Blog Category | Car accidents
November 12, 2025
Do I Have To Sue My Friend If I Was Injured In Their Car?
It is one of the most stressful situations anyone can face to be a passenger in a car accident, and your friend was the one driving. Now, you are in pain, the medical bills are piling up and you are missing work. You know you need help, but the idea...
Read MoreOctober 28, 2025
Understanding New Jersey Distracted Driving Laws And Safety Tips
Every time you glance at your phone while driving, your attention shifts away from what matters most — your safety and the safety of others on the road. Distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of serious crashes across New Jersey. Whether you are commuting along Route 70,...
Read MoreAugust 29, 2025
5 Types Of Pedestrian Accidents On The Road
Pedestrian accidents happen when a vehicle, such as a car, truck, bus or bicycle, hits an individual traveling on foot. These unfortunate incidents can lead to injuries and fatalities, depending on the vehicle’s degree of impact. Understanding the different types of pedestrian accidents might help you gain increased awareness of...
Read MoreJuly 30, 2025
What Makes An Auto Accident A Catastrophic Injury Case?
One moment you are driving home—then everything changes. Some auto accidents cause more than bumps and bruises. They leave behind injuries that change a person’s life forever. These injuries fall under the category of catastrophic injuries. But what does that mean and how do you know if your case fits...
Read MoreJune 02, 2025
Did A Lack Of Communication Cause A Recent Wreck?
Sharing the road with total strangers comes with a degree of risk. People never know what habits other drivers have. They may worry about crossing paths with people who are drunk or texting while driving. They also have to try to predict the maneuvers of the other people they encounter...
Read MoreMarch 01, 2025
Why Might People Overlook Serious Injuries After Car Wrecks?
Car crash injuries frequently become the main focus of everyone in a vehicle. Someone bleeding or dealing with the pain of a fracture may need immediate support. Generally speaking, those calling for support after a car crash can provide information to first responders about whether or not medical services are...
Read MoreFebruary 04, 2025
Using A Phone To Document A Car Wreck
When people talk about car crashes and mobile phones, the focus is often on how phones can cause crashes. Public awareness campaigns have all but guaranteed that drivers now realize they shouldn’t text, post to social media or otherwise manually handle a phone while driving. It is generally a smart...
Read MoreJanuary 21, 2025
Car Crash Limb Loss Is Not Always Immediate
Certain types of car crash injuries can cause catastrophic consequences for the injured party. A brain injury or spinal cord injury could potentially produce permanent, life-altering symptoms. The injured person may have numerous long-term consequences to address, including diminished earning potential and increased lifetime medical care costs. Limb loss...
Read MoreDecember 10, 2024
Does Inclement Weather Eliminate Fault For A Car Wreck?
Driving comes with an inherent degree of risk, but certain circumstances can increase the likelihood of a crash occurring. Inclement weather can make driving far more dangerous than normal. Heavy winds can push vehicles around on the road. Aggressive precipitation can affect visibility, and wet pavement can affect how well...
Read MoreDecember 07, 2024
Half Of Serious Car Accidents Happen At Intersections
Many car accidents in the United States are relatively minor, often resulting in property damage or minor injuries. However, there are also hundreds of thousands of accidents each year that cause serious injuries, and approximately 40,000 fatal accidents occur annually. When researchers study these more severe crashes, they identify certain...
Read MoreOctober 30, 2024
Spinal Cord Injuries Can Occur In Traumatic Motor Vehicle Crashes
People who are involved in motor vehicle crashes are at risk of a host of injuries. One of these is a spinal cord injury, which can have catastrophic effects on the person’s life. The extent of the effect of this type of injury depends on the severity and location of...
Read MoreOctober 05, 2024
A ‘baby On Board’ Decal Could Be A Sign Of An Unsafe Driver
Most parents, often especially those with dependent newborns and toddlers, are very protective of their progeny. They invest in special safety seats and may even purchase newer, bigger vehicles as a way of protecting their children from the innate risk of motor vehicle travel. When people see decals or bumper...
Read MoreSeptember 16, 2024
What Makes Angle Collisions So Dangerous?
There are many different types of crashes. Some people end up in single-vehicle collisions because a tire blows out or they hit a slick patch of pavement. Others may end up in crashes involving a commercial vehicle. However, most wrecks involve two passenger vehicles. There are several subcategories of passenger...
Read MoreSeptember 16, 2024
How Do Rear-end Collisions Happen?
There are numerous different types of car accidents. Millions of people in the U.S. are injured every year, and some are even killed. Any type of car accident can be serious — particularly high-speed crashes. However, one especially dangerous type of crash is a rear-end collision. As the driver and...
Read MoreAugust 26, 2024
How Can You Improve Your Driving Focus?
Knowing how dangerous distracted driving can be is one thing. Making sure you never do it is entirely another. The modern world is a distracting place and it can be really hard to give the road your full attention when driving. The following tips cannot guarantee you will drive distraction-free,...
Read MoreAugust 08, 2024
What Should You Know About Head Injuries In A Car Crash?
The aftermath of a car wreck is one that can often be just as traumatic as the wreck itself. This is especially true for anyone who suffers a serious injury because of the impact. If you were involved in a wreck, there’s a chance you may have suffered a head...
Read MoreJune 14, 2024
Common Hidden Injuries After A Car Accident
After an auto accident, many people feel fine. This makes them believe that medical treatment is unnecessary. However, many injuries may not show symptoms immediately. Hidden injuries like these can develop over the next few hours or days. This is one reason why seeking medical evaluation after an accident is...
Read MoreMay 24, 2024
Summer Traffic Hazards: 3 Issues To Keep In Mind
Everybody dreads winter road conditions – and not without reason. However, while summer brings relief from ice and snow on the streets and highways, it is still not without its challenges. The glare of the sun on the road and other vehicles, sudden patches of fog in the early mornings...
Read MoreApril 26, 2024
3 Concerns That Make The Summer A Dangerous Time To Drive
The summer offers beautiful landscapes and vacation opportunities for families. Individuals may plan road trips with their spouses and children. Many others have to drive as they usually do for personal needs and employment. Oftentimes, people talk about seasonal traffic risks with a focus on the winter when the weather...
Read MoreApril 07, 2024
TBIs Caused By A Rear-end Crash
Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of crashes. Yet, they often do not receive the respect that they deserve. In fact, people are often dismissive about rear-end crashes and may even fail to report them to local authorities because they don’t understand how dangerous such collisions could be....
Read MoreApril 05, 2024
How The NHTSA’s Authority Impacts U.s. Auto Safety
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) plays an important role in enhancing road safety across the United States. This federal agency’s authority impacts U.S. auto safety in a variety of ways, including setting and enforcing vehicle performance standards, conducting vehicle safety research and overseeing recalls for defective vehicles and...
Read MoreMarch 21, 2024
Traumatic Amputations: Catastrophic Car Wreck Injuries
Car wrecks are violent and unpredictable events that can have major impacts on victims. The impact of the crash can cause various injuries as a result of direct impact, crushing forces, or penetration by sharp objects. One of these potential injuries is the traumatic amputation of a limb or digit....
Read MoreMarch 01, 2024
3 Ways Delivery Vehicles Put Everyone At More Risk On The Roads
Delivery on-demand services are unquestionably convenient. They allow people to shop from the convenience of their homes and have items ranging from furniture to groceries delivered right to their front doors. There are thousands of proprietary delivery vehicles on the road and also many individuals who use their personal vehicles...
Read MoreFebruary 07, 2024
Driving Tech Doesn’t Eliminate All Safety Risks
Auto technology is designed to keep people safer. It often does. Backup cameras have reduced the number of accidents in parking lots, for example. An automatic braking system can apply the brakes faster than a person, potentially preventing rear-end accidents. These are just a couple examples out of many as...
Read MoreJanuary 25, 2024
Do Not Procrastinate Care For A Head Injury
If you get involved in a car accident and hit your head, you could suffer a closed head injury. This could also happen if you fall at work and strike your head on the floor, or if you’re involved in a slip-and-fall accident at a local business – just to...
Read MoreJanuary 10, 2024
Should You Accept A Quick Settlement For Your Car Accident Claim?
Grappling with injuries, financial strain and the complexities of navigating insurance claims in the wake of a car crash can leave you feeling pressured to resolve matters swiftly. However, the decision to accept a settlement for a car accident claim requires careful consideration and a clear understanding of the implications....
Read MoreDecember 20, 2023
4 Signs That You Have Whiplash After A Car Crash
Whiplash injuries affect the tendons, muscles and soft tissues of the neck. These types of injuries usually develop when you experience a sudden, vigorous and unidirectional back-and-forth motion of the head. Whiplash happens because your neck has been quickly and repeatedly forced beyond its usual range of motion. These movements...
