Category: CONSUMER NEWS

Amputation Injury: Workers’ Comp Waiting Time

According to Public Health Watch, seven US workers a day had workplace accidents that ended in amputations or led to them over a decade. Workplace safety experts expect amputation rates to worsen under the Trump administration.

More than half the amputations were the result of bone loss, ranging from fingers and toes to arms, legs, hands, or even multiple limbs. The rest were mostly fingertip amputations. 20% of these injuries require hospitalization and can lead to permanent nerve issues.

An injured worker’s hospital bills keep piling up when faced with an amputation case. Normally, workers who are under this kind of situation have questions about how long it would take to receive the benefits under the workers’ compensation program.

One of the most important aspects of workers’ compensation is the waiting period. This time requirement is different across states. Knowledge of what the waiting period for workers’ compensation is in Arizona and other states will help a person determine his or her next steps.

Let’s find out how these waiting periods affect the outcome of an amputation injury case.

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Coming in July New E-bike Requirements, Includes Having Insurance, License

William E. Cleary Sr. | Cleary’s Notebook News

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (May 31, 2026)(CNBNews)–Electric scooters and electric bikes have flooded into Gloucester City and surrounding towns, and the results are becoming harder to ignore. What began as a convenient way to get around has quickly turned into a safety problem for anyone who uses our sidewalks, jogging paths, or neighborhood streets responsibly.

The danger isn’t theoretical. On my daily walks with Sweetie, I’ve had kids on these motorized bikes come up behind us without a sound. These machines make no noise, so you can’t hear them approaching until they’re already on top of you. More than once, a rider has blown past us at high speed, leaving no time to react. In one instance, a teenager on an e‑bike came straight at the dog and me, expecting us to move aside. I was forced to step off the path or be hit. That’s not “sharing the road”—that’s intimidation.

Recently, we also heard of an electric scooter allegedly striking a pedestrian at the Johnson Boulevard Jogging Track in Gloucester City. That didn’t surprise us. We’ve watched riders whip around that park as if safety rules apply only to someone else. Not long after, we saw a motorbike racing down the sidewalk toward the Market Street Wawa before cutting directly into oncoming traffic. These aren’t isolated incidents—they’re part of a growing pattern of reckless behavior that puts innocent people at risk.

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Marijuana and Teens

Many teenagers try marijuana and some use it regularly. Teenage marijuana use is at its highest level in 30 years, and today’s teens are more likely to use marijuana than tobacco. Many states allow recreational use of marijuana in adults ages 21 and over. Recreational marijuana use by children and teenagers is not legal in anywhere in the United States. Today’s marijuana plants are grown differently than in the past and can contain two to three times more tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the ingredient that makes people high. The ingredient of the marijuana plant thought to have some medical benefits, cannabidiol (CBD), has not increased and remains at about 1%. 

There are many ways people can use marijuana. This can make it harder for parents to watch for use in their child. These include:

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Are There Exceptions to Malpractice Deadlines?

Medical malpractice remains a significant issue in the United States healthcare system. Research published by Johns Hopkins Medicine estimated that medical errors may contribute to more than 250,000 deaths annually in the U.S., making them one of the leading causes of death nationwide. 

Delayed diagnosis, surgical mistakes, and medication errors are among the most common causes of malpractice claims. Medical malpractice statute of limitations are strict legal deadlines for patients to file a lawsuit right after an injury is discovered. 

It is possible to pause or delay the filing period, but there are conditions to be met. Let’s understand when malpractice deadlines can be extended to help injured patients protect their right to seek compensation for their suffering.

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How Can You Fight a Sex Crime Charge?

Sex crime cases remain a significant part of the U.S. criminal justice system. And unfortunately, there are reports of tens of thousands of rape and sexual assaults annually in the US, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Worse still, experts believe that there are still many incidents that go unreported. 

Those who are accused of the crime face one of the most serious criminal charges a person can face in the US. You will face a jail term, hefty fines, compulsory registration as a sexual offender, housing and employment constraints, and a tarnished reputation in the community.

Accused individuals need defensive strategies to fight the charge, according to Nassau County sex crime lawyer Michael D. Elkin. But first, you may need to secure legal representation to ensure your rights are protected from the start.

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From Recalls To Recourse: A Consumer’s Guide To Holding Companies Accountable When They Cause Harm

Every week, another company quietly pulls a product from shelves. A drug manufacturer adds a new warning label. A bank pays a fine. A car maker issues a recall. Most consumers see the headlines, shrug, and move on. The story sounds far away from their own lives.

It usually is not.

If you have been injured by a product, harmed by a medication, exposed in a data breach, or charged improperly by a financial company, you may have recourse you did not know existed. The system that converts corporate misconduct into actual compensation for the people affected is not advertised by the companies involved, for obvious reasons. But it is real, it is used by millions of Americans every year, and it does not require you to be a lawyer to navigate.

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Letter to the Editor: NJ 4th in the nation for distracted driving and deaths

Hi William,

New Jersey ranks 4th in the nation for distracted driving in Zutobi’s newly released 2026 Distracted Driving Report — and recorded the largest single-year increase in distracted driving deaths of any state in the country.

In 2024, 221 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver in New Jersey — up 28.5% from 172 in 2023. 42% of all crashes in New Jersey involved a distracted driver, one of the highest shares in the nation.

What makes this particularly striking is the policy context. New Jersey has banned handheld cellphone use while driving since 2003 — one of the first states in the country to do so — and treats it as a primary offense, meaning police can pull drivers over for phone use alone. Despite over two decades of legislation and fines of up to $800 for repeat offenders, distracted driving deaths rose by nearly a third in a single year.

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What Do Bowlers Wear? Essential Bowling Attire Guide

Bowlers wear comfortable, flexible clothing that allows full range of motion. Casual bowlers typically wear jeans or athletic pants with t-shirts and rental shoes. League bowlers invest in performance bowling jerseys, specialized pants, and personal bowling shoes. Competitive bowlers require tournament-approved attire including collared bowling shirts and dress pants.

Whether you’re heading to the lanes for your first game or preparing for league play, knowing what do bowlers wear makes a difference. This guide covers bowling attire essentials from casual recreational wear to competitive tournament standards, helping you choose the right outfit for your bowling level.

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A Hidden Driver of Small Businesses’ Soaring Health Costs

By Karen Kerrigan

Small business owners are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of health care. Nearly a third have stopped offering health benefits as premiums continue to climb.

It is critical that lawmakers understand the reasons for rising costs and begin to address them – or small businesses will continue to drop health coverage due to unsustainable costs. One of these reasons is hospitals’ exploitation of a little-known federal charity program. Without reforms, that program will continue to drive up costs for small businesses and the self-employed.

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