction Workers

July 11, 2012 by Ginarte

Employees from the Tucker County, West Virginia, courthouse have filed a wrongful death and personal injury lawsuit against a construction company that did work at the courthouse, alleging that the company spread toxic dust throughout the building and causing serious injuries and even the death of one county employee. [Read more…]

Matthew Villani Celebrates July 4th by Giving Back

July 9, 2012 by Ginarte

Ginarte associate Matthew Villani

July 4th is a day for families, celebrations, and remembering our nation’s history. It is also a great day for giving back to the community. This Independence Day, Matthew Villani, an associate at our firm, participated in the Firecracker 4 Mile Run in Cranford, New Jersey. This four-mile run benefits the Jay Cees charitable organization. Mr. Villani has run in a number of charitable races already this year. [Read more…]

A New York Construction Worker Dies After Wall Collapses

July 9, 2012 by Ginarte

A New York City construction worker lost his life in a construction accident. The 29-year-old worker suffered fatal trauma to the head when the wall of a trench collapsed, burying him under debris, according to news reports. [Read more…]

New Jersey Drowning Accidents

July 6, 2012 by Ginarte

July is here, and along with it comes the hot, humid, New Jersey summer days. While swimming and water-related activities provide a much-needed break from the heat, they also present risks of serious, even fatal, injuries. This summer, take special care to make sure you are not a victim of a drowning accident in a pool or a New Jersey waterway. [Read more…]

Holidays Often Bring Tragedy

July 5, 2012 by Ginarte

By Matthew V. Villani

The most dangerous and deadliest time of the year to drive is during holidays. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), July 4th and New Year’s Day are consistently ranked as the deadliest holidays of the year. [Read more…]

Cars May Be More Dangerous Than Guns In New York City

July 4, 2012 by Ginarte

New York City was once viewed by many as the crime capital of the country. Residents and visitors alike walked the streets of the Big Apple with care, always fearful a crime was about to happen. Many things have changed in New York City over the past couple of decades. A monumental effort to make the city safer has paid off — New York City is now one of the safest big cities in the country, according to recent crime statistics. Safe from violent crime, that is. Although gun violence has decreased markedly in recent years, New York car accidents have not, making cars more dangerous than guns in the Big Apple. [Read more…]

How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer for My Case

July 2, 2012 by Ginarte

If you have recently been injured in a New York or New Jersey accident and believe that another person or entity is responsible for those injuries, you may have the basis for a personal injury accident case. If someone else was at fault, then you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries you suffered, including compensation for things such as your medical bills, time lost from work, and pain and suffering. The first step toward being compensated for your injuries is to retain the services of a New York or New Jersey personal injury attorney. [Read more…]

Trucks Present Major Risks To The General Population

June 29, 2012 by Ginarte

By Matthew V. Villani

A single tractor-trailer can weigh more than 80,000 pounds and can be up to 75 feet in length. The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has reported that over 500,000 truck accidents occur each year. Approximately 5,000 fatalities related to truck accidents occur on an annual basis. [Read more…]

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Injured As A Result Of An Amusement Park Ride? You Have 90 Days To Give Notice Of Your Claim Or You May Have Waived Your Rights To Bring A Lawsuit

Create a Safer Work Environment By Reporting Your New York or New Jersey Construction Accident

West Virginia Toxic Dust Lawsuit Filed by Construction Workers

Matthew Villani Celebrates July 4th by Giving Back

A New York Construction Worker Dies After Wall Collapses

New Jersey Drowning Accidents

Holidays Often Bring Tragedy

Cars May Be More Dangerous Than Guns In New York City

How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer for My Case

Trucks Present Major Risks To The General Population

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