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. While that’s far lower...
Car Accidents
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...
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...
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...
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 ends...
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 to be safer....
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...
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...
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...
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...