Family of New Jersey Girl Injured by Escalator Sues Macy’s
The family of a Bergenfield, New Jersey girl who had her foot mangled in an escalator accident in August has sued Macy’s, alleging that the company failed to properly maintain the aging escalator at its...
Read MoreCat Bites Can Be as Dangerous as Dog Bites
Although dog bites are more likely to result in serious injuries, cat bites can also result in major harm. According to the New York Times, cat bites account for only 10 to 15 percent of...
Read MoreAfter Baby in Stroller Dies, New Jersey Lawmakers Hold Hearings on Jitney Safety
Following the death of eight-month-old Angelie Paredes in her stroller, the New Jersey Assembly Transportation Committee held a hearing about the operation, regulation, and safety of jitneys. Angelie was killed when she was struck by...
Read More113 New Jersey Cases Yield Recoveries over $1 Million
According to a study by the New Jersey Legal Almanac, 113 cases produced jury verdicts or settlements of $1 million or more during the period from August 1, 2012, to July 31, 2013. The number...
Read MoreOver 16 Million Vehicles Recalled in 2012
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 16.2 million vehicles were subject to manufacturer recalls during 2012. The NHTSA claims to have had a “significant role” in over 9 million of those recalls....
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