Car Accidents

For previous generations of drivers, it was common knowledge that the back seat was safer than the front. The front seat was closer to the impact point in the head-on collision, and people were more likely to suffer severe injuries. Fatalities were less common in the...

Distracted driving is unsafe. Digital distraction, in particular, is at least partially illegal under current New Jersey statutes. The state prohibits the manual use of mobile technology while driving. People shouldn't send or read text messages or post to social...

If you are injured in a car crash, getting adequate compensation could be crucial to cover the costs of treatment for your injuries, the time off work you may need and other costs you incur. Gathering evidence such as photos can improve your chances of securing...

As we move into the fall, there will likely be a drop in fatal car accidents. This decline will mostly involve one specific age group: Teenage drivers. They are going to cause fewer fatal car accidents in the fall than they did over the summer, and everyone will be...

When you are involved in a car accident, you need to exchange information with the other driver before leaving the scene. But what details do you need to collect?  Here are the details to exchange: 1. Personal information Anyone involved in an accident in New Jersey...

After a car accident, victims may suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). A TBI is caused by a strike or blow to the head that may have led to brain damage. This could happen if a victim’s head was struck by a foreign object or hit the steering wheel upon the impact...

Have you ever thought about how a single moment can alter your entire life? For many, that kind of consequential moment occurs in the form of a motor vehicle accident. Whether you're commuting to work or enjoying a weekend drive, the relatively unexpected can happen...

New Jersey follows the comparative negligence rule. This plays a crucial role in car accident claims. It allows for allocating fault among all parties involved in an accident.  Understanding how this law impacts your car accident claim is important, as it can...

Some people get so used to driving each day that they don’t find it that challenging. However, whether we realize it or not, driving is a highly complex activity that demands a lot of attention.  Fast reaction times can save lives. The faster a person’s reaction...

Almost all drivers have been stuck in traffic at one time or another. In these frustrating situations, it's tempting to ride the bumper of the car ahead, hoping to pressure them to go faster. This behavior, known as tailgating, is a common yet incredibly dangerous...