If you have ever been injured on the job, or know someone who has, you have no doubt heard about workers’ compensation. This system allows employees to recover their medical bills and lost wages if they are injured on the job, regardless of negligence by the employer. All employers in New Jersey are required to have workers’ compensation insurance. But…

When you first contact a lawyer after an accident or injury, you may be expecting that every case goes to trial. But sometimes, the most effective strategy isn’t litigation at all. More personal injury cases are settled out of court than in court, as it is often the most cost effective and least stressful choice in resolving these claims. A…

The results are in! Attorney Michael Noriega is expected to receive the 2019 ACLU Legal Leadership Award in New Jersey. What is this prestigious award? Who is Attorney Michael Noriega? Get all the details below. 2019 ACLU-NJ Legal Leadership Award The American Civil Liberties Union is an organization that’s dedicated to preserving the individual rights and liberties of every American.…

Whether it’s for an upcoming holiday or an ordinary weekend, millions of consumers visit shopping centers nationwide to go shopping. Most people assume that when they go out shopping that they will be reasonably safe, but this is unfortunately not always the case. When you are injured while shopping at a business, it’s important to promptly investigate who will be…

Filing a lawsuit is a daunting task for most. Lawsuits typically involve a large amount of paperwork, and the official names of these documents vary depending on where you live. Following is a brief description of the initial types of paperwork you will encounter during the early phases of your lawsuit. The Initial Complaint If you are the person filing…