Read MoreDecember 04, 2023
Is The GPS To Blame For A Car Crash?
In some cases, a driver gets involved in a car accident and then blames their GPS. Maybe they claim that the GPS gave them faulty directions. Maybe the GPS just gave them a direct instruction, like saying they should “turn left now” and they followed those instructions immediately. But is...
Read MoreDecember 02, 2023
Why Do Teens Cause More Fatal Car Accidents?
When you look at fatal car accident rates – the number of fatal crashes per a set number of miles driven – you will find that they are highest for teen drivers. This age group is smaller than most other groups on the road, and yet it causes a disproportionate...
Read MoreNovember 16, 2023
What Is An Underride Accident And How Does It Happen?
A rare and yet exceedingly dangerous type of car accident is known as an underride accident. This happens when two vehicles have a distinct height difference. It often involves semi-trucks and small passenger cars. To be an underride accident, the smaller vehicle has to become crushed, pinned or even trapped...
Read MoreNovember 01, 2023
Why Crush Injuries From Car Wrecks Are So Expensive
Modern vehicles feature numerous integrated systems designed to protect occupants in the event of a collision. However, many crashes still cause severe injuries. Collisions that occur at high speeds or between vehicles of vastly different sizes can easily lead to catastrophic injuries, for example. A semi-truck collision involving a smaller...
Read MoreNovember 01, 2023
Is Tech Making People Worse Drivers?
There are certainly some ways in which technology has made people worse drivers. A common example is texting and driving. This has become much more common since the smartphone was invented, and it causes numerous car accidents every day. But other types of technology are focused on keeping people safe....
Read MoreOctober 13, 2023
How Do Parking Lot Accidents Happen?
In a bustling world where everyone seems to be in a hurry, parking lots are often overlooked as potential hotspots for accidents. It may not be outrightly obvious, but these seemingly innocuous areas can quickly turn into collision zones. Understanding how and why parking lot accidents happen is the key...
Read MoreSeptember 20, 2023
How Can You Avoid A Deer Collision?
Fall brings a lot of deer activity close to roads as the animals travel to find enough food to bulk up for the winter ahead. That is bad news for drivers. A State Farm report puts the chance of having a deer collision in New Jersey at 1 in 171....
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2023
The Most Dangerous Times To Be On The Road
Most drivers are sometimes on the road during the most dangerous driving times and do not know it. While it is impossible to avoid all accidents, being aware of the most dangerous times to drive can help people plan ahead and avoid unnecessary risks. Driving at night The most dangerous...
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2023
A Refresher On Maintaining A Safe Following Distance
Motorists in New Jersey need to respect the speed limit and also make communication with others in traffic a priority. They must abide by all other key safety rules in traffic. Any deviation from best practices could lead to a traffic ticket and possibly the police designating someone as the...
Read MoreAugust 31, 2023
Whose Responsibility Is It To Merge Cleanly Onto The Interstate?
Accidents on the interstate are less common than crashes on other types of roads because traffic is controlled. Drivers are always heading in the same direction, and they only enter the flow of traffic through an on-ramp. This is vastly safer than two-way roads, where drivers use their judgment about...
Read MoreAugust 14, 2023
How Do People Recover Lost Wages After A New Jersey Wreck?
Many car crashes in New Jersey result in at least some lost wages. If a crash occurs while someone is on the way to work, for example, they will typically miss a shift or at least show up several hours later than they should because of the collision. If someone...
Read MoreJune 28, 2023
Will An SUV Keep Me Safer?
There is so much choice when you buy a car, but most people already have some idea of what they want before they enter the dealer’s showroom. In many cases, they want a big SUV. While each buyer will have their reasons for this, one is that SUVs are meant...
Read MoreJune 26, 2023
3 Reasons Why Rural Roads Are Particularly Dangerous
Many people assume that rural roads are less dangerous than roads in urban areas. Certainly, traffic congestion and complexity are hazardous. There are also more cars in urban areas, and the road systems can be much more confusing, which means they feel more dangerous. However, when it comes to the...
Read MoreJune 18, 2023
What’s So Dangerous About Texting At A Stop Light?
Most drivers in New Jersey understand that texting at the wheel is against the law and also a dangerous choice. However, it is very common for individuals to think that they have a hack or workaround that allows them to safely engage in behavior that they recognize as dangerous. People...
Read MoreJune 02, 2023
Why Do Pedestrian-car Accidents Happen?
For pedestrians and car drivers alike, the thought of a collision is terrifying as it can have devastating consequences. These accidents can happen for a wide range of reasons and there may be blame to place on both parties. There were 173 pedestrian fatalities in New Jersey in 2020. Trying...
Read MoreMay 17, 2023
Why You Should Be Careful On Social Media After A Car Crash
Being cautious on social media after a car accident is essential due to the potential impact it can have on legal proceedings and personal well-being. It can be exceptionally difficult for people to stay off their screens in the ways in which they prefer to utilize them. However, refraining from...
Read MoreApril 10, 2023
How Rainstorms Increase Everyone’s Crash Risk
Rainstorms and the wet pavement they cause are responsible for a massive number of collisions every year. According to an analysis of collision data by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Road Weather Management Program, roughly 75% of all weather-related crashes occur on wet pavement. Approximately 47% of those collisions occur...
Read MoreApril 10, 2023
Accident-prone Roads In New Jersey To Avoid
Are you the type of person that likes to minimize risk across different areas of your life? If you are, it may be possible to lower your odds of being injured in a car accident just by knowing which roads pose high crash risks. Even experienced, confident drivers should try...
Read MoreApril 05, 2023
1 Driving Maneuver Causes Over 60% Of Intersection Crashes
There are dozens of driving laws that people need to follow to avoid tickets or collisions, and the operation of a motor vehicle requires that motorists track a lot of information simultaneously. They need to be aware of their fuel levels and current speed, as well as road conditions and...
Read MoreMarch 27, 2023
Do New Jersey Drivers Need To Worry About Uninsured Motorists?
If everyone in New Jersey were to follow state traffic laws, overall safety would improve substantially. However, the average person violates a few traffic laws – at a minimum – occasionally. Some people even admit to routinely exceeding the posted speed limit or otherwise violating traffic safety regulations. One of...
Read MoreMarch 27, 2023
4 Hazards Of Distracted Driving
Driving is a daily routine for millions of people. It is a convenient and efficient way to get to work, school or anywhere else we need to go. However, the increasing use of mobile devices and other distractions while driving has led to an increased number of car accidents. Distracted...
Read MoreMarch 01, 2023
How Eating And Driving Is Dangerous
With busy schedules, some people eat while driving to the next meeting or errand. Although this seems like a solution to save time, it can be distracting. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving claimed3,142 lives in 2020. Eating takes a driver’s attention off the road,...
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2023
Why Are American Roads Getting More Dangerous?
For years, roads have been getting safer. Car accidents are still very common in the United States, due in part to the number of drivers on the roads and in part to an intense dependence on automobiles. But if you compare the statistics from the 1970s to those from the...
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2023
What You Need To Know About Car Crash Settlements
Motor vehicle liability insurance coverage is how most people affected by collisions cover their costs. Every driver in New Jersey should carry a policy on their vehicle, as that coverage can pay for someone’s lost wages, medical expenses and repair costs in the event of a crash. Filing a major...
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2023
Are You Having Trouble Driving Again After A Crash?
Most people are able to drive again without an issue after a minor accident. However, if you were involved in a major accident – maybe someone else passed away, or perhaps you or another individual suffered life-altering injuries – then it may be harder to get past the emotional impact...
Read MoreDecember 20, 2022
When Is It Safe To Drive After A Limb Injury?
Cars allow people to get about without a certain amount of convenience. You may feel this convenience is crucial after a limb injury restricts your mobility. For example, if you break your leg, you might not be able to walk to the nearest bus stop and getting on and off...
Read MoreDecember 20, 2022
2 Shocking Statistics About Winter Weather Crashes In New Jersey
New Jersey sees relatively severe winter weather many years, with huge amounts of snow falling in a short amount of time and temperatures so low that extended exposure can cause injury. When there is ice or snow on New Jersey roads and when the temperatures are very low, the potential...
Read MoreDecember 19, 2022
3 Neck Injuries That May Occur In A Crash
The jarring force of a car crash can lead to the head flinging back and forth or side to side. This can cause damage to the neck, which can lead to significant pain and effects on your life. Several neck injuries are possible. All of these are associated with pain...
Read MoreDecember 12, 2022
Reckless Driving Dangers In New Jersey
Reckless driving remains prevalent on New Jersey roads. As a result, persons hurt by reckless drivers might suffer severe harm. A civil lawsuit could be the only means of recovering their losses. Reckless driving A reckless driver does not worry about the safety of others. Drivers who speed or engage...
