Black Women’s Group Sues J&J Over Dangerous Talc Marketing
Since 2013 when a plaintiff claimed that Johnson & Johnson’s talc-based baby powder caused her ovarian cancer, the company has been in the news for a multitude of similar lawsuits. In late July, a new accusation was waged against the company when a national Black women’s group announced in New Jersey court that they were […]
What is Considered a Wrongful Death?
When a loved one dies unexpectedly due to the negligence or fault of another, it is known in legal terms as wrongful death. While loved ones of the deceased have legal rights in wrongful death cases, families are often hesitant to take legal action even when it is necessary for their wellbeing. At Buttafuoco & […]
What You Might Not Know About Motorcycle Accidents
Did you know that several of the Northern New Jersey motorcycle accident lawyers at Buttafuoco & Associates are experienced motorcycle riders? Our founder, Daniel P. Buttafouco started as a teenager with off-road motorbikes, and since then has owned many motorcycles. We understand what it means to ride motorcycles, and we know how dangerous motorcycle accidents […]
Do You Have Enough SUM Insurance?
If you haven’t heard of SUM insurance, you’re not alone. Many people don’t know what it is, and even fewer people have it. But it is absolutely essential when you want to rest assured that insurance will cover your car accident claim. So, why haven’t you heard about SUM insurance? Most likely because your insurance […]
Maximizing Compensation for a Maritime Accident
At Buttafuoco & Associates, we have extensive experience in maritime law, especially when it comes to working at sea. If you work on a vessel or in the employment of a fleet, you already know that maritime work can be a dangerous job. You might not know, however, that if you’re injured on the job […]
$2 Billion J&J Talc Lawsuit Appeal Denied by Supreme Court
Since 2009, pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has been in legal hot water in regard to allegations that its talcum powder products contain asbestos, a known cancer-causing agent. The company was issued yet another blow just a few weeks ago when the United States Supreme Court denied their appeal to dismiss a Missouri court’s […]
Buttafuoco & Associates triumphs in landmark decision allowing NY volunteer firefighters to be held liable for vehicular negligence
The personal injury law firm Buttafuoco & Associates is delighted to announce that it has set a precedent for auto accident victims who are injured by volunteer firefighters responding to emergency calls in New York. In a landmark decision (Index No. 36752/12), the Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department of the Supreme Court of the State of New […]
Medical Misdiagnosis of Colon Cancer: A Lethal Mistake
Colorectal cancer, cancer of the rectum or colon, is the third most-common type of cancer in the United States, as well as one of the most lethal. According to the Centers for Disease Control, from 2014 to 2018, there were 21,634 new cases of colorectal cancer in the state of New Jersey and 7,585 deaths. […]
Can I Still File a Roundup Cancer Lawsuit?
If you regularly use the Bayer herbicide Roundup to kill weeds, you may have heard about the company’s ongoing legal battles as plaintiffs continue to allege that Roundup caused their cancer. Last year, Bayer agreed to a $10 billion settlement with the majority of plaintiffs, which has many people who have been harmed by this […]
Swimming Pool Accidents: Who’s at Fault and How to Prevent Them
July is here, and with it comes record temperatures in many parts of the country; in parts of New Jersey, temperatures this year have already reached 100 degrees in some parts of the state. One of summer’s greatest pleasures is of course visiting a swimming pool to cool off, but this activity also carries certain […]