Monthly Archives: February 2023
60 Minutes: More Than 1,200 Parents Now Suing Social Media Companies For Harming Mental Health Of Their Children
On December 11th, 2022, 60 Minutes released an important story on the mental health lawsuits—now more than 1,200 nationwide—that parents of children and teenagers are filing against major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. We represent families in social media lawsuits. Here, our New York & New Jersey Meta lawsuit attorneys discuss… Read More »
Wage Theft Is A Far Larger Problem Than Many People Realize
Employees work hard for their money. You deserve to be paid fairly (and in full) for the hours that you put in. After all, no business or organization can succeed without the contributions from its employees. Unfortunately, too many companies effectively steal wages from their workers. The problem of wage theft is far larger… Read More »
How To Prepare For Divorce Mediation In New Jersey
Divorce is a reality of life for many in our region. Research cited by the American Psychological Association (APA) shows that around 45 percent of U.S. marriages end in divorce. A marital separation is hard. It can take an emotional toll on a person. That being said, a divorce does not have to become… Read More »
Speeding Truckers Cause Accident: What To Know About Your Rights
Large commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds in New Jersey. The immense size of tractor trailers make them an inherent safety hazard. Truckers and truck companies must always operate in the safest possible manner. A speeding truck driver is a negligent truck driver. They are putting other people at risk. Here, our… Read More »
California Parents Sue Meta After Teenage Daughter Tragically Took Her Own Life (Exposed To Video Of Faux-Hanging)
According to reporting from Yahoo News, California parents have filed a lawsuit against Meta. Tragically, their teenage daughter took her own life after watching a video that depicted a woman hanging herself. It is the latest lawsuit filed by parents against the social media giant. Here, our New York & New Jersey Meta lawsuit… Read More »
Disability Discrimination: Four Myths About Reasonable Accommodations
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that applies to all employers with 15 or more employees. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) is a state law that also prohibits disability discrimination and applies to many smaller employers. Not only do the ADA and the LAD bar direct discrimination against… Read More »
Bicyclist Killed In Tragic Collision In Monmouth County, New Jersey
According to a press release from the Office of the Monmouth County Prosecutor, a bicyclist from Ocean Township, NJ was killed in a tragic motor vehicle collision. Li Wang, 62, was killed in a crash with a box truck after the truck made an unsafe left-hand turn. Here, our Monmouth County bicycle accident lawyer… Read More »
What To Know About Prevailing Wage Laws In New Jersey
Employees work hard for their pay. In New Jersey, employees are guaranteed to make at least the state-mandated minimum wage. Some people employed on certain public projects may actually be entitled to make even more than that as a guaranteed minimum. This is because our state has a prevailing wage law. In this article,… Read More »