Read MoreDecember 12, 2022
Common Causes For Surgery After A Car Crash
Because of the severity of injuries often experienced in car crashes in New Jersey, it’s not uncommon for surgery to be required for a full recovery. And since you’re likely disoriented and possibly in shock after the collision, it might be hard to tell how severe the damage is right...
Read MoreNovember 30, 2022
Settling Truck Accident Claims
The aftermath of a truck accident in New Jersey may follow many similar steps to what happens after a car crash: the victims will file an insurance claim. However, truck accident claims might be more complicated to settle. Truck accident complexities A truck collision might involve many victims since the...
Read MoreOctober 31, 2022
Drowsy Truck Drivers Cause Accidents
If you have ever continued to drive when you felt drowsy, you know that you have trouble seeing signs, your reaction times are slower and the actions of other drivers seem confusing. Imagine that instead of driving your car, you are driving an 80,000-pound loaded semi along a New Jersey...
Read MoreOctober 05, 2022
What New Jersey Residents Need To Know About Holiday Crashes
You may feel excited about the upcoming holiday season, but it brings with it more than just celebrations and beloved traditions. The holiday season in New Jersey is also historically a relatively dangerous time. Emotions run high when families gather together, and people do not always behave in the best...
Read MoreOctober 04, 2022
Two Types Of Car Accident Safety Technology
Modern car buyers are often interested in the safety technology that comes with their vehicles. They know that there has been an emphasis on this in recent years and that there will be a lot of new safety features that previous generations didn’t enjoy. They want to make use of...
Read MoreSeptember 28, 2022
6 Tips To Get Back Behind The Wheel After An Accident
After being involved in an accident in New Jersey, you might find that you’re afraid to get behind the wheel of a car again. With a few tips, you can slowly ease your way into driving so that you can maintain your independence on the road. Be a passenger One...
Read MoreSeptember 14, 2022
Decreasing Your Risk Of An Accident In The Fall
Driving through New Jersey can be a beautiful experience during the fall months as the leaves begin to change colors and the weather gets cooler. However, this can also be a time when there is an increase in the number of traffic accidents due to less daylight, animals that are...
Read MoreSeptember 01, 2022
Car Accidents: Steps To Take
If you are involved in a car accident in New Jersey, you are likely to be in a disoriented or emotionally fragile state, whether or not you are physically injured. There are some key steps to take in order to stay safe. Self-protection after a car crash In the immediate...
Read MoreAugust 18, 2022
How Do You Avoid Accidents During Back-to-school Season?
As the summer comes to an end and children head back to school in New Jersey, it’s important to remember to drive safely. More kids are on the road during this time of year, whether they’re walking or biking to school or taking the bus. This means that there are...
Read MoreAugust 16, 2022
A Review Of Major Car Crash Statistics
People are injured in motor vehicle accidents every day on New Jersey roads and highways. Driving while distracted or drunk are major contributors to car accidents nationally, as are severe weather conditions and loss of control. A number of different associations and agencies keep track of local and national motor...
Read MoreJuly 28, 2022
When A Pedestrian Is Hit On The Highway
When a pedestrian has been injured while walking on or near a New Jersey highway, it’s crucial that they ascertain the facts and document everything that happened as much as possible. Insufficient evidence to prove your case may lead to the preclusion of the claim, completely preventing it from being...
Read MoreJuly 20, 2022
Why Is Drunk Driving Such A Serious Summer Safety Concern?
Car crashes can occur at any time of day, on any day of the year and on any road across New Jersey. Collisions happen for all kinds of reasons, including alcohol impairment. Drunk drivers cause a significant number of the deadly and injurious collisions that occur in New Jersey every...
Read MoreJuly 10, 2022
Common Car Crash Injuries In New Jersey
Generally, car accidents can cause injury to any part of your body. It’s important to know the common types of injuries you’re likely to face to put yourself in a better protective position while driving in New Jersey. The major car accident injuries in New Jersey Neck and back injuries...
Read MoreJune 20, 2022
Keeping Teens Safe In The Deadly 100 Days Of Summer
The “deadly 100 days of summer” is a common phrase in New Jersey that refers to the period of time between Memorial Day and Labor Day when motor vehicle accidents are most likely to occur among teenagers. There are many reasons why this is the case. Why are teenagers highly...
Read MoreJune 08, 2022
Defensive Driving Practices Are Essential In Summer
Summertime always brings more highway traffic as people travel to destinations both close and far away. New Jersey is no stranger to this pattern. The uptick in traffic also means an increase in potential highway hazards when there are motorists who are in a hurry to reach their destination. This...
Read MoreJune 06, 2022
What Are The Most Common Hidden Injuries From Car Accidents?
Car accidents can be life-changing for New Jersey residents. Certain types of injuries can stay hidden for a period of time after a crash. These are the ones you should look out for. Concussion Traumatic brain injuries like concussions are highly common after a car accident. Often, it’s not immediately...
Read MoreMay 20, 2022
Suing Over A Driver’s Negligence
If you have been in a car accident in New Jersey, the police report may find that the other motorist was driving recklessly. It may be possible to sue the other driver to recover some of your losses both in terms of medical bills and lost wages. Types of reckless...
Read MoreMay 05, 2022
Some Statistics On Motor Vehicle Crashes
A vehicle accident in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, is caused by several factors, such as speeding and weather. While safe driving technology has reduced accidents, statistics show accidents are still a problem. General accident statistics Figures worldwide reveal motor vehicle accidents cause 1.25 million fatalities annually and 38,000 in the...
Read MoreApril 21, 2022
Why Women Have A Higher Car Crash Injury Risk
New Jersey residents expect their vehicles to keep them safe in the event of a car accident. The newest vehicles are equipped with safety equipment that’s meant to protect drivers and riders. Yet, women are more likely to suffer injuries in accidents. It’s important to understand why this is the...
Read MoreApril 21, 2022
How To Avoid Collisions
Were you involved in a car accident in New Jersey? This can be a very traumatic experience. There are several types of collisions that pose a risk of harm, and learning about them can help you recognize the dangers and take measures to avoid them. Frontal impact collisions Frontal impact...
Read MoreMarch 24, 2022
What Is A Flail Chest Injury And How Does It Occur?
No one expects to get into a serious car accident, but it can happen. Residents of New Jersey involved in a serious crash might be left reeling with an injury known as “flail chest.” What is a flail chest injury? A flail chest injury is a catastrophic injury that can...
Read MoreMarch 22, 2022
Speeding As A Cause Of Car Crashes
All drivers, passengers and pedestrians sharing New Jersey’s roads deserve to be safe while traveling. However, speeding is a major cause of car crashes that can result in serious injuries and fatalities. Why is speeding dangerous? Speeding is dangerous as it can lead to terrible car accidents. Many victims end...
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2022
Texting Behind The Wheel Is A Big Mistake
People traveling on New Jersey’s roads expect to remain safe while driving. Some individuals, however, are guilty of texting behind the wheel, which puts everyone at risk. Why is texting and driving a bad combination? Texting and driving is a bad combination due to the three key types of distractions...
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2022
Assessing Internal Bleeding Symptoms After A Car Wreck Is Vital
Being involved in a car accident in New Jersey may lead to one or more injuries. In these situations, external injuries or broken bones can typically be recognized quickly, which is helpful. Unfortunately, hidden injuries may still be lurking that aren’t as obvious. Internal bleeding is one of them. Knowing...
Read MoreFebruary 01, 2022
Accidents Caused By Reckless Driving
When New Jersey residents travel on the roads, they expect to stay safe in their vehicles. Unfortunately, accidents can happen without a moment’s notice because of reckless drivers. Accidents caused by such drivers can be devastating and deadly. What is reckless driving? Reckless driving is one of the most common...
Read MoreJanuary 03, 2022
Common Mistakes Drivers Make During The Winter Months
Winter weather often forces drivers to face dangerous road conditions no matter the ease of the trip or the common paths that are followed. From icy roads and snow-covered lanes to heavy wind and white-out conditions, drivers must make safety a priority no matter the trip. New Jersey residents understand...
Read MoreDecember 29, 2021
What Causes Car Accidents To Occur?
A car accident that occurs on a New Jersey highway could result in serious injuries and expensive repair bills. This may be true even if the accident didn’t seem to be all that severe when it took place. Understanding the common causes of motor vehicle wrecks may enable you to...
Read MoreDecember 15, 2021
Video Games And Distracted Driving In New Jersey
Distracted driving is one of the major causes of accidents. While government institutions are taking steps to reduce as many distractions as possible, some motor vehicle companies produce cars where you can play video games on the dashboard even as you drive. Video games and dashboards Modern car manufacturers have...
