Poland Spring in Murky Legal Waters
In 2019, Vox and the New York Times reported a class-action lawsuit against Nestlé Waters, the owner of Poland Spring, accusing the company of falsely marketing its product as “100% natural spring water.” The lawsuit, filed two years previously, claims Poland Spring water is actually ordinary groundwater collected from wells, not from natural springs as […]
Bacteria, Allergens, and Plastic Fragments: Frozen Pizza Recalls and Product Liability
Frozen pizzas are a convenient staple in many households, providing a quick and easy meal option even when our schedules are beyond busy. While they may not be the healthiest option, we tend not to view them as unsafe. However, over the past decade, several notable frozen pizza recalls have occurred due to a range […]
Hit-and-Runs Under New Jersey State Law
Under New Jersey law, it’s considered a serious offense to leave the scene of an accident–especially one that you were fully or partially responsible for. Breaking the law and committing a hit-and-run carries severe consequences, particularly if injuries or fatalities occur. Knowing the legal obligations and potential penalties associated with leaving the scene is crucial […]
Surprising Child Safety Hazard: Dishwashers
As parents, we trust that the household appliances we rely on day in and day out are safe, but the unfortunate reality our product liability attorneys in Northern New Jersey know all too well is that many of our trusted appliances are incredibly dangerous for small children. While dishwashers are common fixtures in any household, […]
Can I Sue If I’m In A Car Crash With A Police Officer?
Being involved in a car accident can be a harrowing experience, especially when the other vehicle involved belongs to a police officer. In these situations, it’s natural to wonder about your rights and how liability will be determined, as well as whether you will be permitted to file a personal injury claim. At Buttafuoco & […]
Toxic Waste from Grumman-Navy Site Found Under Bethpage Park
This past April, 55-gallon drums filled with toxic chemicals were found buried under a park in Bethpage in Long Island, prompting outrage and increased cleanup efforts of the Grumman-Navy toxic plume. From the 1940s to the 1990s, aerospace manufacturer the Navy and Grumman (now Northrop Grumman) had a major manufacturing site in Bethpage, New York. […]
Snowfall Totals from Winter Storms on Long Island
Over the years, Long Island has seen more than its fair share of snowstorms–from blizzards to nor’easters. Often, these storms result in serious damage to homes and property, as well as lives lost. Winter in Long Island is no laughing matter, and protecting yourself and your property from storms is key. Below I’ll recap some […]
Long Island Traffic Deaths Have Gotten Out of Control
We all know that it’s dangerous to drive in New York, but in disconcerting recent news, Long Island has been named the top location for traffic deaths in the state. In this article, I’ll discuss experts’ opinions on the causes of traffic deaths on Long Island, which include lax pandemic regulations, ongoing problems with well-known […]
Recent Subway Accidents Raise Concerns Among New York and New Jersey Commuters
New York and New Jersey’s subway systems are irreplaceable to New York and New Jersey commuters. But over the last decade, we have seen a number of subway crashes and accidents that raise serious concerns about safety. Whether you use the Metro-North, the PATH rail system, the Newark Light Rail, or the Long Island Railroad […]
Train Accidents Plague New York and New Jersey
New York and New Jersey are home to many railway train lines: from passenger to freight trains, the Metro-North to the Long Island Railroad to the PATH in Newark, both states are buzzing with train activity 24 hours per day. The sheer number of trains entering and exiting the states at any one time, however, […]