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Protecting Workers’ Rights in New Jersey’s Hottest Month: Understanding Heat-Related Hazards
As the temperature rises, so does the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of workers exposed to extreme heat in the workplace. In the state of [...]
The Role of a Lawyer in New Jersey Historic Preservation
Preserving the rich cultural heritage and architectural legacy of our communities is a responsibility that should not be taken lightly. In the state of New Jersey, where [...]
Knowing When to Hire a Business Mediation Lawyer for Effective Conflict Resolution
In the complex realm of business law, disputes and conflicts can arise unexpectedly, posing significant challenges to the smooth operation and growth of a company. When faced [...]
Szaferman Lakind Secures Pension Victory for Retired Teacher
In a case of first impression in New Jersey, the Superior Court, Appellate Division ruled that a retired teacher could not be disqualified from his deferred retirement [...]
Attorney Thomas J. Manzo Settles Personal Injury Case for $310,000
Thomas J. Manzo recently represented a plaintiff who was involved in a vehicular accident with a tractor trailer. The plaintiff was struck by the tractor trailer when [...]
Dan Sweetser Wins Jury Trial in Million Dollar Business Dispute
On May 3, 2023, a Mercer County jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of Business Litigation Partner Dan Sweetser’s clients in a hotly contested business partnership [...]
You Know You Need to Find a Divorce Lawyer…But Now What? How to Find the Best Fit for You
By: Lindsey Moskowitz Medvin Going through a divorce is an extremely personal process and not all divorce attorneys are created equal. What is a good fit [...]
Help for the Problem Gambler in a Growing World of Legalized Gambling
Turn on the television, radio or go on the internet and you will see and hear various advertisements for betting on countless sporting events allowed by [...]
If You’ve Suffered a Heart Attack or Stroke You May Be Eligible To Receive Workers’ Comp
By: Michael Brottman According to the Center for Disease Control, someone in the United States suffers a heart attack every 40 seconds. This equates to approximately [...]
Pitfalls for New Jersey Pedestrians
By: Marc A. Brotman A recent study has shown that New Jersey is the 19th most dangerous state for pedestrians. This is obviously bad news for [...]
What to Do If You Are Injured At Work
By: Samuel M. Gaylord In New Jersey, workers’ compensation benefits are no fault. This means that workers are entitled to benefits regardless of fault for the [...]
Failure To Report: Failure to Report a Work Accident Allows Insurance Carrier to Deny Benefits
By: Samuel M. Gaylord In today's economy workers are being injured and not reporting it. In fact, a recent survey showed only one (1) out of [...]
Firm News
Schwartz Family Law Merges with Szaferman Lakind
Szaferman Lakind is pleased to welcome the attorneys Brian M. Schwartz and Jayde A. Divito to [...]
Szaferman Lakind Included in the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2023 “Best Law Firms” List for the 10th Year
For the tenth consecutive year Szaferman, Lakind, Blumstein and Blader, P.C. has been included in the [...]
Two New Associate Attorneys Join Szaferman Lakind
Szaferman Lakind is excited to welcome two associate attorneys to the firm. Alexandrea Jacinto joins the [...]
Recent Verdicts & Settlements
Emerging from the Pandemic, Seeking Legal Counsel is More Important Than Ever
By: Michael Brottman While we all hope that the COVID-19 pandemic is nearing its end, the [...]
Michael Paglione Wins $23 Million Arbitration Award & Settles Near-Fatal Drowning Case For Homeowners Insurance Policy Limits of $500K
On July 4, 2015, a family of five attended a backyard Fourth of July party at [...]
Dan Sweetser Prevails in Defense of Prominent New Jersey Law Firm in Breach of Contract Suit
By: Dan Sweetser On November 8, 2021, Judge Michael Erdos of the Philadelphia Court of Common [...]