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- Everything You Need To Know About New Jersey Helmet Laws
Sep 21, 2022
Some U.S. states allow motorcyclists to ride without a helmet, but New Jersey isn’t one of them. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has laid out clear New Jersey helmet laws to ensure everyone’s safety and protect motorcycle operators from potentially life-threatening injuries. Wearing a helmet will not only keep you safe but also keep you from paying penalties and fines. This article covers everything you need to know about New Jersey helmet laws. We’ll look...Read More - Machinery Accidents in New Jersey: What You Need to Know
Aug 12, 2022
Machinery safety standards are among OSHA’s top 10 most frequently violated codes, leading to countless machinery accident injuries. Manufacturers of tools and heavy equipment have an obligation to ensure their products are dependable and free of defects, and employers must follow the rules to ensure workplace safety. This article aims to help people understand workplace machinery accidents and the process of filing a lawsuit for one. At Sadaka Law, we believe in using the power...Read More - What To Do in a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in New York or New Jersey
Jul 19, 2022
Motorcycle accident cases are complex, often involving serious injuries to the motorcycle rider and thousands of dollars or total loss in property damage to the motorcycle. With approximately 122,000 motorcycles in New Jersey and 385,000 in New York, statistics show the growing popularity of riding motorcycles. As more people ride motorcycles, statistics show an increase in motorcycle accident injuries and deaths. Read on as our motorcycle accident lawyer with Sadaka Law describes the legal processes involved...Read More - Truck Drivers Risk Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Jun 24, 2022
Truck driver carbon monoxide poisoning is underreported and deadly. Driving a truck cross country comes with a lot of risks and carbon monoxide poisoning is one of them. What is carbon monoxide gas? Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas that is produced when certain materials are burned. It is often called the “silent killer” because it cannot be seen or smelled, and it can cause serious health problems or even death. CO poisoning can...Read More - Noted Trial Lawyer Mark Sadaka Speaks at MDL Conference
Jun 3, 2022
Mark Sadaka, one of the nation’s most noted trial lawyers, was a speaker at the HarrisMartin MDL Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. Sadaka is the managing attorney with Sadaka Law and has successfully handled hundreds of cases over his career. The MDL conference was held on May 25, 2022, and brought together attorneys from around the country to discuss current issues in mass tort litigation. What is mass tort litigation? Mass tort litigation is a type...Read More - What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident: 6 Steps To Take
May 18, 2022
What immediate actions should you take after a slip and fall accident? After a slip and fall, get medical help right away, document injuries and the scene with photos and witness details, notify the property owner, and consult a personal injury lawyer. At least one million Americans are injured in slip and fall accidents every year and some even die in them. If someone else, such as a property owner or maintenance company, is responsible for...Read More - What Is the Average Settlement for Motorcycle Accidents in New Jersey?
May 18, 2022
What factors influence the settlement amount in a motorcycle accident case? Settlement amounts depend on injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, comparative fault, and the strength of your evidence and legal representation. Accidents involving motorcycles can cause severe injuries. As a result, people who are injured in motorcycle accidents often receive larger settlements than those involved in car accident cases. Several factors affect the potential recovery you can get from a motorcycle accident...Read More - What Is Premises Liability Insurance?
Mar 18, 2022
What does premises liability insurance cover? Premises liability insurance covers injuries or damages that occur due to unsafe conditions on a property, such as slip-and-fall accidents or other hazards that result from inadequate maintenance or security. What is premises liability insurance? Premises liability refers to the property owner’s liability should someone be injured while on their property. Many business owners attain premises liability insurance to cover third-party injuries and damages should someone file a claim against...Read More - What Is the Most Common Cause of Crane Related Fatalities?
Mar 18, 2022
The most common cause of crane accidents is cranes having contact with power lines, accounting for around 45% of all crane-related accidents, followed by equipment falling or overturning due to dangerous working conditions. Construction sites, oil fields, and various other industries rely on cranes every day. Without them, a day’s work can turn into a week’s worth of work. Unfortunately, this type of heavy machinery can also be dangerous to those around it. Since cranes...Read More - Immunization vs Vaccination
Mar 10, 2022
Immunization means to make someone immune to something. Vaccination, by contrast, according to Dorland’s Medical Dictionary, just means to inject “a suspension of attenuated or killed microorganisms…administered for prevention…or treatment of infectious disease.” Most people do not realize that when you receive a shot or a vaccine it does not mean you are immunized. Many people believe that once you are vaccinated you are completely protected. That belief is wrong. The use of the word “immunization” instead of “vaccination” is...Read More