Car Accidents

The survivors left behind after a deadly New Jersey car crash may have questions about their rights. They want to hold the party at fault for the collision accountable, which could involve filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Surviving dependent family members can ask the...

Winter turns New Jersey into a scenic wonderland, but it also makes your daily commute a gamble. Whether you are cruising down the Garden State Parkway or navigating local streets in Bayonne, the shift in weather brings immediate danger. Snow and ice change how your...

When a loved one passes away because of another party’s actions, the legal options that follow can feel confusing. You may come across terms like wrongful death and survival action, which can further complicate your understanding.  Both actions focus on...

Distracted driving is a leading cause of multi-vehicle collisions in New Jersey. The problem is that courts require high-quality, objective evidence to determine liability. If you ever get into an accident with a distracted driver, you need to understand the laws that...

A significant number of traffic collisions occur at intersections. Some of those crashes are the result of distracted driving. Motorists looking down at their phones might rear-end vehicles already stopped at the intersection. Other times, a failure to use turn...

Fatigue is a safety concern for motorists. People who are tired experience temporary reductions in their cognitive capabilities. Exhausted drivers struggle to focus on safety concerns. They also often have trouble making appropriate decisions when traffic conditions...

The aftermath of a car crash can be complicated to manage. People have to transport damaged vehicles to repair shops. They need to arrange for alternate transportation. They have to undergo medical care and advise their employers of their circumstances. They may have...

When a car crash involves a teenage driver, many people immediately assume the teen must be at fault for what happened. After all, younger drivers are inherently inexperienced and are, therefore, more likely to make mistakes behind the wheel than an experienced,...

Cars are a necessity for most people. You can just walk up to your vehicle, hop in and get straight on your way to your destination. Many people find this more convenient than waiting around for a bus or for a cab to pick them up. Of course, the equation is not as...

It is true that many driving distractions are visual. A driver should always be looking at the road ahead of them or at their mirrors. If they are looking at anything else, such as a map, a GPS screen or their cellphone, then they are visually distracted from the...