All states have some kind of “Move Over” law that requires drivers to slow down or move into another lane if they approach emergency services vehicles and personnel working on or at the side of the road. New Jersey’s law used to cover ambulances, police cars, fire...
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Car Accidents
Why you shouldn’t delay repairing a recalled vehicle
On March 4, “Vehicle Safety Recalls Week” kicks off in the U.S. There are so many causes and realities that deserve to be celebrated, honored and otherwise recognized. You may be wondering why vehicle safety recalls are so important that they warrant not just a day...
3 tips for dealing with an aggressive driver
Driving around a driver who speeds, tailgates, runs red lights, changes lanes unsafely, engages in road rage, cuts right in front of other drivers or weaves in and out of traffic is not a walk in the park. You may be frustrated because their actions can cause an...
Is your child’s car seat safe to use post-crash?
Determining whether a child's car seat is safe to use after being involved in a crash is important for ensuring the continued safety of that child. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides relatively clear guidelines to help parents and...
Critical questions for your doctor after a car crash
Car accidents can cause severe injuries that affect your physical, emotional and financial well-being. If you were involved in an accident, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if you feel okay, as it can help protect your accident claim. When...
Why a TBI can have lasting ramifications
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can often have symptoms that do not go away with time. The person may physically heal from the injuries – such as a head injury sustained in a car accident – but this doesn’t mean that they will feel 100% like they did before the...
Why do teens get into more fatal car accidents?
There are many specific reasons why teenagers get involved in fatal car accidents. They break the speed limit. They talk to passengers. They get distracted by the cellphone. They drive aggressively. Everyone who has been involved in a crash may be able to point to...
What must you consider when determining your car crash losses?
The reason motorists have auto insurance is to cover losses or damages victims suffer in a motor vehicle accident. Many only think in terms of property damage after a crash, but your insurance settlement should also cover your physical injuries. New Jersey is a...
Why we’ll likely see more crashes in early November
Despite talk and even proposed legislation by members of Congress to make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent and end the semi-annual time changes most Americans deal with, that doesn’t appear to be happening any time soon. Almost certainly, it won’t happen before...
People texting at a stoplight may go on to cause a wreck
Driver's education programs and public awareness campaigns have both prioritized educating people about distracted driving in recent years. Distraction at the wheel can cause preventable crashes, and mobile devices are one of the most pervasive and dangerous forms of...