Read MoreDecember 03, 2021
What Evidence Is Worth Collecting After A Car Accident?
Seeking medical attention ranks among the first and most important things to do after a car accident. Getting away from traffic and to a safe location is also essential, but many people lose focus on what to do. A crash on a New Jersey road may occur unexpectedly and leave...
Read MoreNovember 19, 2021
Safe Driving Over The Holidays
New Jersey motorists recognize the Holiday Season as the dangerous time of the year that it is. The combination of terrible weather and impaired drivers make both crowded city streets and busy highways unsafe. Fortunately, there are steps drivers can take to reduce their chances of facing hazards while trying...
Read MoreNovember 12, 2021
Liability For Rear-enders In New Jersey
Almost everyone in New Jersey is in a rush to get somewhere. Quite often, you will find other drivers driving too close to you, to the point that a sudden stop or interference could lead to a rear-end impact. If you are a victim, read on to find out the...
Read MoreNovember 01, 2021
Truck Crashes Are Rising At Alarming
The trucking industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy. It is one of the major players that ensures you get the goods you need in your home or workplace. However, the number of truck accidents is rising. If it continues on this track, it would be the fifth-largest...
Read MoreOctober 11, 2021
What Happens When Self-driving Cars Crash?
We may not see a lot of driverless cars in New Jersey, but many vehicles on the roads have autonomous features. That’s because, although autonomous technology exists, the concept of a completely autonomous self-driving car is still rife with problems. Driverless cars still need drivers So-called autonomous vehicles haven’t been...
Read MoreOctober 04, 2021
The Link Between Daylight Saving Time And Car Crashes
Every year, daylight saving time (DST) prompts Americans to turn back their clocks by one hour in the fall and set it forward one hour in the spring. This year, November 7 marks the day that we will have to adjust to a new time in our waking, sleeping and...
Read MoreSeptember 24, 2021
The Importance Of Documenting Damage After An Accident
A car accident in New Jersey is a bad ordeal to go through, but it’s made worse if you don’t report the crash properly. This includes creating documents to prove that the accident occurred, how it happened and who was involved. This information is needed to give to the insurance...
Read MoreSeptember 16, 2021
Watch Out For These Common Autumn Driving Hazards
Autumn is a magical time of year. But the changing leaves and festivities also come with a variety of dangers that can make the roads more difficult. While winter is arguably the most dangerous time of year for drivers, autumn contains its fair share of fatal car accidents. Watch out...
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2021
Faulty Parts Can Lead To Accidents
Not all auto accidents in New Jersey are caused by driver error or bad weather. There are many accidents that occur due to mechanical failure of some type, very often ending in collisions or single-vehicle accidents. While most of these failures occur with older vehicles that are poorly maintained and...
Read MoreSeptember 08, 2021
Why Are Accidents Common On Rural Roads?
In New Jersey, you are highly likely to experience a motor vehicle accident on rural roads. In this article, we will discuss some of the reasons why MVA’s happen often on rural roads, and what you can do to keep yourself safe when driving through these areas. Cars and trucks...
Read MoreAugust 26, 2021
What Causes Accidents On Rural Roads?
If you often drive on rural roads in New Jersey, you need to know the issues that you are likely to encounter. While the causes of motor vehicle accidents on these roads are diverse, many of them are easy to mitigate. Poor lighting Rural roads are not as well-lit as...
Read MoreAugust 26, 2021
It’s Dangerous To Drive On These New Jersey Highways
With motor vehicle accidents on the rise across the country, you may be wondering which local highways are the most dangerous. A simple review of accident data from the state of New Jersey reveals five highways that are statistically more likely to have motor vehicle collisions than others. Route 46...
Read MoreAugust 16, 2021
Why Are Road Hazards So Dangerous?
Car accident reports from New Jersey typically provide details about the causes of the collisions. Intoxicated drivers, poor weather conditions and mechanical troubles might all contribute to crashes. The unpredictable nature of road hazards makes their presence challenging to predict, so drivers need to operate their vehicles defensively. Avoiding road...
Read MoreAugust 02, 2021
The Frequency And Danger Of Distracted Driving
If you are injured in an accident in New Jersey, it could be because the driver was distracted. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2018, more than 2,800 people died because of distracted driving, and in 2019, that number went up to 3,142. According to the AAA...
Read MoreJuly 15, 2021
Lawmakers Seek To Prevent Pedestrian Deaths
There’s nothing like enjoying the comfort of a leisurely walk in Mount Laurel, New Jersey; however, being out on foot proved deadly for far too many people in 2020. Now, some legislators are working to introduce a bill that will rate pedestrian safety for vehicles. Pedestrian related crashes on the...
Read MoreJune 23, 2021
Body Cam Requirement For New Jersey Police Officers
If you are injured because of the negligent actions of another person, you may be able to get compensation to cover the costs of your medical bills and other expenses. This may happen if the person who causes the injury is a private citizen, but it can also happen if...
Read MoreMay 10, 2021
Rideshare Accident Liability If A Driver Is Under The Influence
When people have been injured or have lost their lives in a New Jersey auto accident, some consideration might center on who is responsible and what options are available. If, however, a collision occurred when the victim was a passenger in a rideshare, there might be questions about how to...
Read MoreApril 02, 2021
Common Spinal Cord Injuries After A Vehicle Accident
A vehicle accident in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, can cause many injuries ranging from mild to serious regardless of speed. More serious injuries relate to the spinal cord, because it houses the pathway for the brain and body to communicate. Vehicle occupants may experience several kinds of spinal cord injuries....
Read MoreMarch 10, 2021
How Do Crash Tests Predict Car Accident Injuries?
If a car gets a high score or award for safety, it means that it might be safer than other cars on the road. But to get that rating, it had to undergo a multitude of crash tests that would show how it would perform in an accident and how...
Read MoreJanuary 28, 2021
Are SUVs Dangerous To Pedestrians?
SUVs continue to sell well in the consumer auto market because they serve beneficial purposes. Popularity contributes to their increased presence on New Jersey streets and highways. Unfortunately, this stylish and functional type of transportation presents risks to drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians. Research reveals that these vehicles pose more significant...
Read MoreJanuary 04, 2021
Watch Out For These Types Of Dangerous Drivers
Although many advances have been made to improve auto safety, most car accidents in New Jersey are caused by human error. To safely operate a vehicle, drivers must be fully focused on the task of getting from point A to point B. When you’re driving, you can stay safer by...
Read MoreDecember 16, 2020
Two People Injured In Three-vehicle Collision At A Stoplight
Most New Jersey drivers understand the importance of paying attention to other moving vehicles using the same road. But what about those moments when travel comes to a halt, either for a traffic control or to allow another vehicle to enter the stream of traffic? A recent multi-vehicle collision in...
Read MoreDecember 03, 2020
Family In Minivan Seriously Injured By Wrong-way Driver On NJ Turnpike
Most Mount Lauren area residents understand the importance of driving safely. They pay attention to the road, obey driving laws and don’t engage in dangerous or distracted behavior. Unfortunately, a driver cannot control other drivers they encounter on the road and not everyone is a safe driver. A recent serious...
Read MoreNovember 13, 2020
Snowplows On The Road? Tips For Safe Driving.
With heavy snowfalls fast approaching, New Jersey drivers are soon to see snowplows fighting to stay ahead of the terrible weather. Whether spreading salt, sand or removing the snow altogether, these huge vehicles are tasked with keeping our roads safe – but they can present numerous hazards for drivers simply...
Read MoreOctober 12, 2020
Do Slow Drivers Pose A Danger To Other Motorists?
You have likely seen many motorists zoom down the highway, and you might have felt unsettled by their flagrant disregard for traffic laws. While speed is a major factor in some motor vehicle accidents, motorists who drive too slowly can be as hazardous as their faster counterparts. Unlike speeders, slow...
Read MoreSeptember 08, 2020
What Can Cause Delayed Symptoms Of A Spinal Cord Injury?
Most people associate spinal cord injuries with some amount of paralysis. While paralysis is one possible symptom of this type of injury, it is not the only symptom. Someone who has an injured spinal cord may experience altered sensations, spasms, loss of bladder control, loss of bowel control, difficulty breathing...
Read MoreAugust 24, 2020
Do Advanced Safety Systems Really Prevent Car Accidents?
When you walk into a Mount Laurel new car dealership, you will be shown the latest advances in automotive design and engineering. One of the selling points salespeople stress about many 2021 models are the vehicles’ advanced safety features that are designed to prevent motor vehicle crashes that can result...
Read MoreJuly 30, 2020
Common Mistakes After An Accident
Suffering a severe injury in a car accident is a difficult thing to deal with. Talking with doctors, police, and insurance agents can leave a victim exhausted and confused. Making a mistake during this time can jeopardize the best possible outcome for a victim, so they need to be sure...
