Personal injury claims & social media Although the support of friends and family is vital, using social media is risky during a personal injury claim, as it may provide evidence against you. Social Media Can Be Detrimental to Your Personal Injury Claim In a personal injury claim, the job of the defense is to […]
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New Jersey Law On Bicycle Accidents
While cycling can be a great way to get around, bicycle accidents can be a harrowing experience. If you have been struck by a vehicle, other cyclist or have been injured due to dangerous property conditions, it is vital that you obtain legal assistance immediately. Waiting will only add to your stress and can have […]
What to Do if You Sustain a Personal Injury on Someone’s Property
Sustaining a personal injury on someone’s property Whether it’s a home, business, or a public place, property owners are responsible for safely maintaining their property. This means the owner has an obligation to repair or adequately warn the visitors of dangerous conditions on the property. If you have sustained a personal injury on someone’s property, […]
First Steps to Take When You’re Injured on the Job
Injured on the Job If you have sustained an illness or injury while performing tasks at work, there are steps you can take to protect yourself. First Aid & Medical Treatment Your health and safety should be your first priority. Obtain first aid and other medical treatment as soon as you are injured on the […]
Does Your PTSD Qualify You for Worker’s Comp?
If you have been traumatized at your New Jersey job and are unable to work, you might be able to collect temporary or permanent workers’ comp for the incident. The National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder has stated that almost eight percent of Americans will suffer from PTSD at some point, and only a fraction […]
What You Need to Know about New Jersey Car and Commercial Truck Accident Claims
Being involved in an auto accident is traumatic, no matter what the circumstances. However, crashes involving trucks are different than those with other cars. An attorney who is well-versed in the disparities between them can ensure that your rights and needs are addressed during the settlement process. In order to distinguish between the two types […]
Steps To Appeal If You’ve Been Denied Workers’ Compensation
Work-related accidents and injuries are fairly common. The construction worker who overexerts himself and pulls a muscle. The nursing aide who slips on a wet floor. The traveling business associate who gets into a car accident on his way to a meeting. If you’ve sustained an injury while on the job and your workers’ compensation […]
Ways A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Can Help Your Case
If you’ve sustained a work-related injury or been involved in an accident that occurred on employer-owned property, you’re more than likely qualified to file a workers’ compensation claim. While it may be tempting to undergo the filing process on your own, hiring a lawyer who specializes in workers’ compensation issues helps ensure that your claim […]
What Is Wrongful Death?
Quite simply, wrongful death is when someone’s death is due to the fault of another person or organization, whether the wrongful party acted maliciously with an intent to harm or negligently. While the technical definition of ‘wrongful death’ may be straightforward, the process of initiating a wrongful death lawsuit is usually anything but. Because of […]
What is a Textalyzer?
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Friday, April 22, 2016. The Breathalyzer machine is the gold standard for determining whether a particular driver is too intoxicated by alcohol to operate his vehicle. However, what is the gold standard for determining if a driver […]
Pursuing personal injury claims relating to a pedestrian accident
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday, April 15, 2016. Pedestrians struck by vehicles will suffer catastrophic injuries unless they are extremely lucky. Meanwhile, the automobile driver often suffers no injuries at all. For the obvious reason that a several ton vehicle moving at […]
Safe braking tips for anti-lock brakes
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Friday, April 8, 2016. Most New Jersey automobiles are equipped with antilock braking systems, and for good reason. ABS helps vehicles stop faster and safer while reducing the risk of skidding and helping drivers keep their steering control […]
Suspected drunk driver arrested after fatal crash
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Thursday, March 31, 2016. A man who was allegedly driving his vehicle while inebriated in Hunterdon County has been arrested by authorities after being involved in a fatal car accident. The 25-year-old man will be charged with […]
Accidents caused by drunk and reckless driving
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Friday, March 25, 2016. A lot of car accidents happen due to simple mistakes — mistakes that occur because we are human and not perfect. However, a lot of vehicle accidents also happen due to completely avoidable […]
Pedestrians: Stay safe while walking on New Jersey roads
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Going for a walk is excellent exercise, but another thing you need to exercise is care when you’re a pedestrian on New Jersey roads. That is because pedestrians are the most vulnerable section of […]
2 New Jersey teenagers killed in traffic accident
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, March 10, 2016. Two teenage pedestrians were killed in a tragic accident in Hudson County last Saturday. The accident happened in North Bergen, and authorities have since arrested the driver who struck teens. In addition to the […]
4 essential elements of a truck accident case
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. At Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC, we represent individuals who suffered injuries in truck accidents. These accidents deserve a category of their own when it comes to legal proceedings, primarily because different rules […]
What Should I Do After a Pedestrian Accident?
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday, February 26, 2016. There are several things that should be done immediately following a pedestrian accident. Aside from the obvious fact that any injuries and/or legal issues with the police must be dealt with, there are some […]
Committed New Jersey car accident lawyers
On behalf of Judy Albanese of Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. Some New Jersey car accident attorneys are merely doing their jobs and going through the motions, but this is not the kind of attorney we have on staff at Gold, Albanese, Barletti & Locascio, […]