Subscribe to Blog
JDSupra RSS
Join us on LinkedInShowing 25 posts by Justin K. Weeks.
How to File a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Claim
Military veterans, civilian workers, and their family members who lived on or worked at Camp Lejeune during the period August 1953 to December 1987 are at increased risk of illness from water contamination on the base and may be entitled to financial compensation. More ›
ShareWhat Workers' Compensation Benefits are You Entitled to in Delaware?
In the unfortunate event that you are injured at work, it is crucial to understand the benefits you are entitled to under Delaware workers' compensation law, and how to access them. When you are dealing with an injury, mounting medical bills, and unpaid leave, you may need financial support without delay to be able to provide for yourself and your family. The workers' compensation attorneys at Morris James can help with this. More ›
ShareWho Can Be Sued in a Negligent Security Lawsuit?
A negligent security case arises when a person is the victim of a crime on someone else’s property due to the failure of the property owner to maintain reasonable security measures. Several different types of defendants could be liable, including business owners, landlords, property managers, and security companies that may owe a duty of care to the injured victim. As you navigate this complex area of premises liability, it is helpful to understand who the typical defendants are in a negligent security action. More ›
ShareNegligent Security: Are you an Invitee, Licensee, or Trespasser, and Why Does It Matter?
A negligent security claim is a type of premises liability claim. Premises liability laws vary slightly from state to state, but generally categorize visitors to a property into three groups: invitee, licensee, and trespasser. In this article, we look at the different types of visitor to a property and how that affects a property owner’s liability in a negligent security lawsuit. More ›
ShareA Closer Look at Traffic Accidents in Delaware
Every year, the Delaware State Police publish an Annual Traffic Statistical Report which provides details about the accidents, drivers, vehicles, conditions, causes, and other relevant information from across the state for the preceding year. In this article, the Morris James car accident attorneys take a closer look at the traffic accident statistics for Delaware for 2022, and what we can learn from them. More ›
ShareUnderstanding Car Insurance After an Accident
Car accidents, unfortunately, are a common occurrence, and navigating the aftermath can be confusing and stressful. A vital part of this process involves understanding how car insurance works after an accident. More ›
ShareUnderstanding Compensation in Negligent Security Lawsuits
When you enter a property, the property owner owes you a legal duty of care to protect you from dangerous and unsafe conditions. If you are injured in an attack while you are on the property which could have been prevented by adequate security measures, you may be entitled to financial compensation from the property owner. More ›
ShareWhat is Happening in the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuits?
Although the tragedy of the Camp Lejeune toxic water contamination goes back decades, the current litigation is only in its earliest stages. Some claimants are starting to file administrative claims with JAG’s Tort Claims Units (which must be filed by August 2024 at the latest.) Others are in the 6 month waiting period after filing an administrative claim, and before filing a civil lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Those who have already filed a civil lawsuit in federal court are stalled in legal processes while the court tries to manage the huge caseload of over 1,000 Camp Lejeune cases to date. As far as we are aware, no settlements have been reached yet in the Camp Lejeune litigation. More ›
ShareMajor Update in the Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Contamination Litigation: the Elective Option
The Department of the Navy is offering an expedited resolution process for Camp Lejeune water contamination victims. While this may be a quicker way for injured victims to get compensation, it is not the best option for all claimants. More ›
ShareTexting While Driving - What Are The Rules in Delaware?
Texting while driving is a huge concern for Delaware lawmakers and citizens. Every year, too many people are killed and seriously injured by distracted driving on our roads. More ›
ShareMass Tort FAQs
Mass torts, class action, and multidistrict litigation are terms that are often heard but maybe not as often understood. We have put together some of the questions that we frequently hear in relation to mass torts to help you understand more about these lawsuits. More ›
SharePhiladelphia Negligent Security Cases Highlight Liability For Crimes On Business Premises
In two high-profile negligent security cases recently filed in the Philadelphia courts, McDonald’s and Pat’s King of Steaks are being sued in connection with fatal attacks on their premises. We look at the legal issues in these cases. More ›
ShareWhat Happened at Camp Lejeune?
Camp Lejeune is a United States Marine Corps base located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. For decades, the base was contaminated with harmful chemicals that affected as many as one million servicemen and women, civilian staff, and their families who lived there. The situation remained unresolved for years, causing many people to suffer serious health problems, including cancers, birth defects, and neurological problems. Now, the victims of Camp Lejeune are taking legal action to bring those responsible for these atrocities to justice. More ›
ShareWho is Eligible for the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit?
The Camp Lejeune water contamination is a notorious and tragic event that has affected countless military personnel and their families. From 1953 to 1987, the drinking water at Camp Lejeune, a United States Marine Corps base, was contaminated with hazardous chemicals, including benzene, trichloroethylene (TCE), and perchloroethylene (PCE). As a result, many people developed serious illnesses and cancers, leading to a wave of lawsuits and legal actions. More ›
ShareWhat are Common Injuries in a Motorcycle Accident?
The injuries sustained by victims of motorcycle accidents can range from minor wounds to fatalities. While a car or truck passenger has some protection in the vehicle and its safety features, a motorcyclist only has their helmet and protective gear. In an accident, a motorcyclist can be thrown or dragged without anything between their bodies and the road. This often leads to severe and life-changing injuries. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact one of our experienced motorcycle accident attorneys online or at 302.655.2599 to find out how we can help you. More ›
Share