Read MoreJune 25, 2020
New Jersey Reports An Increase In Fatal Pedestrian Accidents
Roadway distractions have surged since mobile devices have risen in popularity. Because looking at a device takes a motorist’s attention away from the road, New Jersey prohibits holding a cell phone and sending or reading text messages while driving. Pedestrians, however, can use a mobile phone while walking. They may...
Read MoreMay 29, 2020
Uninsured Drivers And No-fault Rule
There are many concerns that one might have after suffering a car accident but what happens if one of the drivers does not have car insurance? This can be a pitfall for many and it is important to know what can be done when dealing with a motor vehicle accident...
Read MoreMay 05, 2020
Be Aware Of Summer Driving Hazards
Most people feel that winter presents the most driving challenges. We all know how even a small amount of snow and ice can complicate even the simplest commute. However, it is important to keep in mind that summer brings its own unique mix of driving hazards. Making yourself aware of...
Read MoreApril 29, 2020
Study: Senior Drivers Reduce Vehicle Crash Risks By Watching Videos
When you next visit a Burlington County car dealership, the salesperson will show you vehicle after vehicle equipped with high-tech features such as automatic emergency braking, lane assist, driver drowsiness monitoring, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, back-up cameras and more. Much more. Advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS) are designed to make...
Read MoreApril 06, 2020
Occupational Crashes: Not Just Truck Drivers
Motor vehicle crashes are the number one cause of work-related fatalities in America. While we often attribute these types of accidents with truck drivers, anyone who drives or rides in a motor vehicle for work is at risk of an occupational crash. Commercial drivers are in danger Nearly every industry...
Read MoreMarch 13, 2020
How Uninsured/underinsured Coverage Works In New Jersey
Getting into a car accident can be terrifying. Regardless of the severity of the collision, a car accident can cause injury, trauma and stress that can change your life forever. And even if you’re well-prepared to handle an accident – you have auto insurance, and you know what to do...
Read MoreMarch 09, 2020
New Jersey Leads The Nation In Pedestrian Fatalities
According to a 2019 report, New Jersey has more pedestrian deaths on its roadways than any other state, followed by New York and Delaware. While New Jersey participates in initiatives like Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day to raise awareness, one wonders why the fatality rates are so high in...
Read MoreDecember 01, 2019
Hit And Run Accidents Can Result In Serious Injuries
When a negligent or reckless party strikes their victim or their victim’s vehicle and then drives away without rendering help or offering assistance, this is considered a hit-and-run. Pedestrians, motorcyclists, bicyclists and drivers of standard vehicles can all suffer harm when this type of car accident occurs. When accidents of...
Read MoreNovember 04, 2019
How To Drive Safely And Avoid Accidents In A School Zone
School is back in session, the roads are becoming more slick, and mother nature is turning more treacherous. In addition to all of this, more school buses are on the road, speed traps are alive and well (especially in school zones,) and the kids are so bundled up, it may...
Read MoreOctober 31, 2019
Are You Using Your Child’s Safety Seat Correctly?
Most parents make their child’s safety their highest priority. New Jersey lawmakers are intent on keeping children safe, as well. The Garden State has one of the strictest child safety seat laws in the nation. Car accidents are the leading cause of death for U.S. children ages 1 to 13....
Read MoreSeptember 14, 2019
Commercial Drivers Need To Prepare For These Fall Events
Summer may have the highest motor vehicle accident rate of the year, but fall can still be a chaotic season for commercial drivers. High school and college students are going back to school, and the colder weather and decreasing sunlight is making more residents spend more time in their houses....
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2019
Ways To Prevent Drowsy Driving In Teens During The School Year
Health specialists often emphasize how important it is for a teenager to get enough sleep at night because it’s been getting progressively more difficult to do so lately. Not only do laptops and phones give them plenty of distractions to keep them up right before they go to bed, but...
Read MoreSeptember 09, 2019
What Are Critical Bus Safety Tips For Your Child?
With the school year well under way, the school bus makes its presence on roadways known. You might rely on bus services to bring your child to and from school. This arrangement conveniences you and allows you to arrive on time to work, but school buses are not without their...
Read MoreSeptember 05, 2019
Distracted Driving Is A Huge Problem In New Jersey
Distracted driving is deadly. That’s a fact. Based on figures reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from 2017, distracted driving was responsible for 3,166 fatalities nationwide. In many cases, distracted driving is only slightly less dangerous than drunk driving. For example, if you’re texting while driving 55...
Read MoreAugust 06, 2019
Safe Ways To Keep The Car Cool In The Summer Heat
Plenty of New Jersey residents get sick of having to drive in hot cars during July and August. Not only is it annoying and incredibly uncomfortable, but it is also dangerous. It can serve as a distraction during the months with some of the highest motor vehicle accident rates of...
Read MoreJuly 31, 2019
Do Your Kids Use Safe Habits To Help Prevent Pedestrian Crashes?
Being hit by a car can be a traumatic event for anyone to experience. Pedestrians are usually severely injured or killed in this type of collision because they do not have the same protection from impact that motorists have. Unfortunately, many of the pedestrians who are injured or killed in...
Read MoreJune 13, 2019
Bus Companies With High Failure Rates Can Still Operate In NJ
When parents have to decide how they want their children to go to school, buses are one of the most popular options. They don’t have to worry about taking time out of their days to take the kids themselves and they trust the school to hire the right people to...
Read MoreJune 06, 2019
Drunk Driving Crashes Are An Issue, Especially In Summer
Memorial Day may be considered the unofficial start of the summer season for many in Burlington County. Between now and Labor Day, people will enjoy the beach, weddings, block parties, outdoor concerts and other fun occasions. It is not unusual for people to enjoy a bottle of beer or glass...
Read MoreMay 24, 2019
Many Uber, Lyft Vehicles Have Outstanding Recalls
Ride-hailing apps have become a part of our everyday lives. You may call a Lyft for a ride to the airport or get an Uber to avoid driving impaired after a night on the town. But a new study shows that the vehicles you’re riding in may not be as...
Read MoreMay 06, 2019
A 3rd Party Can Be Responsible When A Drunk Driver Causes Injury
Drunk drivers present a hazard to everyone who shares the road, often causing serious injuries to pedestrians, bicyclists, other drivers and passengers of other vehicles. Treating the serious injuries caused by this type of accident can be expensive and some injuries can affect someone for the remainder of his or...
Read MoreMarch 21, 2019
Previously Recalled Hondas Re-recalled For Air Bag Component
The largest auto recall in history has expanded yet again. In the latest development, Honda has recalled 1 million autos due to a defective part that was used in replacing faulty air bags. In other words, it’s a re-recall. Many Honda vehicles covered by the new recall were previously repaired...
Read MoreMarch 15, 2019
How Big Is The Distracted Driving Problem In New Jersey?
Multi-tasking may be great in the workplace or at home but trying to multi-task while behind the wheel is a recipe for disaster. Motorists in Burlington County may think they can text while driving, eat or groom themselves while driving, or even converse with other passengers in the vehicle without...
Read MoreMarch 06, 2019
How SUVs Have Contributed To More Pedestrian Deaths
Throughout New Jersey and the United States in general, we are driving more SUVs than ever before. The cheap cost of gas, supposed safety features and roomy interiors have driven many to trade in cars for bigger sport utility vehicles. Unfortunately, our obsession with bigger automobiles comes with a hefty...
Read MoreMarch 04, 2019
Mount Laurel Woman Facing First-degree Vehicular Homicide Charges
A Mount Laurel woman is facing serious charges after a fatal crash. According to the Burlington County Times, Tameka Lawson was charged with first-degree vehicular homicide after a Nov. 12 crash. The vehicle went airborne and struck a pole Lawson was driving with her husband, Jamar Rentie, in the passenger...
Read MoreJanuary 25, 2019
What To Do When You’re Being Tailgated
It can be scary to look into your review mirror and see a vehicle following you too closely — especially if it’s a big rig. Depending on the road conditions, this could lead to a devastating accident. Next time you’re being tailgated, these tips may be able to help you...
Read MoreJanuary 25, 2019
The Deadly Risk Of Driving Behind An Unsecured Load On The Road
Unsecured materials can be fatal when they’re hurtling at you on the highway. If you find yourself traveling behind a load that’s security looks questionable, consider the following. What to look out for These types of accidents aren’t just an issue for large semi-trucks. Small pick-ups, SUVs with the trunk...
Read MoreDecember 11, 2018
What Is Underinsured Motorist Coverage? How Does It Work?
