The fact that a product caused injury or death to a person does not in and of itself, automatically mean the victim has a viable legal claim. The injured victim must be able to demonstrate that the product was “defective” and that the “defect” in the product caused the injury to the person. The term “defective” is legal terminology that essentially means that the product is “unreasonably dangerous” for its intended or foreseeable uses.

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Our New Jersey and Pennsylvania truck accident lawyers want you to feel safe on our nation’s roads. It is imperative that you are educated in what to look for to avoid a trucking accident.

Like car accidents, truck accidents can occur due to a wide variety of reasons, including:

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Generally, in order to have a successful outcome in your premises liability case, there are four points that must be proven by your attorney:

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Save The Product! When an injury or death is caused by the defective or dangerous condition of a product, it is absolutely critical that you preserve the product. This is tremendously important because, in most situations, the loss of or failure to preserve the product will result in the inability for you to prove your case that the product is defective and could ultimately lead to the dismissal of any claim.

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Longshoreman and other maritime employees are exposed to unique job hazards on a daily basis. It is important to understand and follow posted safety instructions and to arrive at work alert and prepared for the day to avoid injury.

Standard Safety Regulations

Hard hats, seatbelts, visibility vests, and other safety equipment are provided for a reason. Statistics show that proper use of these items can help longshoremen and other workers prevent accidents or protect themselves if an accident occurs. Similarly, it is important to obey all posted speed limits and other traffic control devices to minimize the potential for injuries and accidents.

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If you have been injured, there are a few very important steps that you must take in order to protect your legal rights to recover under the Jones Act in the future. These are as follows:

Report The Accident – If an accident occurs, you must immediately report the accident to your employer, supervisor, or other designated person. You should make sure that the accident report is complete and accurate. If there was a dangerous condition or problem that caused or contributed to your injury, then state it on the accident report and photograph it if at all possible. Get a copy of what you signed.

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While there is no fool-proof way to avoid an accident, our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and New Jersey car accident lawyers believe that there are many steps you can take to improve your chances of arriving at your destination safely:

While driving, you should remain focused on the road and be watching for potential hazards. Distractions like children, conversation with other passengers or on your cell phone, playing with the radio, and eating can all limit your ability to react to any obstacles that arise.

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