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November 25, 2025

Black Friday brings intense crowds, long lines, and fast-moving shoppers to stores across New Jersey. As people hurry inside with coffee, umbrellas, and shopping carts, store entrances often become slippery. Water from rain or frost, spilled drinks, and soaked floor mats can all create hazardous conditions. Unfortunately, many slip and fall accidents happen before customers even make it into the store. If you slip on a wet entrance while Black Friday shopping, knowing what to do immediately afterward can help protect both your health and your legal rights. Why Black Friday Makes Store Entrances More Dangerous The entrance of a…

November 23, 2025

Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days in New Jersey, drawing thousands of people to malls, shopping centers, and big-box stores long before sunrise. While many shoppers expect crowds and long lines inside the stores, the real danger often starts outside in the parking lot. Heavy traffic, distracted drivers, and chaotic foot traffic create unpredictable situations that can lead to serious injuries. Understanding how these hazards develop and what to do after an accident can help keep you informed and protected. Why Black Friday Parking Lots Become So Dangerous Parking lots are already high-risk locations because drivers and…

November 19, 2025

Overnight Thanksgiving drives are common across New Jersey as families head out after work, finish cooking prep, or travel late to avoid heavy holiday traffic. While nighttime travel may seem easier and less crowded, it also comes with a serious risk: driver fatigue. Drowsy driving plays a role in thousands of crashes every year, and overnight holiday travel is one of the times when that risk increases the most. Fortunately, knowing how to recognize driver fatigue and prevent it can help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Why Thanksgiving Overnight Travel Creates a Higher Driver Fatigue…

November 13, 2025

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times of the year, especially for families driving in and out of New Jersey. Highways become crowded, local roads slow down, and weather conditions can shift quickly as November temperatures drop. Although heavy holiday traffic is expected, many drivers are not fully prepared for how stressful and unpredictable Thanksgiving travel can be. Taking time to prepare before getting behind the wheel can make your Thanksgiving trip safer and much less overwhelming. Why Thanksgiving Traffic Requires Extra Preparation Thanksgiving travel creates a mix of conditions that do not exist during a typical commute. Drivers…

November 5, 2025

Most people think personal injury cases depend only on the facts of the accident. While the circumstances certainly play a major role, the time of year can also influence what happens after an injury. Holiday travel season, in particular, brings heavier traffic, higher crash rates, and delays throughout the claims process. These seasonal factors can affect everything from how your injuries are documented to how quickly your case moves forward. Understanding how timing impacts your personal injury claim can help you protect your rights during busy travel periods like Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. Why Holiday Travel Creates More Personal…

October 30, 2025

Halloween is a time for costumes, parties, and celebrations, but it’s also one of the most dangerous nights of the year for drunk driving. When alcohol is involved, a fun night out can turn tragic in seconds. Each year, law enforcement agencies across New Jersey report an increase in DUI accidents around Halloween, many of which involve drivers leaving bars or restaurants after being served too much alcohol. That raises an important legal question: Can bar owners be held liable for overserving alcohol to someone who later causes a DUI accident? Under New Jersey…

October 28, 2025

As the temperatures drop and leaves begin to fall, many riders in New Jersey still take to the roads to enjoy the crisp air and colorful scenery. But as beautiful as autumn can be, the season brings unique challenges that can increase your chances of being involved in a motorcycle accident. From slick leaves to reduced daylight, understanding how fall weather changes affect road safety can help riders stay alert and help victims know when negligence might have played a role in their fall motorcycle accident. At Team Law, our personal injury…

October 21, 2025

Fall in New Jersey means pumpkin patches, hayrides, and corn mazes, all of which are popular ways for families to enjoy the season. But behind the fun, there’s also potential for danger. Every year, visitors are injured at seasonal attractions because of unsafe conditions or poor supervision. Whether it’s a slippery walkway, broken fencing, or malfunctioning ride, a farm injury can quickly turn a fun day into a painful and stressful experience. If you’re hurt at a farm, corn maze, or other agritourism event, knowing what to do next can protect your health and your legal rights. At…

October 14, 2025

Halloween is one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year. From costume displays to elaborate decorations, stores across New Jersey go all out to create a festive experience for customers. But when lighting or props aren’t properly maintained, they can turn dangerous, leading to trips, burns, electrical shocks, or other injuries. When this happens, it may give rise to a premises liability claim. At Team Law, we’ve seen how easily unsafe conditions in retail spaces can cause serious harm. Understanding when a store may be legally responsible for an injury can…

October 7, 2025

A burn injury can change your life in an instant. Beyond the pain and physical trauma, victims often face long hospital stays, permanent scarring, and emotional distress that can last a lifetime. When a burn occurs because someone else was careless, such as an employer, landlord, manufacturer, or driver, the law allows victims to seek financial recovery through a personal injury claim. At Team Law, we help victims of all types of burn injuries, including catastrophic burns, to understand their legal options and fight for the compensation they need to…