The Reality of Workplace Holiday Parties and Sexual Harassment During the festive season, workplace holiday parties are a time for celebration and camaraderie. However, these events can sometimes lead to unfortunate instances of sexual harassment, leaving employees feeling vulnerable and uncertain about their rights. At CourtLaw Injury Lawyers in New Jersey, we understand the complexities of these situations and are committed to guiding you through understanding and exercising your legal options. What Constitutes Sexual Harassment at a Workplace Party? Defining Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment in a workplace setting, including holiday parties, encompasses a range of behaviors. This can include unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile…

When an individual suffers harm due to another’s carelessness or intentional actions, they can file a claim for personal injury. You can file a personal injury claim for things such as car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, accidents involving bicyclists and pedestrians, dog bites, construction accidents, and workplace injuries. If you or someone you know has been injured in New Jersey, it’s important to understand the basics of personal injury claims to protect your legal rights. The Statute of Limitations The statute of limitations is the time limit for filing a personal injury claim. In New Jersey, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a claim. However, there…

If you have been injured or suffered property damage in an accident and file a claim for compensation with an insurance company, you may be surprised to receive a response back from the insurer denying your claim. When you believe you are entitled to receive compensation from an insurer, you should know what your rights are and what steps you can take after the insurance company denies your claim.  What Happens in a Claim Denial? An insurance company may deny your claim in one of two ways. First, the insurer may offer you less than the full amount of money you requested when you submitted your initial claim to the insurer. Second, the insurer may decide that you are not…

“How do I maximize my personal injury settlement?” It’s a question we’re often asked by our clients and fortunately, we provided some helpful tips.  If you have a personal injury claim, more likely than not your claim will end in a settlement between you and the party or parties at fault for your injuries (or their insurance company). You may want to consider taking the following steps to help ensure that you maximize the total compensation you receive from your personal injury settlement. Read more: Don’t Make These Top 3 Mistakes During a Settlement Negotiation Steps for Maximizing Your Financial Recovery in Your Personal Injury Case Preserve evidence in your case — The success of your claim will hinge on…

When it comes to filing a claim for a motor vehicle accident, you’re going to have a lot of questions, particularly when it comes to how much money you’ll receive and when you’ll receive it. In many cases, car accident cases end in a settlement. However, there are a few different types of mistakes you should definitely avoid during this process so as to not jeopardize your compensation award. Continue reading to find out how you can avoid these top 3 mistakes during a settlement negotiation. Read more: How Do I Prove My Car Accident Injury? Common Settlement Mistakes Here are the top three mistakes people make during a settlement negotiation: Admitting Fault After a car accident, it’s normal to want…