As the summer season arrives, many people eagerly take to the waters for recreational boating activities. While boating can be a wonderful way to enjoy the warm weather and scenic beauty of the state, it is crucial to prioritize safety on the water. Boating accidents can lead to severe personal injuries, property damage, and even [...]

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a severe head injury that can have life-altering consequences. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 50,000 people in the United States die each year as a result of TBI, and thousands more are left with permanent disabilities. If you or a loved one has [...]

Hotels are meant to be places of relaxation, comfort, and safety for travelers, but unfortunately, accidents and injuries still occur. A hotel injury can happen for various reasons, such as the negligence of the hotel staff, defective products or equipment, unsafe conditions on the hotel property, and more. In some cases, injuries can be severe [...]

Slip and fall accidents may be more common than you think. Some slip and fall accidents are minor, leading to aches and pains, and a few bruises. Other slip and fall accidents, however, can be much more severe, leading to painful, broken bones or chronic head, back, and neck pain. Learning the most common causes [...]

If you’re injured in an accident, chances are, you have a lot of expenses. You may have high medical bills or vehicle repair costs. If you’re unable to work, you may find it difficult to keep up with your usual household costs, as well as these bills. One of the best ways to collect the [...]

With the holidays right around the corner, you may have travel plans already lined up. Some of these holiday plans may include hotel stays. While staying in a hotel should be enjoyable, it can come with a few risks. You rely on the hotel staff to properly maintain the hotel so that it’s safe for [...]

Hiring a car accident attorney can be a good decision when navigating a car accident case. One of the first steps when hiring a car accident attorney is to meet with potential lawyers through an initial consultation. Bringing certain documents to your initial consultation can give your lawyer the information they need to determine if [...]

The rate of bike accidents increases in the summer months, not just in New Jersey but all over the country. Bicycling is a common form of exercise and method of transportation for many during summer, but the increase in activity can lead to more accidents. Common Causes of Summer Bicycle Accidents Here are the four [...]

Summer is a time for sunshine and vacations. However, many people aren’t aware that summer also brings with it an increase in accidents. Understanding the top summer accidents can help you and your family stay safe. Most Common Summer Accidents These are the top six summer accidents: Car Accidents With more drivers on the road [...]

If you’re injured and someone else is at fault, you may decide to hire a personal injury lawyer to represent you. Hiring a lawyer often requires an initial consultation that allows you to choose the right one for your case. During this meeting, you can also expect the lawyer to ask you questions related to [...]

You never expect to slip and fall and injure yourself while visiting a local restaurant. If you slipped and fell at a restaurant and suffered severe injuries, you may be able to sue them for compensation. The compensation you collect can help you cover your damages, including medical bills. Who’s Responsible in a Slip and [...]

Truck Accidents You never expect to be in an accident with a commercial truck. Commercial trucks tend to drive at a slower speed and will usually stay in the right lane. Unfortunately, that does not entirely prevent them from crashing into you. The driver of a personal vehicle often suffers the worst of the damages [...]

Dealing with a personal injury case can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re also dealing with your recovery. It is normal to have a lot of questions, regarding whether you have a case and what to expect throughout the case. Below, are a few of the most common questions that we get when it comes to [...]

Slip and fall accidents may be more common than you think. Slippery, wintry parking lots can lead to a slip and fall accident. Even visiting your favorite store can lead to a slip and fall after an employee mops the floors. While the majority of slip and fall injuries are minor, they can sometimes lead [...]

Are you considering filing a personal injury lawsuit? One of the first, and most important, steps is choosing the right lawyer. We have compiled a list of four important things to look for when choosing a personal injury lawyer to represent you and your case. 1. Lawyer’s Experience It’s important to note that lawyers typically [...]

The holiday season offers a lot to look forward to. But in between shopping trips and enjoying the first snowfall of the year, it’s important to know the risks of being in an accident. A slip and fall accident often occurs out of nowhere while someone is enjoying their day. Before they know it, they’re [...]

Halloween is one of the holidays that brings people outdoors. Many families bundle up their child in costume and go door-to-door collecting candy. While this experience is usually harmless, there is always the risk of an accident. Knowing the most common types of accidents that occur on Halloween, along with ways to prevent them, can [...]

Slip and fall accidents can be painful and expensive. While you can’t always prevent a slip and fall accident from occurring, especially when it’s someone else’s fault, you can know the most common risks, and places, in which they most often occur. The most common places for slip and fall accidents include: Retail Stores Perhaps [...]

