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Knowing OSHA’s injury and illness record-keeping guidelines
OSHA has specific guidelines when it comes to recording workplace injuries and illnesses on its Form 300. Employers in New Jersey should know that while these guidelines are clear, there are many distinctions to keep in mind. To start with the obvious, OSHA requires...
Employers get help in knowing what to record on OSHA’s Form 300
OSHA has a log of work-related injuries and illnesses called Form 300, and the organization requires employers in New Jersey and across the U.S. to record certain incidents on it. These include incidents where an injury leads to medical treatment beyond first aid....
Study shows fatal crash numbers go up after switch to DST
Every year when we spring forward to daylight saving time in New Jersey, you may feel drowsy for several days afterward. This is to be expected, but unfortunately, the loss of one hour of sleep can have fatal consequences for some, especially on the road. Fatal...
Fatal car crashes more frequent in first week of DST
Residents of New Jersey will want to take care that they do not drive drowsy after the spring switch to daylight saving time. DST has long been considered a factor in drowsy driving since it takes away an hour of sleep and disrupts everyone's sleep schedule, but a new...
Dubious psychological tests presented in court
When people in New Jersey face criminal charges, they may come up against even more problems in the courtroom. According to researchers, many of the psychological, IQ and other evaluation tests taken into account by courts may have little scientific basis, if any....
How confident are you when talking to the police?
When you come in contact with the police, do you feel confident that you know how to handle yourself? Whether it's a traffic stop or an officer at the door, you want to know how to talk to them.First and foremost, remember that you often have a right to remain silent....
Anger can lead to police overreactions
The reason that we feel anger is because it's a natural response. When you feel threatened in some way, anger powers an aggressive and often selfish mindset. For most people, this is a common response even to a mild issue -- like getting stuck in a traffic jam on the...
Domestic violence allegations: a serious threat to your future
Allegations of domestic abuse are serious, even if you know they are not true. This is why it is important for you to take your case seriously, if you find yourself dealing with this type of allegation. There is a lot at stake, and it is in your interests to move...
Red-light running allegedly leads to accident
A serious accident in New Jersey recently happened because, police allege, one of the drivers ran a red light.The crash took place on Sunday, Jan. 5, right around 7:00 p.m. It happened on Route 70, in Brick Township, and involved a 24-year-old man and a 58-year-old...
Why does workers’ compensation get denied?
You get injured and file for workers' compensation. You feel like you should get it. You clearly cannot work while you recover, and you have serious medical bills to consider.However, your claim gets denied. The first step to take is to figure out why it happened....
