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If I Don’t Drive My Car, Do I Still Have to Have Insurance on It?

UPDATED: JUNE 24, 2020 The short answer is yes, you do. Like most things involving the law, however, there are exceptions. In New Jersey, “[a]ll owners of motor vehicles registered or principally garaged in [the State] are required to maintain…

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I GOT INJURED WHILE WORKING AT HOME DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC. AM I ELIGIBLE FOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BENEFITS?

Depending on the specific facts – yes. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, stay-at-home orders and remote working have become the new reality. Workers’ Compensation benefits typically kick in when you are injured in the course and scope of employment. Although…

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WHO PAYS FOR MEDICAL BILLS IN A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT?

UPDATED: JUNE 11, 2020 If you or someone you know had the unfortunate experience of being injured in a motorcycle crash / accident, this question regarding medical bill is sure to arise. In New Jersey, motorcycle riders are required to…

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IF I CONTRACT CORONAVIRUS ON THE JOB, AM I ENTITLED TO WORKER’S COMPENSATION BENEFITS?

If you contracted the Coronavirus (officially Covid-19) at work in New Jersey, you may be eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits. The crucial question is whether you, the employee, contracted Covid-19 directly from the workplace. For obvious reason, it might be…

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MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR PERSONAL INJURY CLIENTS DURING COVID-19

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, it has become increasingly difficult for our clients to receive the proper medical treatment for their injuries. If you presently have a case with us, we recommend that you contact your medical / health care…

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Evaluating Wrongful Death Cases

UPDATED: APRIL 13, 2020 New Jersey law can be brutally harsh toward families who have lost a loved one due to the fault or negligence of someone else. People are often surprised to learn that the law treats the death…

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RAFF & RAFF LAW FIRM COVID-19 CONTINUITY UPDATE

Dear Clients, Friends, and Colleagues of Raff & Raff: Like everyone, we continue to monitor the COVID-19 coronavirus and its enormous impact on all aspects of life. Our thoughts continue to remain with those currently affected by the coronavirus and…

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A MESSAGE FROM RAFF & RAFF REGARDING COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS)

Dear Clients, Friends, and Colleagues of Raff & Raff: Our thoughts are with those currently affected by the coronavirus and the healthcare workers caring for them. The safety of our clients, our office team, and our colleagues is our top…

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No, you cannot be sued for donating food

UPDATED: MARCH 16, 2020 Article by Daniel A. Levy, Esq. A while back, John Oliver used most of his time on his HBO show to discuss the problem of food waste in America. One of the issues that he pointed…

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Can My Worker’s Compensation Insurance Company be Required to Pay for My Medical Marijuana?

Under certain situations: YES. An injured worker can receive reimbursement for medical marijuana. In a recent New Jersey Court decision, the court held: Here, where petitioner has demonstrated the severity and chronic nature of his pain, his attempts to unsuccessfully…

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