Car Accidents

In a recent post in this blog, pedestrian dangers in busy city areas were discussed. Urban congestion contributes to a large number of accidents in New Jersey and elsewhere in the country, but is by no means the only way for pedestrians to be struck by cars. In 2014,...

Pedestrian accidents have long been an issue for people in crowded metropolitan areas, many of whom walk several blocks to work from parking garages or public transportation stops. New Jersey is no exception – fatal accidents involving pedestrians and motor...

In states that have congested, multi-lane freeways like the New Jersey Turnpike, chain reaction crashes are inevitable. This is especially true during the winter months when road and weather conditions are less than ideal. Traffic congestion is often just one factor...

You face the possibility of a car accident every time you’re on the road, but there are some times of the year that are more dangerous than others. The attorneys at Escandon, Fernicola, Anderson & Covelli, LLP, understand the risks confronting New Jersey residents...

According to the Department of Law and Public Safety, pedestrian deaths in New Jersey numbered 170 in 2014, more than 30 percent of all traffic deaths in the state. Those statistics put New Jersey well ahead of the national average of 14 percent. The Centers for...

A car accident can be so sudden and shocking that you don’t know exactly what to do next. The trauma from the incident, even if injuries are minor, may turn the entire event into a whirlwind of activity that leads you wondering what just happened after it’s all over....

If you’re like many people in New Jersey and throughout the country, you might think autumn is the best time of year. The beautiful changing leaves, the welcome reprieve from the hot summer sun and the upcoming holidays are things that you might look forward to....

You and other New Jersey residents spend millions of dollars on auto insurance every year. Hopefully, you may never be in an injury accident or have any other reason to file a claim with your insurance provider. In the event that it is necessary to seek compensation...

Determining fault in some automobile accidents is much easier than in others. In fact, it is not uncommon for serious questions to be raised over why and how a collision occurred. In such cases, it may be necessary to conduct a comprehensive automobile accident...