The Jersey Shore is permitted to reopen to residents and tourists. While different beaches may have different opening dates and rules for reopening, we can expect a somewhat normal summer. With the reopening of the beaches attracting tourists from all over the country, hotels will also increase their capacity limits. Before you book your dream [...]

You looked forward to your Jersey Shore getaway all year and the trip is finally here. But on your trip you slip and fall and get injured. You now have to spend the rest of your vacation time at the hospital recovering. You not only lose out on your reservations, but because you cannot return [...]

Thanks to modern technology, people are familiar with doing research on practically anything. For more costly decisions, like hiring an attorney, that research skill becomes even more important. If you have an attorney picked out, you should double-check that they have a good reputation and a clean background. Know that you will be spending a [...]

There are many varying definitions of a catastrophic injury, depending on the circumstances and forum of an injured victim’s case. No matter the facts and circumstances of an injured person’s case, if he or she is seriously injured enough that he or she suffers from a long-term disability or a disfigurement/deformity, it is very likely [...]

At some point, mostly everyone will suffer a minor slip and fall at in their life. However, sometimes this slip and fall accidents can be extremely severe and difficult to deal with, especially if they occurred on public property. Find out what your options are for compensation below. With the holiday season firmly upon us, [...]

If you have been involved in an accident where you sustained an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, you’re probably thinking of filing a lawsuit in New Jersey’s civil court system.  The longer you wait to file a claim, the less likely it’ll be that you’ll get the compensation you deserve. It is [...]

Halloween night brings out hundreds of thousands of children, walking from door to door, and neighborhood to neighborhood. While many children look forward to Halloween night, it can be one of the most dangerous nights for pedestrian accidents. In fact, the number of pedestrian accidents increases by up to 40%. Factors Contributing to Pedestrian Accidents [...]

There are certain things that you should avoid when navigating a personal injury claim. Here are a few of the most common: Accepting the First Settlement Offer Receiving any offer of compensation following an injury is tempting, especially if you have been unable to work. But, settling too soon often does not give you enough [...]

A demand letter is one of the most important resources used in a personal injury case. The letter lists the details of the accident as well as the total of your damages. The purpose of the letter is to demand a specific amount of compensation. A demand letter includes the following: Details of your injury [...]

Warmer weather means that more people enjoy the outdoors by foot. Local sidewalks will fill up with pedestrians, both walking and biking. Unfortunately, an increase in pedestrians also often means an increase in the number of pedestrian accidents. Being aware of other drivers and pedestrians at all times and knowing the common causes of accidents [...]

When you hear the term “catastrophic,” your mind probably instantly thinks of a severe, large scale event like an earthquake or tsunami. If something is catastrophic, it most likely yielded a great amount of damage to a person or property. The legal definition identities this kind of injury similarly. The law defines a catastrophic injury [...]

You never expect a friendly visit with a neighbor to go wrong. But, if you suffer a dog bite while visiting a friend, you might wonder who will cover your medical bill. In addition to the emotional consequences of a dog bite, the medical care needed could get costly. You might require immediate and ongoing [...]

Many of us go to the casino for a fun day or night out, playing the slots or tables, visiting a restaurant or nightclub, relaxing at the spa, or seeing a show. However, a fun time at the casino can quickly turn tragic after you suffer a serious injury in a slip and fall accident [...]

Filing a Premises Liability Claim in New Jersey You never expect to experience an injury when visiting another person’s property. When it does happen, it can be confusing as to who is responsible for covering your medical costs and lost wages. The property owner might try to negate that they are to blame and try [...]

Brain Injury Overview Of all the parts of the human body, the brain is one of the most important, but also the one we understand the least. Brain injuries can occur in a number of different ways, but the danger of suffering one in a car accident is higher than average due to the trauma [...]

Key Evidence in a Personal Injury Case Now that more people are using smartphones than ever before, it does not take much effort to record accidents while they are happening. Because video surveillance is easily accessible and readily available in most places, it is often used as a key piece of evidence when a person [...]

Pedestrian Accidents Spike During the Holidays It’s November already, and you know what that means! There are only a few short weeks left to cram in all your holiday shopping. After all, no one wants to rush out to the store on Christmas Eve in search of a gift they forgot. Many holiday shoppers wait [...]

Filing a Personal Injury Claim After getting into a serious accident at work, while on the road, or even when walking around outside, you may have hopes of filing a lawsuit against the person or people that are responsible for those injuries. While some cases are serious enough to require taking legal action, not all [...]

