On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Same-Sex Couples on Thursday, July 30, 2015. Although New Jersey has recognized same-sex marriages for a number of years, the June 2015 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court may have far-reaching implications that can affect state laws across the country. In particular, this decision may […]
Archives for July 2015
Painkiller addiction and workers’ compensation
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Thursday, July 30, 2015. Injured workers in New Jersey often receive narcotic or opioid painkillers when they are injured on the job, allowing them to manage their pain and continue to be more productive during their recovery. However, this approach can lead […]
Dad seeks custody after children were sent to juvenile detention
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Child Custody on Monday, July 20, 2015. New Jersey parents who are going through a divorce may be interested to learn that a Michigan father filed for full custody of his three children on July 15 after they refused to see him. According to the […]
Safety protocols for health care workers are being resisted
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Monday, July 20, 2015. Nursing professionals in New Jersey hospitals can be affected by many on-the-job hazards, but the implementation of new standards to protect these workers can be difficult. One of the most contentious issues has been the establishment of safety […]
Substance abuse and child custody cases
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Child Custody on Friday, July 17, 2015. Many people in New Jersey have the mistaken belief that a parent has a substance abuse problem will automatically be barred from getting custody rights with a child. While the courts will look at a history of substance […]
Making hazmat operations safer
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Wednesday, July 15, 2015. In New Jersey and around the country, accidents involving hazardous materials are a serious risk to the public. The reality of the situation is that very little is being done by the government or by hazardous chemicals manufacturers […]
The dangers of drinking and texting
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. Motorists in New Jersey may benefit from learning more about some of the significant dangers associated with teenage drivers. The two main risks associated with these types of motorists is driving under the influence of alcohol and […]
Study reveals the high risks of recycling work
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Workers’ Compensation on Monday, July 6, 2015. A recent study into workplace injuries reveals that workers in the recycling industry in New Jersey and around the country are involved in accidents while on the job more than twice as often as other American workers. The […]
Same-sex marriage decision not an end to legal disputes
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Same-Sex Couples on Thursday, July 2, 2015. Same-sex couples in New Jersey and across the nation are celebrating the recent Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage that follows in the wake of numerous state legalization and federal recognition. Despite the fact that same-sex marriages have […]