Three construction workers were injured when they were struck by falling steel girders. According to a news report in The Star-Ledger, the New Jersey construction accident occurred at the former General Motors facility in Linden, New Jersey. Officials say that six struts used to support a ceiling or deck collapsed and struck the workers. All three
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Do You Know the Symptoms of Erb’s Palsy (Brachial Plexus Injuries) in Babies?
Erbs-Duchenne palsy, commonly referred to as Erb’s Palsy, is paralysis of the arm, shoulder, wrist, and/or hand that results from injury to the nerves that travel from the cervical spine in the neck through the arm. These nerves are known as the “brachial plexus.” Erb’s Palsy occurs when a delivering healthcare provider applies too much
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Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available to Injured New Jersey Workers?
Workers’ compensation provides financial support for medical treatment, lost wages, and/or monetary compensation for disabled workers who are injured on the job. It is a no-fault program that is available for surviving victims of job-related injuries and illnesses regardless of the cause of the accident. The New Jersey workers’ compensation program may also provide support
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Several Workers Injured in Fatal New Jersey Explosion
On March 4, 2014, contractors struck a gas line while working in a New Jersey neighborhood, which caused a powerful explosion that took the life of a local woman. According to a CBS news report, the fatal explosion occurred in Ewing Township in Mercer County, New Jersey. Officials say they were unable to immediately identify the female
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8 Ways to Enjoy the Indoors During Winter
Winter is still going strong in New Jersey. With temperatures still expected to dip below freezing, going outside for more than a few minutes isn’t an option for many. If you are trying to find something to do while snowed in with limited options, the legal team at Blume Forte knows just how boredom can
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