Injuries on Someone Else’s Property While an accident can happen anywhere, some will happen on property that belongs to private owners. Those that have been injured while on private property often wonder if it is possible for them to file a lawsuit because of the damages they have dealt with. Medical insurance companies cover some [...]

Commercial Truck Accidents Commercial truck accidents are devastating to those involved and can increase the likelihood of serious injury or death of the driver or passengers in the incident. The factors surrounding these serious truck accidents are important and can help lead to the success of your personal injury lawsuit. During a free legal consultation, [...]

Compensation for Catastrophic Injuries The damages that incur with catastrophic injuries are greater than the personal injuries that usually occur with any type of accident. The compensation possible for these serious injuries may be higher, too. The Law Offices of Richard A. Stoloff knows what awards you may receive, how to plan ahead and to [...]

Personal Injury Overview Damages are the amount of compensation that you receive after someone else’s negligence causes you to suffer an injury. There are many factors, both economic and non-economic, to consider when calculating the value of a personal injury case. Additionally, an amount that works for one case may not appropriately cover the damages [...]

A traumatic head injury is defined as a head injury that results in damaged brain cells or involves other injuries such as tissue tears, internal bleeding, or bruising, which result in temporary or permanent effects on one’s mental ability and capacity. Mild injuries usually result in only temporary issues, while severe head impacts and other [...]

If you have been injured in accident, you may be wondering about the ins and outs of the procedure. Maybe you want to know how complicated the process is. Maybe you want to know how much you can get for your New Jersey personal injury case. Or perhaps you want to know how long the [...]

If you’ve ever read about a personal injury lawsuit, then it’s likely you’ve heard about a person’s “duty of care” towards their peers. This crucial term is often scrutinized during personal injury lawsuits, so it’s important to have a basic understanding of this term and a working knowledge of when it applies to you. Defining [...]

As we age, back pain, injuries, and conditions become more common. Understanding the most frequent types of back injuries and conditions can help you prevent these debilitating painful episodes. A number of spinal injuries can occur as a result of a motor vehicle accident or even medical malpractice. It’s important to recognize when you may [...]

Most people understand that when they’ve been injured by another person’s negligence, they can seek compensation through a court of law. However, few are well-versed in the legal terms and definitions associated with such a claim. Below is a basic overview of these commonly used terms that you’ll need to familiarize yourself with throughout your [...]

When you are seeking out a personal attorney, you are likely to hear that some lawyers will accept your case on a “contingency fee” basis. It’s important to understand the legal definition of this term as well as the advantages and disadvantages of such representation before selecting the personal injury lawyer that’s right for you. [...]

What to Do if a Dog Bites You A dog bite can happen at any moment and at the paws of any dog. Maybe you were petting a dog on a leash you met while taking a walk, or maybe you were playing with your friend’s or neighbor’s dog — either way, suffering a dog [...]

Tips to Prevent Slip Trips and Fall Sometimes all it takes is mere seconds of distraction to send you slipping and falling your way to an injury. It always seems to happen quickly, and only when you feel the pain of your injury do you realize just how serious a slip and fall incident can [...]

When you are considering filing a personal injury lawsuit over an accident, it’s critical that you calculate the total financial value of your combined losses. Damages paid to the injured victim may be negotiated or fought for in court, but lacking a definitive monetary amount may result in settling for less than you actually deserve. [...]

When you’ve been injured as a result of another person’s negligence, seeking financial relief from your losses may be necessary. Victims frequently suffer from losses like medical bills, lost wages, property damage and physical pain and suffering. It’s important to document and preserve evidence regarding these losses to help build your case for financial compensation. [...]

Many people think that accidental drowning in a bathtub is a risk faced by babies and young children, not by adults. However, statistics indicate that people of all ages can be killed or seriously injured by a drowning or near-drowning event in a bathtub. Wrongful Death in New Jersey The topic made headlines recently with [...]

A dog bite can happen to anyone at any age. Statistics show, however, that infants and toddlers under age 3 are bitten more often than many other age groups, and that they can face more serious physical and psychological consequences as a result, according to a recent study performed at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Dog [...]

When you file an insurance report after an injury, one of your biggest questions likely concerns how much you’re going to receive in coverage and whether it will in fact cover all of your losses. Often, figuring out how much a personal injury claim is worth is one of the most difficult parts of the [...]

Like other states, NJ has specific rules governing dog bite claims. If you’ve been bitten by a dog, or if you own a dog accused of biting or injuring someone, it’s important to know the key elements of New Jersey’s dog bite laws. New Jersey: A Strict Liability Dog Bite State New Jersey is a [...]

