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…]
Fourth of July Yacht Trip Ends In Deaths of Three Children
Sadly, a family trip on a yacht to watch the Fourth of July fireworks ended in the death of three children aged 12, 11 and 8. The boat, which was pulled out of New York’s Long Island Sound on July 5, was scheduled to provide family and friends with the perfect place to view the Fourth of July fireworks. [Read more…]
Common Car Accident Injuries — Whiplash
In America, we love the automobile. As a nation, we own about 140 million cars, or about one car for every two people. Not surprisingly, car accidents are frequent in the United States. Statistics vary, but some say that one in every three people will be involved in a car accident at some point in their lifetime. While each car accident presents a unique set of facts and circumstances, there are some common injuries that a car accident victim may suffer. Whiplash, for example, is one of the most frequently experienced injuries after a car accident. Most people have heard of whiplash, but many do not fully understand what a whiplash injury is and how it is caused. [Read more…]
Firm Founder Joseph A. Ginarte Continues to Fight for Civil Rights
Joseph A. Ginarte
Recently, Joseph A. Ginarte has been named counsel for the National Coalition of Latino Officers. The National Coalition of Latino Officers is a nonprofit organization that is seeks to increase the representation and advancement of Latinos within the criminal justice system. The organization works toward this goal by empowering, strengthening, and unifying Latino Law Enforcement Associations and Organizations. Mr. Ginarte’s devotion to the Latino Community and legal experience will make a substantial contribution to the National Coalition of Latino Officers and will help ensure that Latinos in the criminal justice system are treated fairly. [Read more…]
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
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
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
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
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
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 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…]
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