Employees from the Tucker County, West Virginia, courthouse have filed a wrongful death and personal injury lawsuit against a construction company that did work at the courthouse, alleging that the company spread toxic dust throughout the building and causing serious injuries and even the death of one county employee. [Read more…]
Matthew Villani Celebrates July 4th by Giving Back
Ginarte associate Matthew Villani
July 4th is a day for families, celebrations, and remembering our nation’s history. It is also a great day for giving back to the community. This Independence Day, Matthew Villani, an associate at our firm, participated in the Firecracker 4 Mile Run in Cranford, New Jersey. This four-mile run benefits the Jay Cees charitable organization. Mr. Villani has run in a number of charitable races already this year. [Read more…]
A New York Construction Worker Dies After Wall Collapses
A New York City construction worker lost his life in a construction accident. The 29-year-old worker suffered fatal trauma to the head when the wall of a trench collapsed, burying him under debris, according to news reports. [Read more…]
New Jersey Drowning Accidents
July is here, and along with it comes the hot, humid, New Jersey summer days. While swimming and water-related activities provide a much-needed break from the heat, they also present risks of serious, even fatal, injuries. This summer, take special care to make sure you are not a victim of a drowning accident in a pool or a New Jersey waterway. [Read more…]
Holidays Often Bring Tragedy
By Matthew V. Villani
The most dangerous and deadliest time of the year to drive is during holidays. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), July 4th and New Year’s Day are consistently ranked as the deadliest holidays of the year. [Read more…]
Cars May Be More Dangerous Than Guns In New York City
New York City was once viewed by many as the crime capital of the country. Residents and visitors alike walked the streets of the Big Apple with care, always fearful a crime was about to happen. Many things have changed in New York City over the past couple of decades. A monumental effort to make the city safer has paid off — New York City is now one of the safest big cities in the country, according to recent crime statistics. Safe from violent crime, that is. Although gun violence has decreased markedly in recent years, New York car accidents have not, making cars more dangerous than guns in the Big Apple. [Read more…]
How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer for My Case
If you have recently been injured in a New York or New Jersey accident and believe that another person or entity is responsible for those injuries, you may have the basis for a personal injury accident case. If someone else was at fault, then you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries you suffered, including compensation for things such as your medical bills, time lost from work, and pain and suffering. The first step toward being compensated for your injuries is to retain the services of a New York or New Jersey personal injury attorney. [Read more…]
Trucks Present Major Risks To The General Population
By Matthew V. Villani
A single tractor-trailer can weigh more than 80,000 pounds and can be up to 75 feet in length. The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has reported that over 500,000 truck accidents occur each year. Approximately 5,000 fatalities related to truck accidents occur on an annual basis. [Read more…]
Partner Manuel González Serves on an Executive Committee for New Jersey State Bar Association
Partner Manuel González
Partner Manuel González currently serves on the executive committee of the Workers’ Compensation Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association. Members of the executive committee are made of attorneys from plaintiff and defense workers’ compensation bar. The executive committee serves the critical function of reviewing proposed legislation to the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation laws and analyzing its potential impact. The committee then issues recommendations to the New Jersey State Bar Association. [Read more…]
OSHA Tries to Protect New Jersey Construction Workers from Falls
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, urged New Jersey employers to protect workers from falls while on the job in a statement released last week. The announcement by OSHA follows investigations into four recent New Jersey construction accidents. [Read more…]
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