When you are hurt or injured while performing your duties as an employee, there is a specialized area of the law that allows workers to recover money damages including lost wages, medical bills and a permanency award for pain and suffering. Under New Jersey and Pennsylvania law, employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance […]
The ridesharing industry has become popular across the country and New Jersey is no exception. Uber and Lyft dominate the market and have made it more convenient for people without cars of their own to travel to and from work, school, the doctor’s office, or to run errands. A rideshare accident attorney in New Jersey […]
The construction industry is among the most significant sectors of the country’s economy. Although it is sometimes underappreciated, it is vital to the development of our neighborhoods, our homes’ safety, and our buildings’ compliance with local codes. Without it, we wouldn’t be where we are today. However, the high rate of occupational safety accidents makes […]
Read more about the liability of Local and State Governments and evaluation of Title 59 Tort Claims. Presented by: Louis J. DeVoto, Esquire- Certified Civil Trial Attorney Past President, Trial Attorneys of NJ Presented for ICLE- New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick, NJ October 29, 2015 Chapter 1: Legislative declaration, definitions and various provisions defining […]
There were more than 800 bicyclist deaths in 2015. While this number is not as high as, say, motorcycle accident fatalities, it is still much higher than it should be. Cyclists, motorists, and even pedestrians could stand to learn a few valuable bike riding safety tips. Thankfully, we are here to teach you how to […]
Roadway distractions and driver inattention lead to serious motor vehicle accidents each year. In fact, over 40,000 people are killed and another 2.5 million Americans are injured in car and truck crashes every year. 2,000 of those deaths occur on our New Jersey and Pennsylvania highways. Distracted driving has now reached epidemic levels. Rossetti & […]
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. Read more about this almost a million-worth settlement against the product manufacturer. What happened? Rossetti & DeVoto recovered $945,000 for woman injured by a defective workplace machine causing amputation to her thumb. Andy Rossetti handled the case. RD’s 56-year-old client had her thumb amputated […]
Welcome to ROSSETTI & DEVOTO, P.C., South Jersey’s premier law firm, where our unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier legal services is matched only by our dedication to each client’s success. Our seasoned team of attorneys brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the law to every personal injury accident case, ensuring personalized […]
Accidents happen when you least expect them. And when that accident causes injuries, it is especially aggravating and disruptive to our normal lives. That brings us to today’s topic. Let’s say you have suffered an injury due to someone’s negligence – perhaps it was a slip and fall injury, perhaps it was the result of […]
In New Jersey, slip and fall settlements can range widely, with an average between $10,000 and $50,000, depending on specific case factors. This article cuts through the complexities to help you understand the average slip and fall settlement amounts in NJ, what they might mean for your case, and the considerations that can affect your […]
In this article, Louis J. DeVoto discusses the affidavit of merit. Furthermore, he also talks about the affidavit of merit requirement, as the title states. AFFIDAVIT OF MERIT Hot Tips for Civil Litigators ICLE- NJ September 17, 2011 Louis J. DeVoto ROSSETTI & DEVOTO, PC 20 Brace Road Suite 115 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 856-354-0900 […]
There are an estimated 2.3 million children who play soccer in youth leagues every year. This number is down significantly from previous years due to a multitude of factors, one of the largest of which is something surprising – head injuries from soccer or traumatic brain injury from heading soccer balls. Learn more about TBI […]
Medical malpractice is a horrible reality for far too many Americans with more than 98,000 injuries occurring annually in the United States alone. Obstetrical malpractice can have devastating effects given the medical vulnerability of pregnant women and their unborn children. The damages are often deadly and life altering. At Rossetti & DeVoto, we are continuously […]
PRODUCT LIABILITY EARLY PRESERVATION OF EVIDENCE / EMERGENT APPLICATION / INVESTIGATION / SPOLIATION April 2, 2009 Presented by: Andrew J. Rossetti, Esquire Rossetti & DeVoto, P.C. PRODUCT LIABILITY – EARLY PRESERVATION OF EVIDENCE EMERGENT APPLICATION / INVESTIGATION / SPOLIATION In fact, companies must take measures to ensure the products they are producing aren’t faulty. Therefore, […]
