Sometimes, a personal injury lawsuit does not involve a person or company as the defendant. Claims for personal injuries may be directed at public entities including states, cities, and municipalities. In the State of New Jersey, any personal injury claim made against a public entity must comply with the requirements of the New Jersey Tort […]
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 […]
Jury duty may sound confusing if you’re a newly registered voter or have just received your first jury summons. You may be curious about the entire jury selection process and what purpose you will serve to the court. If you’re wondering how the court builds its jury panel for a specific case, however, then this […]
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. A 51-year-old employee of a paper shredding truck company recovered $900,000 after the cutting blades of a mobile truck shredded partially amputated his foot in 2015 when he climbed into the hopper to clear a paper jam. The shredder pulled our client’s boot and […]
Under the law, in the State of New Jersey, as well as its counties, municipalities, and commissions, these jurisdictions have directives for sovereign immunity as the general rule for its employees and for itself. This immunity prevents them from being sued even when they are at fault. Thankfully, the immunity is not all-encompassing and there […]
Louis J. DeVoto is a founding member and shareholder at the firm and is a highly regarded and experienced medical malpractice and personal injury attorney. For more than 30 years, he has represented clients in all types of serious injury and wrongful death cases caused by the negligent and reckless conduct of others. Mr. DeVoto […]
Read more about golf course accidents and injuries in this paper written by Louis J. DeVoto. The University of Toledo Law Review Volume 24; Summer 1993; Number 4 “Injury On the Golf Course: Regardless of Your Handicap, Escaping Liability Is Par for the Course” Louis J. DeVoto* I. INTRODUCTION “Golf is one of the more […]
If the recklessness of another party caused an accident and you got an injury, you have the right to seek damages for your physical and emotional injuries. In other words, for personal injury claims. Navigating the waters of personal injury lawsuits, however, is fraught with dangers and pitfalls. Oftentimes, individuals make mistakes very soon after […]
Christmas is a time of celebration. However, injuries can quickly extinguish the celebratory mood of the holidays. Filing a claim with a personal injury lawyer gets you a step closer to a settlement from insurance adjusters. Besides filing a personal injury case, you must also be careful about what you post on social media. What […]
Read more about the wrongful death act written by Andrew J. Rossetti. The Wrongful Death Act Andrew J. Rossetti March 1999 I. WRONGFUL DEATH LAW 1. When action lies Death caused by the wrongful act of another where pecuniary losses are sustained. N.J.S.A. 2A:31-1 When the death of a person is caused by a wrongful […]
The cost of health care in America seems to be getting higher every day. However, the quality of care and attention patients receive from medical providers does not seem to be keeping pace. In this managed care world, with PPOs and HMOs, many Americans feel like the quality of their care is taking a back […]
Learn more about the Daubert analysis from this paper written by Andrew J. Rossetti. THE DAUBERT ANALYSIS Andrew J. Rossetti, Esquire 12/15/99 I. THE FEDERAL STANDARD OF ADMISSIBILITY A) FRE 702. TESTIMONY BY EXPERTS. If scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge will assist the trier of fact to understand the evidence or to determine […]
1. When am I considered to be at work? When you are at your employer’s place of business or when you are off the premises for the purpose of your employer, you are considered to be at work. 2. I heard that you can’t sue your employer, is that true? In New Jersey you can […]
1. If a dog bites me, can I recover for my injuries? Yes. Dog bites can be serious cases, often resulting in significant scarring and injuries. New Jersey recognizes injury claims for people bitten by dogs and has enacted a law that specifically protects persons from dog attacks. 2. What must I prove in order […]