Auto insurance is the law. New Jersey requires every driver to be insured. But some insured drivers carry only the legally required minimum. What happens if your losses exceed their policy? Your own insurance picks up the slack – if you have underinsured motorist coverage. Read more about this important...
Read MoreNovember 27, 2018
Parking Lots Are Dangerous, Especially During The Holidays
When someone mentions “car accident” you probably think of a highway crash or intersection collision. In reality, side streets and parking lots can be dangerous too. Even low-speed collisions can cause serious injuries. Parking lot accidents – including pedestrians hit by cars — increase sharply during the Christmas season. There...
Read MoreNovember 25, 2018
Investigation Links More RV Accidents To Goodyear G159 Tires
Investigation links more accidents to Goodyear G159 tires More than 100 injuries and deaths have been linked to a specific Goodyear tire. That number is still growing as old accident reports are matched up with the potentially defective tires. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is re-examining the safety of...
Read MoreOctober 11, 2018
Who Is Responsible When An Accident Happens In Inclement Weather?
New Jersey is a great place to live, but anyone who has toughed it out through the winter in Burlington County knows that the weather can get very serious. When temperatures dip and the winds pick up, drivers can be subjected to significant threats from ice, snow, and slush as...
Read MoreJune 21, 2018
How To Stay Safe During Road Construction Season
When people think of the signs of summer, they often think about late night sunsets, colorful flowers and crowded beaches. However, signs of summer can also include the orange construction barrels, congestion and detour signs that come with road construction. This summer, motorists across New Jersey are likely to encounter...
Read MoreMay 11, 2018
New Jersey Car Crashes – By The Numbers
The New Jersey Department of Transportation closely tracks motor vehicle accidents to identify trends and trouble spots. With more than a quarter-million collisions each year, the agency has a lot of data to work with. For instance, the DOT can pinpoint which highways in Burlington County – and which intersections...
Read MoreApril 11, 2018
New Jersey’s Sara’s Law Protects Those Seriously Injured In Crashes
It takes about an hour and a half to drive northeast of Burlington County to Sayreville. The city on the Raritan River was home to Sara Dubinin. New Jersey’s Next-of-Kin Registry was named for the teen when it was signed into law by former Gov. Chris Christie. The registry is...
Read MoreMarch 16, 2018
One More Reason To Wear A Motorcycle Helmet
Motorcycle riders commonly cite three reasons for not wearing a helmet: their freedom, their vision and saving their neck. New research challenges a popular conception that motorcycle helmets increase the risk of neck injuries. In addition to preventing brain injury and death, helmets may actually reduce spinal injuries , especially...
Read MoreMarch 02, 2018
Drowsy Driving Is A Bigger Problem Than We Realized
Researchers have known that sleep-deprived drivers are a traffic menace. But a new study reveals that drowsy drivers are more widespread than previously thought. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety concludes that drowsy driving may be eight times higher than federal estimates. That could mean that dangerously tired drivers are...
Read MoreFebruary 16, 2018
What Types Of Car Accident Are Most Dangerous?
Can the type of vehicle you are in determine how bad your injuries are going to be? According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, which has tracked statistics for over a decade, that may very well play a role in determining the severity of someone’s injuries after an accident...
Read MoreFebruary 13, 2018
Drunk Driver’s (unsuccessful) Excuse: The Car Was Driving, Not Me
Two recent incidents involving Tesla autonomous vehicles clarified that: (A) self-driving cars are still a work in progress and (B) owners of self-driving cars are still liable for accidents. In one case, an intoxicated driver who passed out behind the wheel tried to blame his car. He was still arrested...
Read MoreJanuary 31, 2018
Car Accident Dangers: Slipped Or Herniated Discs
A slipped or “herniated” disc in your spine is a very common — and often very painful — result of a car accident. The sudden, forceful stop of your car, plus any additional jolts you take as the car comes to rest, can easily force these little bone cushions in...
Read MoreJanuary 21, 2018
New Jersey Funeral Processions Must Obey Traffic Laws
Many drivers will wait for a funeral procession to pass, even if the traffic signal changes. While this may be the common custom, it is not the law. And that ambiguity makes things dicey at intersections. Some drivers who are not in the procession might cross or turn when the...
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2018
Takata Air Bag Recall Expanded Yet Again
Air bags have saved thousands of lives in accidents that otherwise might have been catastrophic. But when air bags do not work as intended, they can sometimes cause injury or death rather than preventing it. Japanese company Takata has recalled another 3.3 million air bags because of defective inflators. This...
Read MoreDecember 28, 2017
Christmas Weekend Pileup Leaves 2 Dead, 6 Injured In New Jersey
The Christmas weekend started off with a horrific accident on a New Jersey freeway. Ultimately, two people died and six others were injured after a total of seven vehicles ended up in a pileup on the morning of Dec. 22, 2017. The entire freeway was shut down for miles while...
Read MoreNovember 24, 2017
Avoiding Car Accidents From Holiday Travel Fatigue
Every step you take to reduce your odds of being in a car accident over the holidays is a step in the right direction. Given that AAA estimates almost 51 million people will be on the roads during the 2017 Thanksgiving weekend, one of the big things to be concerned...
Read MoreOctober 26, 2017
Don’t Trust Insurance Companies To Play Fair When Making Claims
Auto accident insurance is mandatory in every state if you want to be on the road — but that doesn’t stop some people from driving without it. If you end up being injured by an uninsured driver on the road, you may decide to file a lawsuit against your own...
Read MoreSeptember 29, 2017
What Unique Dangers Does Fall Present To Drivers?
A lot of people love fall and not just because there’s easy access to pumpkin spice coffee everywhere. However, despite the love it receives, fall presents drivers with some special dangers. If you’re going to spend any time behind the wheel this fall, whether making the commute to work and...
Read MoreJuly 19, 2017
3 Common Causes Of Car Accidents And How To Avoid Them
Lately, a lot of attention has been focused on distracted driving — which is a major source of car accidents. However, there are other significant hazards on the road that drivers should keep in mind: 1. Defective Vehicles It doesn’t matter how safe your driving is if you’re driving a...
Read MoreJune 16, 2017
What To Expect When Meeting A Car Accident Attorney
Meeting an attorney for the first time after you’ve been in a car accident can feel a little intimidating. This is what you can expect: Your initial consultation may be over the phone. There’s nothing wrong with that approach. Many attorneys do it to save time and to make it...
Read MoreMay 19, 2017
Summer Holidays Equal Unsafe Roads For Drivers
Aside from being a national holiday celebrating American independence, the 4th of July has another, much more dubious distinction: It’s the single most dangerous day on the road for drivers. If you look at weekends instead of just the actual holiday itself, Memorial Day weekend is actually the most dangerous,...
Read MoreApril 21, 2017
Tetris: Preventing Post-traumatic Stress Disorder After Crashes
A lot of people expect to be banged up after a car accident, but not many expect to suffer from a much more insidious problem: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, doctors are slowly starting to recognize the fact that a serious car crash is highly stressful and traumatic for those...
Read MoreOctober 14, 2016
Top Tips For Staying Safe Behind The Wheel
You can’t keep everyone safe on the road because you can’t make decisions and take action for all the other drivers and pedestrians. You can, however, do your part to contribute to road safety by following some basic tips each time you get behind the wheel in New Jersey. First,...
Read MoreSeptember 02, 2016
2 New Jersey Transit Buses Collide; 1 Driver Dies
Two New Jersey Transit commuter buses collided with one another on Friday, Aug. 19, in Newark, leaving one dead and dozens injured, some critically. Multiple news outlets reported the accident occurred at approximately 6 a.m. on a major thoroughfare, the intersection of Broad Street and Raymond Boulevard. The crash was...
Read MoreJuly 21, 2016
Are Fatal Drunk Driving Accidents Common In New Jersey?
Drunk driving accidents in New Jersey can be very serious. When it comes to fatal drunk driving crashes, New Jersey has rates of death that are much lower than the national average. While this is good news for the state as a whole, it does very little to comfort the...
Read MoreMay 13, 2016
All Car Accident Injuries Can Lead To Life Hardships
Being injured in a car accident can lead to devastating injuries. The severity of these injuries depend on a variety of factors; however, any injuries that a person suffers during an accident can lead to hardships. We understand that no matter what the injury you suffered, you likely want ensure...
Read MoreMay 05, 2016
Driver Slams Into Children In Crosswalk, Flees Scene
Even though the school year is nearing an end, drivers must still be cautious about children who are walking to and from school. This is especially true near and in front of schools. Recently, two young children were the victim of a hit-and-run in front of their school. The details...
Read MoreMarch 18, 2016
Don’t Get Behind The Wheel Without Adequate Sleep
We understand that so many people in our nation are extremely busy. In the hustle and bustle of modern life, getting enough sleep on a regular basis is a real challenge. But did you know that getting behind the wheel while you are sleepy can increase the risks that you’ll...
