On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Child Custody on Thursday, January 19, 2017. In most cases, divorced parents must set aside their personal feelings about each other and behave in ways that are in the best interests of their children. This might mean having to take them at their word when they […]
How employers can help prevent suspension trauma
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Thursday, January 12, 2017. For New Jersey employees who are required to work at great heights, having fall arrest personal safety equipment in place is crucial to keeping them safe in the event of a fall. However, this equipment poses some risks. […]
OSHA proposes changes to hearing loss rules
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. New Jersey residents may be interested to learn about a recent OSHA proposal regarding hearing loss on the job. This proposal would clarify that hearing loss must be considered work-related if work played a role in contributing to […]
NHTSA proposes systems that would prevent cell phone use
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Truck Accidents on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. New Jersey roadways might become safer if some new proposed recommendations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are implemented. The proposals are not mandatory, but they could help to reduce the risk of accidents caused by drivers […]
The most dangerous jobs for American men
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Friday, January 6, 2017. New Jersey residents may be interested to learn that the number of fatal injuries for civilian workers increased in 2015, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The most dangerous jobs were spread over 10 particular industries, […]
Reducing the risk of repetitive stress injuries
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Repetitive stress injuries, such as tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome, are very common in workers employed in mass production and manufacturing industries in New Jersey and around the country. To help reduce the risk of developing these conditions, […]
Will child support rule survive a Trump administration?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Child Support on Friday, December 30, 2016. Prisoners in New Jersey and elsewhere across the nation could soon find relief from the possible need to address large child support balances following release from incarceration, but it is unclear just how long the pathway to such relief […]
Final rule regarding recordkeeping is issued
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. Workers in New Jersey should know that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued a final rule that clarifies employers’ continuous obligation to create and maintain information regarding workplace illnesses and injuries. The rule includes only compliance […]
Is the Snapchat speed filter dangerous?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents on Wednesday, December 21, 2016. Safety experts fear the Snapchat speed filter is encouraging dangerous driving in New Jersey and across the U.S. The filter has been linked to car crashes over the last two years. In late October, a 22-year-old Florida […]
How to reduce workplace safety risks
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Monday, December 19, 2016. Workplace safety is a concern of employees and employers in New Jersey. It’s important for both to understand how insurance companies assess the workplace risks associated with improving occupational safety and lessening costs. During the past 10 years, […]
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