Things like passengers, radios and mirrors have always posed a danger to drivers in New Jersey since cars became part of mainstream society. However, with the advent of smartphones, the potential for distraction behind the wheel is at an all time high. At Escandon,...
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Car Accidents
Are New Jersey’s distracted driving laws enough to protect you?
You have seen them sitting in traffic on your daily commute: the person in the car next to you at the stoplight checking his email; the woman that drove by in the next lane, obviously texting on her phone. Distracted driving is responsible for a significant amount of...
New law protects consumers who use ride-sharing companies
Ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft have exploded in popularity in Allenhurst and other New Jersey towns over the last few years. Whether it is a trip to the airport or a lift to the bar, these companies offer you an affordable way to get where you need to...
New crash-test dummies reflect changing size of drivers
Getting into a car accident in Monmouth County can lead to serious injuries. The process of recovering from a devastating crash can be lengthy and expensive. While some accidents may not be preventable, experts are constantly trying to make vehicles as safe as...
3 car accident points all parents should remember
Parents with young children must teach their children how to remain safe around vehicles. This isn't something that is easy, but because some drivers become so comfortable with driving that they start to do things on auto-pilot, it is necessary. These drivers can be...
Who will be liable if a self-driving car causes an accident?
If you were to get into an accident in Monmouth County today, chances are that accident would be caused by some kind of negligence on the part of another driver. Therefore, that driver would most likely be found liable for the accident and for any monetary damages,...
How the graduated driver license program keeps NJ drivers safe
Parents in Monmouth County likely worry a lot when their teens get behind the wheel. They may find it comforting then to know that New Jersey’s graduated driver license program is doing a good job of keeping teen drivers safe. According to New Jersey 101.5, teen...
How can I avoid being involved in a road rage incident?
If you feel threated by aggressive drivers while traveling on Monmouth County roads, you are not alone. According to a study done by the AAA Foundation for Safety, almost 9 out of 10 drivers feel personally threatened by people who drive aggressively. However, a...
Will automatic braking systems keep me from being in an accident?
New cars are increasingly being equipped with technology that allows them to operate in an autonomous manner on Monmouth County roads. One such feature is automatic braking. This allows your car to brake by itself when it senses that a crash is imminent. While this...
What to know if you’ve been the victim of a distracted driver
In 2014 over 430,000 people were involved in car accidents as a result of distracted driving. For five consecutive years, this was the number one cause of fatal crashes in New Jersey. Distracted driving happens when the person operating the vehicle engages in an...