Read MoreMarch 04, 2016
Are You Putting Yourself At Risk While Driving?
You might be putting yourself — and your passengers — at greater risk every time you get behind the wheel. Probably you know that texting while driving is a big risk, but did you know distracted driving in general is a top cause of accidents in the United States? A...
Read MoreJanuary 21, 2016
Take Appropriate Steps After A Motor Vehicle Accident
When you are involved in a car accident, it is often difficult to remember what you should and shouldn’t do after the accident. As basic as it seems, how you handle things right after the accident can have a big impact on any claims for compensation you might choose to...
Read MoreNovember 20, 2015
Impaired Drivers Put Other People At Risk
When most people hear about accidents caused by drunk drivers, they think about drivers who are above the legal limit of .08 percent for a blood alcohol concentration. Those drivers certainly can cause serious accidents, but drivers with a lower BAC can also cause accidents. In fact, a person’s ability...
Read MoreNovember 13, 2015
Drunk Drivers Put Innocent People At Risk
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is the beginning of the busy holiday season that is packed full of fun festivities. People get together and enjoy the end of the year with festivities like holiday parties that include alcohol. People who attend those parties, as well as any event...
Read MoreSeptember 28, 2015
Social Media Breaks Story About Rapper’s Motorcycle Accident
Social media is often where a story breaks for the first time. In times of crisis, news channels often deliver information as it is reported by users on Twitter and other networks. While these sources are rarely used as “confirmed” sources by the media, what is said by Twitter and...
Read MoreSeptember 08, 2015
Texting And Driving Is Akin To Liability In An Accident
The stats on texting and driving are repeatedly reported by news channels across the country, and almost anyone you speak to will admit to knowing the dangers of such action. In New Jersey, it is illegal to text and drive, and doing so will result in a ticket or other...
Read MoreAugust 17, 2015
What Should You Do Following A Car Crash?
In the moments just after a car accident, you can experience a range of physical and emotional states. Even if you have no injuries or only minor injuries, you could be in shock from the incident. If you are seriously injured, you might not be able to move or call...
Read MoreJuly 13, 2015
Aggressive Driving And Road Rage Can Lead To Car Accidents
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, aggressive driving involves unlawful action on the part of a driver who is speeding, passing improperly or improperly changing lanes. Since aggressive driving can lead to serious motor vehicle accidents, the person doing the aggressive driving might be held liable for any...
Read MoreJune 05, 2015
Possible Drag Racing Crash Over Memorial Weekend
Holidays are always a time when authorities report seeing an increase in motor vehicle accidents. One reason is that there are simply more people on the roadways during these times. Sadly, another reason for increased accidents is that celebrations around the holidays often include alcohol, which can lead to reckless...
Read MoreApril 28, 2015
Car Accident Investigation Reveals Off-duty Policemen Was Drunk
Just about every day there are news reports that contain details of a car wreck on New Jersey roads. Some involve serious injuries, extensive damage and much liability for the driver at fault. Victims in these car crashes might be able to aid their recoveries by pursuing compensation for losses....
Read MoreMarch 13, 2015
Recovering From A Car Accident In New Jersey
Now that we’ve presented some facts about car accidents, New Jersey residents will likely agree that car crashes are costly in many ways. There’s no doubt that damaged vehicles cause inconvenience and expenses one would rather avoid. But a real concern after a serious car wreck is the physical harm...
Read MoreMarch 04, 2015
Some Important Facts About Car Accidents
Did you know that each year Americans spend more than 1 million days seeking medical care because of vehicle crash injuries? Based on Centers for Disease Control data, more than 2.5 million of people visited an emergency department in 2012 because they were involved in a car accident. About 200,000...
Read MoreFebruary 04, 2015
Car Accidents, Recovery And Compensation In New Jersey
Car and other motor vehicle wrecks happen at any time of year. But in the winter, folks are particularly susceptible to them with snowy roads, black ice, poorer visibility and other factors relating to the cold weather. The New Jersey Department of Transportation records show that there were 12,626 crashes...
Read MoreDecember 24, 2014
Burlington County Injury Crash Statistics
Information released by the New Jersey Department of Transportation regarding injury crash statistics offers some positive outlook for drivers in Burlington County. Injury crash statistics refer to motor vehicle accidents that involve some type of injury. The good news is that crashes involving injuries seem to have trended down over...
Read MoreOctober 10, 2014
Questions Remain Unanswered For New Jersey Officer’s Widow
When a family loses a loved one in a car accident, it’s a moment in time that changes everything. Initially, there may be one word on their minds: why. Soon more questions begin to swirl around, and it’s the answers that will help them recover and move on. Seeking financial...
Read MoreSeptember 05, 2014
Two Die, 4 Injured In New Jersey Crash; Driver Charged
Reflecting on a collision that killed two and injured four, including the driver, a New Jersey State Police sergeant commented that not only were the victims not wearing seatbelts, but allowing an unrestrained 4-year-old to ride in the front seat of a pickup truck was a violation of the law....
Read MoreJuly 18, 2014
Car Accident Kills Second New Jersey Officer In A Week
Two New Jersey police officers were killed while performing their duty within the same week this month. The second officer to be killed was the victim of a fatal car accident. The officer was reportedly in a parked car on the side of a highway using equipment to monitor the...
Read MoreJuly 16, 2014
Fatal Car Accident In New Jersey
Losing a loved one is tough on families, regardless of the situation. When families receive an out-of-blue phone call letting them know a loved one has been injured or killed in a car accident, shock joins grief, and it can be hard to move forward with immediate arrangements. In some...
Read MoreJune 27, 2014
Fatal New Jersey Car Accident Leaves 1 Dead, Several Injured
It’s likely no scenario frightens New Jersey parents more than the sudden loss of a child. When a child is killed in a car accident, families are likely to be in shock over the event. The same holds true for families who lose a loved one of any age. Even...
Read MoreJune 06, 2014
New Jersey Car Accident Involving School Bus Injures 5
New Jersey school bus accidents can be especially difficult to hear about. A recent car accident involving a school bus and another vehicle left four injured, according to police. Two adults and a teen in the school bus were transported to local hospitals, although authorities said their injuries were not...
Read MoreMay 30, 2014
Car Hits Ambulance In New Jersey, 5 People Injured
Part of being a responsible driver is making sure that you pay attention to what is going on around your vehicle at all times. One of the big things you must pay attention for is an emergency vehicle. When these vehicles, including police cars, ambulances and fire trucks, are on...
Read MoreMay 17, 2014
New Jersey Man Killed, Others Injured In Car Accident
Drivers often tell themselves stories about why an accident is less likely to happen to them. People tell themselves “I’m a good driver,” or “I don’t make risky decisions.” The truth is that a car accident can happen any time you’re on the road, and it may not be under...
Read MoreApril 18, 2014
New Jersey Vehicle Accident Leads To Injuries For Ten People
New Jersey residents often travel in groups for school, church or business functions. Often, the trips are full of social activity and excitement, and many people don’t give much thought to the chance of a car accident. For a small church group returning home from an event, a tired driver...
Read MoreFebruary 26, 2014
Family Recovers $2.55 Million Settlement Over Fatal Car Accident
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in connection with a 2011 accident in Burlington, New Jersey, has led to $2.55 million being awarded to the estate of a man who was fatally injured. According to court documents filed in the lawsuit and judgment, the car accident occurred on August 23, 2011,...
Read MoreFebruary 05, 2014
NJ Car Accident Into Supermarket Sends Three To Hospital
Three people were injured when the driver of a luxury car became ill behind the wheel and plowed into a busy supermarket shortly before 2 p.m. one recent afternoon. The car accident took place at the front entrance of a Pathway supermarket in Irvington, about 20 miles west of Manhattan....
Read MoreNovember 27, 2013
Baby Loses Life After Car Accident In New Jersey
In the blink of an eye, a car accident can occur in New Jersey that injures or kills innocent people. These situations are made all the more tragic when it is a child who dies. An infant died and three other people suffered injuries recently when their passenger car was...
Read MoreNovember 20, 2013
NHTSA Report Shows Number Of Fatal Car Accidents Up In 2012
A report released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has found that more people died in U.S. highway accidents in 2012 than in 2011. The NHTSA also found fatal alcohol-related accidents increased five percent, with most involving drivers with blood-alcohol content levels more than twice the legal limit. Additionally,...
Read MoreNovember 06, 2013
Four Injured In New Jersey Accident When Car Crosses Center Line
No matter how safely a motorist drives, he or she can never be sure that other drivers are taking the same preventative precautions. Unfortunately, this means that motorists are often blindsided by a careless driver, and they are often seriously injured as a result. Because of this, car accident victims...
