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Are Electronic Cigarettes Safe?
Millions of Americans are using electronic cigarettes to get their nicotine fix. Electronic cigarettes, also called e-cigs or e-cigarettes, use lithium-ion batteries to heat propylene glycol or vegetable glycerin into clouds of flavored vapor. For many former and current smokers,… Read More »
Six Things to Look for in a Personal Injury Attorney
There are a couple of ways to locate a good personal injury attorney. Consider asking friends, colleagues and family members for a referral. Check with your state bar association. You could use Google or listings such as lawyers.com. Referral services… Read More »
$2.275 Million Settlement for NJ Man Electrocuted on the Job
RED BANK, NJ October 9, 2018—Keefe Law Firm today announced that an electrician who sustained permanent injuries that scarred and disfigured multiple areas of his body when he was struck by 138,000 volts of electricity settled his matter for $2.275… Read More »
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The NJ Paid Sick Leave Act of 2018
On October 29, 2018 New Jersey will join many other states that require employers of all sizes to provide employees with up to 40 hours of paid sick leave during an employer established “benefit year”. Here is a snapshot of… Read More »
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Keefe Law Firm’s Jessica S. Allen Appointed to the NJ Supreme Court Committee on Women in the Courts
Jessica S. Allen, Counsel at Keefe Law Firm was recently appointed to the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on Women in the Courts as the New Jersey Women Lawyers Association’s representative for its 2018-2020 term. The purpose of the Committee… Read More »
Essex County Single Mom Awarded $1.5 Million in Auto Crash Settlement
September 17, 2018 (RED BANK, NJ)—Keefe Law Firm today announced that a plaintiff who sustained multiple injuries when the vehicle she was riding in was struck by a delivery van received a $1.5 million settlement under the Honorable Dennis F…. Read More »
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When Does Workplace Behavior Become a Discrimination Lawsuit?
When it comes to working in the state of New Jersey, employers have certain duties to their employees. One of those duties involves making the work environment feel safe. However, when the comments and actions of management or fellow employees… Read More »
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Can Social Media Lead to Employment Discrimination?
Do you know what it takes to be a state police officer here in New Jersey? It’s no easy task; the statewide force is very particular about who may join its ranks. And if a candidate behaves improperly they could… Read More »
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