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Michael Jackson Wrongful Death Lawsuit Set to Begin

The untimely loss of a loved one can be a devastating life event. New Jersey residents who have gone through the trauma and loss often wonder why the accident or event had to occur, or if there was anything that could have been done to stop it. Accidents can happen at anytime and anyplace. However, when a death is a result of another person's negligence or mistake, it is difficult to fathom and difficult to forget.

Much speculation has been made over the civil trial that is about to take place in the death of pop legend, Michael Jackson. The wrongful death case was brought by Jackson's mother, and was filed against concert promoters AEG Live. Katherine Jackson is seeking $40 billion in damages.

Asbestos-Related Death Results in Premises Liability Lawsuit

New Jersey residents who have been injured while on another's land understand the need for proper compensation for any injuries sustained. An accident or injury can cause both physical and financial damage, and leave a victim burdened. A premises liability lawsuit can provide a victim a monetary award for the damages and injuries sustained.

Wells Fargo Typo Victim's Friends File Wrongful Death Suit

New Jersey residents who have lost a loved one or close friend understand the devastation and heartbreak that the loss brings. When the loss is a result of another person's negligence, it is almost unbearable. In such cases, family members sometimes resort to filing a wrongful death suit.

Bristol-Myers Avoids Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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New Jersey residents who have lost a loved one understand how emotionally devastating and difficult the loss can be. When the loss is a result of negligence or poor decisions of another person that could have been prevented, there can be many unanswered questions.

Recently, a class action for a wrongful death was dismissed by a federal judge after the suit failed to meet the statute of limitations. The wrongful death lawsuit was brought against Bristol-Myers Squibb by the families of 24 New Jersey residents who allegedly died as a result of toxic exposure to substances near the New Brunswick plant. The judge dismissed the claims stating that the plaintiffs had missed their deadline to file the claim.

Wrongful Death Suit Filed After Teen Shot and Killed by Police

New Jersey residents understand that the loss of a loved one can be one of the most emotionally difficult and devastating events in life. When a loved one is killed in an accident that could have been avoided, or where another person is at fault, many questions may remain unanswered, including whether it could have been avoided.

In 2011, a teenager was fatally shot by police. As a result of the shooting, the teen's girlfriend, and mother of the couple's infant child, has filed a wrongful death suit.

First Wrongful Death Lawsuit Settled by Toyota

New Jersey residents who drive recognize the reliance placed upon their vehicles to get them to everyday obligations, trips or important events. However, sometimes a vehicle can alter a person's life forever.

Recently, Toyota has reached an agreement with the family of two people killed after their Toyota vehicle hit a wall in 2010. While financial terms were not disclosed, this is just the first of hundreds of wrongful death and injury suits brought against the company as a result of acceleration problems in models of their cars.

Pharmacy Company Linked to Meningitis Outbreak Files Bankruptcy

New England Compounding Center ("NECC"), a Framingham, Massachusetts pharmacy company which has been linked to a deadly nationwide meningitis outbreak, has filed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case.

New Jersey Continues to Have a High Foreclosure Rate

New Jersey is second only to Florida in the largest percentage of foreclosure inventory, according to The Star-Ledger.

Wrongful Death Suit Brought Against Energy Drink Company

New Jersey residents who have lost a loved one often search for answers in an attempt to bring closure to their loss. Occasionally, the reason for a death can prompt family members to file a wrongful death claim. Recently, popular energy drinks have drawn negative attention for their possible side effects and even death.

Overpriced Parking Lots Find Financial Trouble

Bronx Parking Development Company operates the parking lots around Yankee Stadium, and even with significant cost to park there (as much as $58) the Company may be forced into filing for bankruptcy. The Company has defaulted on nearly $240 million of its bonds. Fans are finding less expensive alternatives such as the subway.