Archive for July 2021
Senior Partner Nick Papain Mentioned on FOX News Regarding VCF Deadline
Many people do not realize that registering with the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP) and the Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) are separate processes. Experienced VCF lawyer, Nick Papain, recently mentioned on FOX News that he is getting calls from “clients – first responders in particular – who were certified for a particular illness more…
Read MoreFatal Tesla Accident Prompts Demand for Increased Autopilot Regulations
Following yet another fatal crash involving a Tesla self-driving vehicle, many scrutinize the degree of regulations surrounding the Autopilot feature as well as the company’s marketing tactics. Below, the New Jersey and New York auto accident lawyers at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. detail the recent incident and whether or not particular…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions About Work Injury Law
If you were injured during a work-related accident, you may not know where to begin regarding understanding your rights as an employee, taking legal action and beginning your journey to obtaining compensation. The sooner that you report a workplace injury, the better your chances for receiving the financial reward you need and deserve. There are…
Read MoreElectric Car Batteries May Pose Greater Risk of Fires
In May, a fatal driverless Tesla crash that occurred in Houston prompted scrutiny of the company’s Autopilot feature and the marketing around it. This tragic outcome led to an unsettling finding—the crash that killed the two men sparked a tremendous electrical fire that took hours to extinguish, compared to just minutes it would take to…
Read MoreHow Construction Workers Can Avoid OSHA’s Fatal Four: Struck-By Hazards
It isn’t a secret that construction workers have dangerous jobs. Every day, they are faced with laborious work that is not without its share of safety hazards. While rare, some job site hazards can even be fatal. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, has determined what is the “Fatal Four,” or what is…
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