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2013
Two Jersey City Woman And Young Girl Killed In Car Crash
Three Jersey City women and an unborn child were recently killed in a car crash in Jersey City, New Jersey, when a van went off the road and crashed into the side of the home. The auto accident victims include a 62-year-old woman, a 36-year-old woman and her unborn baby,...
Read MoreAugust 22, 2013
Two People Killed In Vehicular Homicide Case
A car accident in Maplewood, New Jersey has claimed the lives of two young men, and has the driver, a 20-year-old son of a local fire chief, charged with vehicular homicide and driving under the influence of alcohol. The auto accident allegedly occurred when the driver was drinking and speeding...
Read MoreJuly 17, 2013
Accident Near Tunnel Sends Seven People To The Hospital
Recently, a two-car accident near the Holland Tunnel in Jersey City, New Jersey, sent seven people to the hospital with injuries. The car accident occurred when a Lexus SUV collided with a Honda Sedan, injuring seven people. All seven were in stable condition with non-life threatening injuries. The incident is...
Read MoreMay 14, 2013
SUV Driver Sought In Fatal Car Accident On New Jersey Turnpike
After a fatal accident on New Jersey highways, the police investigate the scene before preparing a report. However, they don’t want to close off in-demand highways for long, so they generally conduct this investigation and clean up quickly. Much of the investigation goes on in the days, weeks and even...
Read MoreMarch 26, 2013
Hit-and-run Accident Slows Traffic On New Jersey Highway
Recently, a suspected hit-and-run accident on Route 78 eastbound near Union, New Jersey, sent a 55-year-old Pennsylvania woman to the hospital. According to the victim, the car accident occurred when a cream-colored four-door car hit hers in the left lane of the highway. The woman’s car hit a guard rail...
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2013
Two-car Crash On New Jersey Highway Shuts Down Lanes
Recently, a collision between two cars on the Route 80 East in Parsippany, New Jersey, resulted in two lanes of the highway being shut down. It is unclear at this time how the car accident occurred. However, one motorist was rushed to the hospital with injuries, although it is unknown...
Read MoreDecember 26, 2012
Defendant In Fatal Car Accident Case Sentenced For Manslaughter
A man from Monmouth County, New Jersey, was recently sentenced before a federal judge for the involuntary manslaughter of a high school principal that occurred in an automobile accident. The car accident occurred when the man drove his vehicle head-on into oncoming traffic and crashed into a car driven by...
Read MoreNovember 05, 2012
New Jersey Woman Killed In Collision With Police Officer
A 21-year old New Jersey woman was killed when the car she was driving collided with a police car during the recent hurricane. The auto accident occurred in Port Jefferson when the car went through a stop light and collided with the police vehicle. The driver was killed, and her...
Read MoreOctober 29, 2012
Investigation Yields New Details In Fatal New Jersey Crash
A police investigation has unearthed new facts concerning a July car accident in New Jersey that claimed the life of an 18-year-old college student. State Police now say the car accident occurred when the 29-year-old driver of a Toyota Camry veered into oncoming traffic, striking the college student’s Chevy Cobalt....
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2012
Motorcycle Crash Seriously Injures New Jersey Man
A Magnolia, New Jersey, man sustained serious injuries recently when a car plowed straight into the motorcycle he was riding. The car accident occurred when the car, which was traveling at a very high speed, struck the motorcycle, which was stopped in traffic at a red light. The motorcyclist was...
Read MoreSeptember 21, 2012
2-car Collision Claims Life Of New Jersey Woman
Recently, a two-car collision in Manalapan, New Jersey, claimed the life of a 32-year-old woman who had lost control of her car. Police say the auto accident occurred when the woman veered into oncoming traffic while failing to negotiate a curve. The police investigation is still ongoing, however, it has...
Read MoreAugust 27, 2012
3 People Injured In Toms River, NJ, Crash
Three people were injured in a car collision that occurred in downtown Toms River recently. A Toyota driven by a 77-year-old woman collided with a Honda being driven by an 18-year old girl. The Honda was overturned as a result of the car accident, and the two drivers, in addition...
Read MoreAugust 21, 2012
Heavy Rain Cited As Cause Of Collision Involving NJ Transit Bus
Mount Laurel readers may take interest in the details of a head-on traffic collision that recently took place in Mannington on Aug. 5. The crash involved a New Jersey transit bus and a sedan driven by an elderly woman. Eight people were reported injured in the auto accident, although there...
Read MoreAugust 16, 2012
New Jersey State Trooper Endangers Public Safety
Recently, a New Jersey State Trooper from Spring Lake Heights was arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol when he allegedly struck two parked cars, crashed his vehicle into a creek and then fled the scene of the accident. The trooper was off-duty at the time of...
Read MoreJune 06, 2012
Court Rules On First-of-its-kind New Jersey Car Accident Case
Lawsuits are common after automobile accidents, especially when it is shown that one of the drivers was reckless or negligent. In such situations, car accident victims seek compensation for their injuries, as well as for lost wages, medical expenses and any pain and suffering that may have resulted from a...
Read MoreMay 24, 2012
New Jersey High School Student Killed In Tragic Car Accident
Every morning during the school year, students in New Jersey make their way to class. Those who are too young to drive sometimes use the bus; others who are old enough to drive may get to drive themselves. Parents and students alike expect to arrive at their destinations safely. Unfortunately,...
Read MoreMay 16, 2012
Cell Phone Use While Driving: New Jersey Seeks Tougher Penalties
Lawmakers in Trenton are trying to make it easier to prosecute drivers whose hand-held cell phone use resulted in injuries or death. The Senate Law and Public Safety Committee unanimously voted in favor of advancing the bill toward passage into law. The purpose of the legislation is to deter cell...
Read MoreMarch 21, 2012
69-year-old Pedestrian Injured In Moorestown Hit-and-run
An elderly Moorestown man was recently the victim of a hit-and-run accident as he tried to cross Main Street. The hit-and-run happened shortly after sundown on March 16. Responders on the scene transported the 69-year-old to Kennedy University Hospital in Cherry Hill for treatment. He was later taken to Cooper...
Read MoreFebruary 29, 2012
Federal Investigation For Burlington County Bus-truck Crash
A devastating accident between a dump truck and a school bus has sparked what is expected to be a year-long investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The fatal accident happened in Burlington County, where one family in Chesterfield is grieving the tragic loss of an 11-year-old triplet. The little...
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2012
Fatal Pedestrian Accident Under Investigation In Delran
City traffic engineers and drivers alike have a responsibility to try to make New Jersey roadways safe. One aspect of a traffic engineer’s job is to address unsafe road conditions such as intersections and traffic directives that have proven to be especially dangerous to motorists and pedestrians. Drivers, of course,...
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2012
Fatal Car Accidents In Burlington County Spiked In 2011
State police and highway traffic officials are trying to figure out why the number of fatal car accidents increased in New Jersey in 2011. Statewide, 82 more people were killed in traffic accidents than in 2010, and a staggering 52 of those fatalities were reported in Burlington County, up from...
Read MoreJanuary 04, 2012
New Jersey Car Accident Takes Man’s Life, Injures Another
A recent motor vehicle accident has left a New Jersey man dead and another injured. The accident involved only one vehicle, but no information was available as to which man was driving the car at the time. Authorities are conducting an investigation into the accident to determine the cause of...
Read MoreDecember 28, 2011
3 Injured In Local DWI Accidents In New Jersey
Readers in Burlington County know that drinking and driving can lead to serious ramifications, including not only financial penalties but also time behind bars for the offender. And too often drunk driving leads to car accidents in which victims are injured through no fault of their own. Unfortunately, two such...
Read MoreDecember 07, 2011
I-295 Car Accident Seriously Injures Burlington Motorcyclist
An automobile accident recently resulted in a pile-up on Interstate 295. Along with several others, a Burlington motorcyclist was injured in the car collision. The accident happened just before 11 in the morning when the motorcyclist was rear-ended a few miles north of the Route 73 exit. The man was...
Read MoreNovember 29, 2011
Fatal Car Accident: 43rd Victim In Burlington County This Year
Nov. 11 marked a sad day for Burlington County residents in terms of traffic fatalities. On that day, an 86-year-old woman was killed in a car accident, and according to New Jersey State Police, her death marks the 43rd motor vehicle fatality in Burlington County this year. The woman was...
Read MoreNovember 15, 2011
Burlington Woman Severely Injured In Car Accident
New Jersey residents may recall that back in July, a Burlington, New Jersey, woman suffered serious injuries in a car accident that occurred in Pennsylvania. According to reports, the 22-year-old driver of a dump truck smashed into a Toyota Scion operated by the Burlington woman. The man fled the scene...
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