American medicine still struggles to see past gender
Gender bias is still common in doctors' offices across America. Despite a lot of good reporting and widespread discussion of the problem, it continues to affect the lives of millions of women every day. By one estimate, misdiagnosis affects one in every 20 Americans,...
My workers’ comp claim got denied: What are my options?
Workers hurt on the job can receive compensation insurance from their employers. However, employers could still reject those claims in some cases. This can be a nightmare for many New Jersey workers, especially if they’re the primary provider in their family. This...
Fatal infection suspends license of New Jersey dentist
A New Jersey dentist faced at least 15 lawsuits for improper hygiene and storage at his practice. Some of his patients suffered severe infections, undergoing major surgery to save their lives. One patient died. He has temporarily lost his license and faces other...
State laws say bars can be responsible for damages
Any New Jerseyan who follows the news sees it all too often. A driver under the influence somehow drives the wrong day on the Turnpike, killing an innocent person or a family of innocent people. We may shudder a bit imagining ourselves as the sober driver facing the...
Bosses may try to block your workers’ compensation rights
As a New Jersey worker, there are some common ways companies try to cheat you out of workers’ compensation insurance instead of covering you as required by state law. One way is to keep your work “off the books,” paying you illegally without setting aside insurance...
New Jersey’s interlock ignition law goes into effect
Since Dec. 1, anyone convicted of DWI in the Garden State must install an ignition interlock device (IID) on their vehicle in an effort to keep them from drinking and driving again. The new law includes all DWI offenders, but it eliminates suspended license penalties...
The 4 D’s of medical malpractice
Going to see a doctor when you’re having a health problem can be scary. Some people have an innate fear of doctors, and others may be afraid to find out what their diagnosis is. Despite their trepidation, people tend to trust medical professionals overall. On the...
What happens if a bartender over-serves?
Bartenders are responsible for serving people the correct amount of alcohol. This means that in addition to checking a customer’s ID or Driver’s License, the bartender must also roughly keep track of how many drinks they are serving each individual. The reason...
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