Determining liability in a blindside accident can be difficult. These cases are fact-dependent, and the other driver’s insurance company will no doubt try to blame you for getting caught in their driver’s blind spot. If you suffered injuries in a blind spot accident, having the right attorney can help you recover compensation for your injuries....
Did your doctor miss the signs and symptoms of marginal cord insertion while you were pregnant? If so, does your child have birth defects such as breathing difficulty, heart defects, or cerebral palsy? Or worse, was your child stillborn? If so, you may have a medical malpractice claim against your doctor. Marginal cord insertion claims...
O'Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble is proud to congratulate attorneys Robert Ballard, III and Daniel Bause on becoming partners. Their promotion stems from their hard work ethic & efforts to foster relationships with clients and provide exceptional service. About Robert Ballard, III Robert A. Ballard, III started as an associate attorney at OPLN in 2017. He received his B.A. from Pennsylvania State University and...
O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble Is Offering an Essay Scholarship Contest for Current and Incoming Law School Students Springfield, NJ March [03/29/2023] — The attorneys of O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble (OPLN) are proud to announce the Annual Graduate School Scholarship. Open to law students attending or accepted to an accredited law school in the...
Signing a waiver beforehand is standard practice when you undergo a medical procedure. This waiver is a legal document that releases the medical facility or practitioner from any legal liability if something goes wrong during the procedure. By signing the waiver, you acknowledge that you understand the potential risks associated with the procedure and accept...
You deserve justice if you or a loved one has been harmed while receiving medical treatment in New Jersey. Fortunately, New Jersey has specific laws and regulations in place to protect patients who have been victimized by medical malpractice. However, collecting compensation for medical malpractice depends on proving causation. If you or someone you love...
According to a recent survey, 70% of U.S. households own a pet, and 69 million of those own dogs. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, more than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs yearly in the United States. Children are the most common victims and are far more likely to be severely injured....
If you have suffered a sudden injury or illness, you may think of a hospital emergency room as the safest possible place to go. In 2019, the most recent year for which there were statistics, nearly a quarter of all US adults, or 151 million people, had at least one emergency room visit. However, with...
Understanding the difference between express vs. implied consent is crucial in healthcare to ensure patients' rights and doctors' legal protections. Many legal disputes can arise based on disagreements over whether one person gave another person consent or authorization to perform a particular action. When administering medical care, a health professional needs to explain the risks...
A full-time employee will spend almost a quarter of their life at their workplace. Given the considerable time spent at work, it is vital that we feel comfortable there. The victim and the harasser need to understand that sexual harassment in the workplace is unlawful. Therefore, employees must understand what constitutes sexual harassment, and victims...