Cancer of the esophagus, or esophageal cancer, affects thousands of Americans every year. A prompt diagnosis with proper treatment can effectively treat Esophageal Cancer. But when a doctor fails to diagnose Esophageal Cancer is can result in tragedy. Indications of Esophageal Cancer are often indicated by difficulty swallowing, painful swallowing, coughing, heartburn and other symptoms...
New Jersey Explosion Injury Attorneys Injuries caused by explosions can be particularly severe. Gas distribution pipelines alone are responsible for an average of 155 explosions per year, according to CBS News. Other major causes of explosions include problems with gas lines in residential buildings or explosions in workplaces like construction sites and industrial plants. Explosions...
Were You Injured By An E-Cigarette? In recent years, e-cigarettes, or vapes, have taken off in popularity. Because they produce less secondhand smoke, many people view them as a better alternative to traditional cigarettes. Some users are trying to wean themselves off of paper cigarettes. Others simply enjoy the experience. Regardless, if you are an...
What Is Down Syndrome? Can Down syndrome be wrongly diagnosed? Yes. Also known as trisomy 21, Down syndrome occurs when a child has an extra copy of chromosome 21. The extra chromosome affects a child’s physical and mental development. Symptoms of Down syndrome can range from mild to severe. Victims of Down syndrome may have...
Divorcees Are Legally Protected from Discrimination Going through a divorce is hard enough without worrying that your employer will begin to treat you differently. Unfortunately, for some divorced employees, their employer’s feelings about marriage can have a damaging effect on their careers. Supervisors may be less likely to put a divorced employee up for a...
Were You Denied a Job Because of Your Disability? Finding work can be hard enough without having to fear that you are being discriminated against. But for millions of disabled Americans, the job hunt can be uniquely stressful. Disability discrimination is illegal, but many employers still try to deny jobs to otherwise qualified workers on...
Defective Toys When we buy toys for our children, we put our trust in toy manufacturers to abide by safety standards. Child safety is one of the most important components of toy design, because when a toy turns out to be defective, the consequences can be disastrous. Very young children are still learning about how...
Commuter Train Accident You may have seen people in the news talking about America’s crumbling infrastructure. Unfortunately, many major cities in the United States simply do not have enough resources to keep their roads, bridges, and rails up to date and running safely. Sometimes, the consequences can be minor, like potholes and closed lanes. Other...
Are You the Victim of Chlorine Gas Exposure? Most people associate chlorine with the summer fun of a swimming pool. Although the chemical can be a reliable way to keep your pool water clean, the gas itself may not always be safe. Chlorine is also found in many industrial and household cleaning products, and prolonged...
New Jersey Brake Defect Lawyers Cars have complex brake systems in which various parts, such as discs, calipers, and rotors, need to function together to stop a car safely. Brakes can be defective in many different ways. Hydraulic lines may leak, discs may not be properly installed, or calipers may crack. In some cases, brakes...