Rideshare platforms like Uber and Lyft have created new opportunities for flexible work, but they also come with unique risks, especially for drivers. Car accidents are a significant concern for rideshare drivers, who spend extended hours on the road. If you are injured in a rideshare accident while driving for Uber or Lyft, understanding your …
Lombardi & Lombardi, P.A. is marking a significant milestone in the history of our firm as we celebrate our 50th anniversary. Since 1975, we have proudly assisted numerous clients across New Jersey in navigating complex personal injury, Workers’ Compensation, and employment legal matters. Our half-century of success is a testament to the dedication of the entire …
The term “soft tissue” describes practically anything in your body that is not bone. These soft tissues can include tendons, muscles, fat, and ligaments. Soft tissue can be injured just like any other part of your body, even though it may not fracture. Soft tissue injuries can still impact your life and impose significant costs …
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but it also brings increased risks on the road. Heavy traffic, unpredictable weather, and driver distractions make safe driving practices essential for protecting yourself and your loved ones. Why Is Holiday Driving More Dangerous? Holiday driving is riskier due to crowded roads and seasonal weather challenges. Many …
Residents and travelers in larger areas have come to rely upon rideshare services like Uber and Lyft for their convenience and ubiquity—but rideshare vehicles get into accidents, too, sometimes with dramatic consequences. If you need help covering your resulting medical bills or associated costs, you may not know what to do; the number of parties …
Plea bargains are an important element of the criminal justice system in New Jersey and across the U.S. The American Bar Association reports that approximately 98% of criminal convictions in the U.S. come from guilty pleas rather than from trials. Plea bargains help our justice system function efficiently by reducing the need for criminal trials …
Car accidents can lead to various leg injuries, ranging from mild to severe. These happen often due to the positioning of the lower body in a vehicle and the force of impact involved in collisions. These injuries often result from the lower legs being pinned, hit by loose objects, or jolted by the sudden stop …
Sleep apnea, a condition that affects the quality of your sleep, can cause serious consequences for drivers. Because of its impact on the quality of your rest, sleep apnea can impact your decision-making ability and alertness on the road, which endangers both you and others, possibly causing a car accident. If you suspect that you …
Car accidents are a leading cause of spinal cord injuries due to the intense force they exert on the body. These injuries can have long-term effects on mobility and sensation, making it crucial to understand the types of spinal injuries that can result from an accident. Below, we explain the most common spinal cord injuries …
Benefits All New Jerseyans This past August, Acting Governor Nicholas Scutari (who was serving in that position while Governor Phil Murphy was at the Democratic National Convention) signed into law S2822/A3986, which increases the contingency fee cap for attorneys in workers’ compensation cases from 20 percent to 25 percent. Scutari, the New Jersey Senate President …