Over a lifetime, a spinal cord injury can be both expensive to treat and highly limiting to an injured person’s ability to do a wide range of activities. When such an injury is the result of someone else’s negligence, seeking compensation can help the injured person and their family bear the costs and secure a [...]

We often think of an “accident” as a case of pure chance, which could not have been helped. In fact, many accidents are preventable. They are caused by negligence or carelessness by a specific person or company, not by mysterious forces beyond our control. In a personal injury case, determining legal responsibility for the injury [...]

Many people are familiar with value a personal injury lawyer can provide after an accident or a case of negligence causes an injury. However, a personal injury attorney’s experience can help you in a far wider range of situations than just car accidents, slip and fall, or medical malpractice. Here are just a few of [...]

There are no rules or laws in place that dictate when or even if you should ever hire a personal injury lawyer. In actuality, the ultimate decision is yours, but common sense tends to land on the side of finding a lawyer and to do it as soon as possible following the accident or incident. [...]

“Premises liability” refers to the legal responsibility of property owners to ensure that their property (premises) is safe for visitors. When a site visitor suffers an injury in an accident caused by an unsafe condition on the property, the results could be catastrophic: significant medical bills and rehabilitation expenses, lost wages due to missed time [...]

If you were hurt in a car crash, or seriously injured in a slip & fall accident, you may be able to seek compensation by filing a personal injury claim. However, it is important to keep in mind that you will have a limited amount of time in which to file your claim and seek [...]

Escalators are normally not thought of as a dangerous way of transportation, though there are times where escalators can actually be very dangerous, and sometimes deadly. The reason being is that many escalators go upwards or downwards, either to or from a higher floor. At times, the person riding the escalator may be very high [...]

You know who’s at fault, and you know it is not you. While that is great, there must be evidence to support it, and there is likely a lot you can do to prepare for your personal injury lawsuit. If have been injured lately, and are suing, keep these three tips in mind when preparing [...]

Drugs are built with a variety of body types and situations in mind. In many cases, many drugs are generally safe for people across the board. However, a demographic that is often sitting on the dangerous side of drugs is that of pregnant women. While many drugs are deemed safe across the board, pregnant women [...]

Getting into an accident of any kind can happen in seconds. But the repercussions from accidents can follow victims long after the accident has occurred. Injuries resulting from events like whiplash, bone fractures, twists, sprains and more can make it difficult to carry out common tasks. While the first call after an incident resulting in [...]

Summer is heating up, and so are the outdoor dangers. Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye and without the proper precautions taken, your summer will start to fizzle before you know it. Heed this advice on how to stay safe with these common summer dangers. Swimming Pools Drowning is one of the [...]

A woman who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) and who contracted MRSA due to an improper catheterization related to the arrest recently received a $140,000 settlement from the city, with the help of attorney Richard A. Stoloff. The woman was pulled over by police in 2012 for erratic driving. When [...]

One of the most common, as well as the most dangerous, injuries that a person can suffer in an accident is a traumatic head injury. Just about any activity, whether it’s playing sports, driving a car, or walking down the street, can result in a concussion. In fact, one of the leading injuries suffered in [...]

School buses are supposed to keep your child safe as they travel to school in the morning and from school in the afternoon. Unfortunately, despite the many precautions taken by school districts and parents to ensure that kids remain safe and free from harm, school bus accidents still happen in this country. In the worst [...]

In the aftermath of the recent train accident at Hoboken Terminal in Hudson County, a lot of New Jersey residents are on high alert when riding public transportation, including trains, light rails, and buses. Now that winter weather has finally hit the Garden State in 2016, NJ Transit officials are also beginning to focus on [...]

A Mays Landing NJ man sustained serious injuries in a single-vehicle truck accident on a road in Galloway, New Jersey. The auto accident occurred around 2:00 p.m. on Cologne Avenue in Galloway Township, NJ. The victim was behind the wheel of a Ford Ranger and traveling north on the roadway when he suddenly lost control [...]

Train Accident at Hoboken Terminal  Authorities are investigating a train accident at the Hoboken train station that caused one death and injuries to more than 100 people. The train derailment is getting national news coverage, with media outlets reporting that investigators still do not know exactly why the NJ commuter train failed to slow down [...]

After initially issuing a warning about the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phone, federal safety officials have now ordered a mandatory recall of the phones. The recall was issued as a result of multiple reports of consumers being injured when their phones suddenly exploded. Lithium-ion batteries in the defective phones can explode when they overheat while [...]