How Safe is Your Bicycle Helmet? New System Rates the Best
Research on bicycle helmet use around the world found that helmets could reduce the risk of serious head trauma by up to 85 percent. A properly fitting bike helmet is...
Bergen County Heroes of the Month: Center for Food Action
The law office of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer, Graifman, Perlmutter & Carballo, P.C. is proud to support Center for Food Action! The Center for Food Action (CFA), founded in 1976, is a non-profit,...
Statute of Limitations for Paying Back Child Support
Under state laws, parents must financially support their child until they reach the “age of maturity,” which is 19 in New Jersey and 21 in New York. Once a child...
Lost Loads: Unsecured Truck Cargo Leads to Tens of Thousands of Crashes
On American roadways, passenger cars far outnumber commercial trucks but commercial trucks pose a greater risk of serious crashes. However, both commercial trucks and passenger vehicles can cause serious accidents...
Thousands Die Each Year Because They Don’t Buckle Up
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently rolled out a campaign, called “Click It or Ticket,” to remind drivers and passengers throughout the nation to wear seat belts....
Child Drownings Tragically on the Increase
As summer approaches, so does swimming season. Seventy percent of drowning incidents take place between May and August, so that also means the risk of water accidents is at a...
Do You Have to Pay Child Support for a Child in College?
No doubt about it, raising children brings immense financial responsibility. Often, the responsibility does not end when the child legally becomes an adult. If you are wondering whether you need...
Coping with Divorce: 5 Strategies That Work
Divorce is a significant life event that has the potential to turn your world upside down. Daily routines are upset and stress levels can skyrocket during this unsettling time. Some...
Fatal Falls Among Elderly Up 30%
Among the elderly, falls can be a major factor that determines quality of life. Federal statistics show that among those over age 65, about one in every four experiences a...
