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Personal injury cases can be overwhelming, especially if you’re dealing with medical bills, lost wages, and the emotional toll of your injuries. When you’re navigating these challenges, choosing the right personal injury lawyer in New Jersey becomes crucial. A skilled attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve, guiding you through the legal process with confidence. But with so many law firms, how do you know which personal injury … [Read more...] about How to Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer in NJ
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Governor Murphy Signs Bill Amending NJ’s Open Public Records Act
The Open Public Records Act (“OPRA”) was first enacted in 2002. It requires New Jersey’s local, county and state government agencies to provide the public with access to state, county and local government records. On June 5, 2024, Governor Murphy signed a bill amending key sections of OPRA. Those amendments were cheered by some-but decried by many, such as the American Civil Liberties Union, the New Jersey Working Family Party and the New Jersey … [Read more...] about Governor Murphy Signs Bill Amending NJ’s Open Public Records Act
New Jersey School Bus Accidents
As the new school year begins, parents across New Jersey will send their children back to school. For many families, this means trusting the safety of their children to school buses. While school buses are safe, accidents happen, and they can lead to significant injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), school buses are one of the safest ways to travel. However, accidents still occur, and they can be … [Read more...] about New Jersey School Bus Accidents
Important Update for New Jersey Auto Dealers: FTC’s New Auto Financing Rules
On December 12, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule with a wide range of requirements and restrictions for selling and financing cars to consumers. This new rule is the Combating Auto Retail Scams Rule (the CARS Rule). What is the CARS Rule? The CARS Rule aims to clean up the auto sales and financing process by: Banning certain misleading statements in the financing process. Setting strict guidelines for how … [Read more...] about Important Update for New Jersey Auto Dealers: FTC’s New Auto Financing Rules
Commercial Property Owners’ Liability for Slip and Falls Injuries
In a recent decision titled Padilla v. Young, the New Jersey Supreme Court expanded commercial property owners’ liability for slip and fall injuries on sidewalks abutting vacant land. In September 2019, Alejandra Padilla was walking on the sidewalk abutting the vacant commercial property owned by Young Il An and Myo Soon An. She allegedly fell because of defects on the sidewalk abutting the vacant lot owned by the defendants. The defendants had … [Read more...] about Commercial Property Owners’ Liability for Slip and Falls Injuries
New Jersey Supreme Court Limits Use of Non-Disparagement Clauses
On May 7, 2024, the New Jersey Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Savage v. Neptune Twp., et al. The Supreme Court held that non-disparagement clauses drafted for the purpose or effect of concealing the details of discrimination, retaliation, or harassment are illegal in New Jersey and cannot be included in settlement agreements or employment contracts. The court ruled that such clauses violate New Jersey’s public policies, as … [Read more...] about New Jersey Supreme Court Limits Use of Non-Disparagement Clauses