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  • 6 Tips for Safe Grilling This Summer

    Backyard barbecues during summer allow people to enjoy spending time with friends and family. However, around 7,000 people are injured in grill fires across the United States each year. While barbecues can be fun, they also pose a serious risk of fires and explosions if you aren’t careful. Here are 6 safety tips to help you enjoy fun and safe barbecues this summer: Check for gas leaks. A simple ...
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  • Attorney Gregory G. Goodman Wins Top 40 Under 40 Award from National Trial Lawyers

    Top 40 Under 40 Names the Nation’s Most Outstanding Personal Injury Attorneys Attorney Greg Goodman has been named among the 2018 Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers. This is a special honor reserved for exceptional attorneys who outshine their peers in their respective field of legal practice and demonstrate exceptional success for their age. Our firm is proud to acknowledge and ...
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  • What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in New Jersey?

    The statute of limitations refers to a time limit imposed on plaintiffs. It is designed to protect defendants from the threat of a lawsuit for years or even decades following an accident. Different states have different statutes of limitations. Our firm provides efficient representation to injured clients, and we know the importance of filing your claim within the time limit. The statute of ...
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  • New Jersey Winters: 6 Tips for Safe Driving

    With chances of snow returning on Tuesday, it seems New Jersey’s winter may never end. Ironically, science seems to support this idea. According to Nature Communications , severe winter weather may last longer and become more frequent with the rising temperatures of the Arctic. In fact, “bomb cyclones,” or extreme snow storms, are 2 to 4 times more likely in the northeastern part of the U.S. when ...
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  • Don’t Accept the Insurance Company’s First Offer After an Accident

    If you are involved in a car crash, the insurance adjuster will make an initial offer for your injuries and property damage. Many people mistakenly believe the insurance company is on their side. This is not the case. Most of the time, the insurance company is trying to avoid paying the amount you deserve, and will try to persuade you to take an offer that is less than you need. After an accident, ...
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  • Top 7 Accidents on Construction Sites

    Construction sites are riddled with heavy machinery, works in progress, open holes, and numerous other hazards, which is why it comes as no surprise that they play host to many different types of accidents – many of which pose the potential for catastrophic injuries or even death. Because construction sites poses risks to the workers who perform their trade or passerby, government agencies such as ...
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  • What the Insurance Company Isn't Telling You

    Insurance companies are the entities that often handle and defend against personal injury claims. This is because they are the ones to pay victims after they have been harmed by a policyholder, including a driver who carries their auto insurance, a business with commercial coverage, or even a medical professional with medical malpractice insurance. With financial stakes in personal injury cases, ...
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  • How Social Media Can Affect Your Personal Injury Case

    Many of us are very much attached to social media. It has become an omnipresent feature of everyday life, from Facebook to Instagram or Snapchat – we cannot resist the lure sharing our lives with friends, family, and even acquaintances, posting pictures of food, vacations, or the shoes on our feet. More than three-quarters of all adults with a computer and internet access use one or more social ...
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  • Why See a Doctor After an Accident

    Many people know that they should see a doctor after an accident. But seeking timely medical treatment is just as important. Whether or not you are in severe pain, always see a physician after being involved in a car accident , slip and fall, or another incident. Here’s why it is important that you see a doctor as soon as possible after any type of accident: Insurers may use delayed treatment as a ...
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  • Things To Tell Your Personal Injury Attorney

    When you are filing a personal injury claim, it is essential that you are honest and straightforward with your attorney. This includes providing details about your personal life and your accident so your attorney can be prepared for all possible scenarios. The less surprises there are for your attorney, the better he or she can do their job in representing you. Here are some important things that ...
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  • The Difference between Truck Accidents & Car Accidents

    If you were recently injured in a truck accident that was caused by the negligence and recklessness of a commercial driver, the process of recovering compensation is much different compared to car accidents . Furthermore, there are a variety of factors in a truck accident that does not apply to a regular motor vehicle collision. The main difference between truck accidents and car accidents ...
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  • Palmisano & Goodman, P.A. named 2017 Top Attorneys in New Jersey by Super Lawyers®

    Last month, Palmisano & Goodman, P.A. had announced that Attorney Robert Goodman had been named to New Jersey Super Lawyers® list for the 12 th consecutive year in a row. In addition, Attorney Maureen L. Goodman , Attorney Brian R. Goodman , and Attorney Gregory G. Goodman have each been selected for the 2017 Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers®. Maureen is making her third appearance on the Rising ...
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  • Common Places for Slip & Fall Accidents

    Common Slip & Fall Locations Slip and falls can occur practically anywhere. Each location will each present unique circumstances which affect the process and outcome of an insurance claim or lawsuit. The following are the common types of locations which frequently experience slip and falls: Supermarkets and big box stores Hotels and resorts Small businesses Rented apartments and homes Private ...
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  • How to Prevent a Dog Bite

    According to the CDC, approximately 4.5 million people are injured due to dog bites and animal attacks each and every year. Of these, the individuals most vulnerable are children, who can become seriously injured or even killed due to a dog attack. Although dogs have are often our closest companions and can often be an extension of the family, it is important to remember that not all dogs are safe ...
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  • Top Five Ways to Prevent a Pedestrian Accident

    The general understanding is that pedestrians always have the right of way; however, drivers are still often careless and do not respect a pedestrian’s rights. This is why a significant number of pedestrians are killed on a daily basis in an auto accident, collision, or another incident. At Palmisano & Goodman, P.A., our Woodbridge personal injury lawyers strive to help those who have been ...
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  • 3 Safe Driving Resolutions for the New Year

    As we begin the New Year, there are many resolutions to consider. At Palmisano & Goodman, P.A., as Woodbridge car accident attorneys, we work with people who have been catastrophically injured in car accidents every day. Some of these the accidents could have been avoided had the drivers only choose to rethink their driving habits. With the CDC reporting over 1 million Americans spending over 1 ...
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  • Staying Safe on the Road during the Holidays

    During the holiday season, many Americans embark on long distance journeys to celebrate with family and friends. In fact, the busiest time of year to drive is between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. However, it is also the most dangerous time of year. So if you and your family plan to drive to a holiday get-together this year, it is imperative to be prepared. Furthermore, practicing safe driving ...
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  • Family of injured Russian boxer to file lawsuit

    Those who follow boxing in New Jersey may be interested to know that while Russian heavyweight boxer Magomed Abdusalamov remains in rehabilitation following a Nov. 2 fight at Madison Square Garden, his family has reported they will file a $100 million lawsuit against New York State and its athletic commission. The family believes the commission's doctors were guilty of negligence and medical ...
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  • Bed bugged tenant receives large cash award.

    A recent court decision awarding a tenant a large cash award should put landlords nationwide on alert of a growing rental issue. A 69-year-old tenant sued her landlord over a dangerous property situation in her apartment. The tenant was bitten numerous times by bed bugs while in her apartment. The tenant claimed that her landlords knew of the presence of the bed bugs before she moved in. The ...
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  • The risks of summer amusement rides

    A visit to an amusement park provides a great day trip for New Jersey families, especially those with young children. But recent research by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital revealed that approximately 20 accidents per day occur throughout the summer at amusement parks, portable carnivals and malls with amusement rides. These ...
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  • Researchers find link between brain injuries, pesticides and Parkinson's

    Residents of New Jersey know how devastating a brain injury can be. People who suffer a traumatic brain injury may experience memory loss and personality change. They may even have difficulty concentrating. Sadly, a brain injury may leave people with permanent brain damage. New research is showing that brain injury sufferers may even be more susceptible to developing other debilitating diseases. ...
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