What is Death by Negligence?
Death by negligence typically refers to what New Jersey law considers a wrongful death case. A Northern New Jersey wrongful death attorney will define this as a kind of personal injury case brought on behalf of the deceased against a negligent party–someone whose careless behavior resulted in the victim’s death. Establishing gross negligence is a […]
How Much is my Mass Tort Claim Worth?
Photo by Giorgio Trovato on Unsplash.com The lawyers at Buttafuoco & Associates often field questions from our clients about how much their mass tort claims are worth. While this is typically very specific to each plaintiff’s claim, there are some common things to consider when putting a dollar amount to damages in a tort case. […]
New Jersey Traffic Deaths Exceeded National Rate in 2022
Photo by Ruiyang Zhang on pexels.com If you have the feeling that New Jersey roadways have gotten more dangerous in recent years, you’re certainly not wrong. New New Jersey State Police numbers analyzing traffic deaths in 2022 show that our numbers are up, with yet another rise in traffic deaths last year totaling 705–the highest […]
How Long Does a NJ Personal Injury Settlement Take?
Photo by Pixabay on pexels.com If you are the victim of a serious injury, filing a personal injury lawsuit is likely the last thing on your mind. But when it comes to recovering the damages you need to pay your medical bills, a lawsuit is often the only recourse available. Unfortunately, timelines for personal injury […]
Roundup Mass Tort News
Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash Our tort lawyers at Buttafuoco & Associates will be watching several mass tort cases closely in 2023. Last month on the blog, we discussed recent cases involving the potentially harmful effects of Tylenol use during pregnancy; in this article, we’ll cover recent legal actions surrounding Roundup, a common weed […]
4 Ways to Maximize Your Settlement for a Serious New Jersey Car Accident
Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels In the aftermath of serious car accidents, victims tend to be singularly focused on keeping up with doctor’s visits, how to return to work and family life, and other immediate concerns. Although it’s essential to receive fair compensation, the last thing on your mind as a victim is how […]
Studies Link Tylenol to Autism: Do You Have a Lawsuit?
At Buttafuoco & Associates, we’ve been watching a number of mass tort cases closely this year. One of the most concerning cases of late is the potentially dangerous effects that acetaminophen—the active ingredient in Tylenol—can have on a fetus during pregnancy. More than half of pregnant women in the US and Europe have used Tylenol […]
3 Common Types of Wrongful Death Cases
Wrongful death lawsuits are some of the most heartbreaking cases we see at Buttafuoco & Associates. When a loved one dies tragically at the hands of another, the family is often put in an incredibly difficult position, both financially and emotionally. Although filing a wrongful death case cannot bring a loved one back, it can […]
When is a Mass Tort Case Worth Pursuing?
Photo by Claire Anderson on Unsplash Mass tort cases occur when a single entity causes harm to a group of people, and the plaintiffs make a claim against that entity, often a corporation. Because it involves a large number of people, many assume that a mass tort claim is the same as a class action […]
How Do Product Liability Lawsuits Work?
We often take for granted that the things we buy and use every day of our lives are safe. We depend on manufacturers to design, produce, and quality-control their products. After all, we need our cars to get us to work, and we need our microwaves to heat our leftovers, and we need all these […]
