Burlington Personal Injury Law Blog
Stay safe from amusement park accidents on spring break
Whether you are planning a day trip to a local theme park or a trip to a far-flung attraction during spring break, be aware of potential safety hazards to avoid serious injury. In 2016, the most recent year for which data is available, the Consumer Products Safety...
Motorcyclist fatalities cross all ages
Motorcyclists in New Jersey can enjoy some amazing scenery and the feeling of freedom as they ride on two wheels. However, bikers also face some of the most serious risks encountered on area roads and highways, and they remain highly vulnerable when involved in an...
Are cat bites more dangerous than dog bites?
An animal bite, no matter the type, is always something that you should take seriously. After the initial bite, you are not out of the dark in terms of danger. When thinking about dog and cat bites, it is easy to make the claim that dog bites are worse. After all,...
The potential for harm at the dog park
Bringing dogs to a dedicated park where they can run unleashed has numerous benefits for both owners and their pets. New Jersey's dog parks, however, have particular dangers. With an awareness of them, dog owners may prevent canine attacks, bites and serious injuries....
Top medical errors doctors make
Doctors are one of a few professions dedicating themselves to helping others and providing a service. Even so, they are human and mistakes happen. However, there is a significant difference between a mistake and negligent behavior. When a doctor makes an error that...
When is a property owner liable for a trespassing child’s injury?
Even when parents tell their children not to go in someone else's yard without an invitation, curiosity, peer pressure or temptation may get the better of them. If your child sustains an injury while trespassing, even though he or she was in the wrong, the property...
Understanding and overcoming inattentional blindness
Paying full attention to the road is no guarantee that a driver will not miss an important detail. In fact, many drivers look, but still fail to see motorcycles. In many cases, this is because brains perceive smaller objects as farther away, and it is harder to judge...
Diseases from dog bites besides rabies
Many people who have suffered a dog bite fear contracting rabies. However, while there may be a chance of rabies infection from an unvaccinated animal, the chances of contracting the virus from a dog bite are actually relatively small because most pet dogs receive the...
The link between firefighting and cancer
Firefighting is, by nature, a highly dangerous profession. If you make your living working as a firefighter, you probably understand the hazardous nature of your job all too well. While there are obvious risks that come with running into burning buildings and...
A parent’s role in keeping teenagers safe
For most teenagers, having a driver’s license is a sign of freedom, but unfortunately it increases the risk of car accidents. Teens lack the experience necessary for driving in many conditions, and they often partake in risky behaviors such as distracted driving....
