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 claimed 3,142 lives...
Car Accidents
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 and...
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...
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...
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...