Trucking accidents can cause serious injuries and life-altering damage. Many factors contribute to these accidents in New Jersey, and some are specific to the state’s unique environment. Understanding these common causes can help you stay alert and avoid dangerous...
Year: 2024
Ensuring safety: how to respond to threats from an abuser
Sexual abuse deeply impacts survivors, affecting their emotional and physical well-being. The trauma extends beyond the act itself, as abusers may continue to exert control through threats. These threats can instill fear and prevent survivors from seeking help....
Breaking silence: Seeking justice for teacher-student abuse
If you experienced abuse by a teacher when you were young, you might wonder if it is too late to seek justice. The truth is, it is never too late to break your silence and start your journey toward healing. Many survivors hesitate to speak up due to fear, shame or...
How you can protect your child from clergy sexual abuse
Sexual abuse cases are still notoriously underreported across the country. Power imbalances, a culture of silence and inadequate reporting mechanisms are the biggest factors that come into play. However, perhaps the most pressing factor of underreporting is the fact...
Workers’ compensation for occupational diseases: Key facts
Work-related illnesses can significantly affect your health and job. In New Jersey, workers' compensation laws help workers who get sick due to their jobs. Knowing your rights and what to do can help you deal with this process. Common occupational diseases...
Are field sobriety tests accurate indicators of intoxication?
Police officers use field sobriety tests during traffic stops to determine if a driver shows signs of impairment. These tests help officers observe physical and cognitive reactions that could indicate intoxication. But how accurate are these tests as indicators of...
Be the voice for survivors silenced by shame and guilt
The scars of childhood sexual abuse can run deep, perpetuating a cycle of shame, guilt and silence. If a loved one struggles with such a harrowing experience, your voice can make all the difference in their path to recovery. There is a legal approach to help them...
Can I sue the school for my child’s sexual abuse?
You find out about your child’s experience in school, and after you hear about it, you immediately go to the school and inform them of what happened. The school administration refuses to acknowledge the report and mentions your child’s carelessness in actions that...
How does childhood sexual abuse affect future relationships?
Childhood sexual abuse is a deeply traumatic experience that leaves lasting scars on survivors. This trauma can profoundly affect many aspects of their lives, including their ability to form and maintain healthy relationships in the future. 5 impacts of childhood...
Grooming in the digital age: how online predators target children
The digital age has brought incredible benefits but has also given predators new avenues to exploit. Online predators use technology to gain the trust of children and manipulate them for malicious purposes. With children spending more time online, parents must...