Law Offices of Robert Olkowitz, P.C.

If you drive a car, truck or motorcycle on a regular basis, chances are that you will be involved in at least one accident in your lifetime…more

Auto accidents happen for a variety reasons, including speeding, tailgating, driver distraction and reckless driving. Yet what you might not realize is that car accidents are sometimes caused by vehicle manufacturers…more

Dog attacks can be terrifying. In addition, depending on the size of the dog and the age of the victim, they can be fatal…more

Slip and fall accidents can cause serious back and head injuries and even death. If you suffer a slip and fall injury and believe someone else is to blame, it is in your best interests to speak with an experienced lawyer as soon…more

You’ve been in an accident and suffered a serious injury. All you want is to obtain compensation so you can recover and move on with your life. Do you really need a car accident lawyer?…more

Everyone who has ever watched TV must know that if they are ever arrested, they have the right to remain silent. The U.S. Supreme Court acknowledged in the landmark Miranda case that average citizens, when confronted by police…more

The founding principle of workers compensation is that an employee injured on the job can receive compensation regardless of whether the employer was at fault in any way. But what if the employer thinks the employee is at fault?…more

Patients who are unhappy with the outcome of their medical treatment often feel angry, frustrated, and betrayed by their doctor. They may blame the doctor for creating unrealistic expectations about the treatment, or feel that…more

Close to one million people in America live in nursing homes or other assisted living facilities. Most of them are not abused or neglected ¾ but even one victim of nursing home abuse is one too many…more

When is an employee not an employee? It may seem like a silly question, but it is a question that is constantly addressed by New Jersey courts determining whether injuries are covered by workers compensation…more

When a surgery does not result in improved health, or worse, leads to injury or death, our first instinct is to strike back at the person who hurt us and file a medical malpractice lawsuit. But not every bad outcome results from…more

Shopping for the right gift for a special someone is a big part of the holiday joy for many people. But that special gift, during the holiday or after, may turn out to be more than you bargained for…more

Car air bags can spare a life or save a driver or passenger from serious injury. But what happens if the airbag itself is dangerous? Research in recent years led to new advisories for car owners about the proper positioning and…more

In the early hours of a November morning, two buses in the express bus lane heading into Manhattan collided outside the Lincoln Tunnel in Weehawken. A Martz Trailways bus struck the rear of the NJ Transit bus injuring 20…more

The small size, great gas mileage and fun that motorcycles provide attract riders looking for an economical and interesting way to get around. But motorcycles are dangerous and often lead to fatalities. The New Jersey Motor…more