Category Archive: Legal News

Landmark verdict could have wide-reaching implications for ride share industry

HACKENSACK, N.J., Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A jury has awarded former New York Rangers player Brandon Crawley $19 million following a lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc. Crawley sued the ride share company after sustaining career-ending injuries when his Uber driver swerved off the road and crashed into a utility pole on Christmas Day 2018. “This verdict is not just a victory for Brandon, but a victory for everyone in New Jersey who relies on read more

NJ Juries Recognize the Severe Impact of a Traumatic Brain Injury

A recent Hunterdon County jury verdict sends a powerful message: even when an injured person appears to have made a strong recovery, New Jersey juries understand that a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have permanent, life-altering consequences. On November 21, 2025, a jury awarded $15,500,000 to 30-year-old electrician’s helper Kyle Lauck, who suffered a TBI after he was struck by flying metal debris at a construction site. While Lauck has worked hard to rebuild his life; read more

Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. Obtains $307,933.00 Recovery

As published in Verdict Search: Yafar vs Paramus BOE VS report A bus crash can be surprisingly serious, resulting in costly injuries and financial losses that affect your life in many ways. If you have been a victim of a bus crash in New Jersey, you need a bus accident lawyer who will take your accident and injuries seriously and fight for the full compensation you deserve. At Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., our New Jersey bus accident attorneys have a track record of success read more

State lawmakers in New Jersey are actively working to address the significant judicial shortages in the state. The need for more judges has become increasingly apparent due to the growing backlog of cases in the court system. However, recent efforts have shown promising signs of improvement. When you have a legal case, a judicial shortage can extend the time it takes to reach a resolution and obtain legal relief. However, you can often increase your chances of an efficient outcome with representation from an experienced New Jersey personal injury read more

Whether you have a personal injury claim in New York, New Jersey, or Florida, you need to show negligence and must file a claim within a certain amount of time. To file a claim, you need to understand the state law where the claim is being filed. Each state has established guidelines for submitting a claim and filing lawsuits that involve personal injury. Personal injury can include negligence related to car accidents, medical malpractice, construction incidents, slip-and-falls, and dog bites. Reach out to an experienced fall injury lawyer from read more

Every day, there are millions of cars on the roads in New Jersey. Within this highly-populated state where commuters rely on their vehicles for transportation, it is common for accidents to happen. For this reason, many people look for advanced safety features when considering the purchase of a new vehicle. With all of the cars on the market, one of the first questions that comes up when buying a car is whether an SUV or a sedan is a safer option. In either case, an accident might still cause injuries, and you should never hesitate to contact a car read more

Injuries can happen anywhere, and when a serious injury happens when you are at your job, the situation can be especially stressful. In some cases, workers might worry that they will be fired if they cannot perform their jobs after a short-term or long-term injury. In some scenarios, these fears come true, after an injury heightens the emotional and financial challenges workers face. Fortunately, injury laws in New York have been designed to protect the worker who has been injured on the job. If you believe you have been wrongfully fired, speak with read more

New Jersey Motorcycle Events

Motorcycle enthusiasts understand one another, so it is natural for them to gather together for various motorcycle events throughout the year. New Jersey has its fair share of motorcycle events, and many people will come out to enjoy various festivities, charity functions, group rides, and more. Along with motorcycle events often come increased risks that someone will suffer injuries in an accident. Other drivers might not be aware of these events, and they might act negligently and hit a motorcyclist before, read more