Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents

It’s important for seniors to remain independent for as long as possible, which typically entails having access to reliable transportation. However, driving risks can actually increase as one grows older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....

Almost everyone in New Jersey, as well as across the country, remembers the devastating crash on the New Jersey Turnpike that involved comedian Tracy Morgan. Reportedly, the truck driver who plowed into Mr. Morgan’s vehicle had been overly fatigued. Despite the lesson...

Distracted driving is an issue that affects everyone across the country, including in New Jersey. Anyone can drive while distracted, but this danger is particularly prevalent among drivers under the age of 20. Why? Cellphone use, of course, is tempting for teenagers...

As winter quickly approaches in New Jersey, the chances increase for motorists to be involved in serious accidents. The holiday traveling season, which began near Thanksgiving, will likely continue throughout Christmas and the New Year. Snow, ice and fog may create...

In 2013, the latest statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 542 total traffic fatalities in New Jersey. Research and crash data would mean that many of these deaths involved younger drivers. According to the National...

The loss of a loved one is a terrible thing for any family to have to endure. This tragedy is made even worse if it occurred as the result of someone else’s negligence or malicious intent. Car accidents are one of the most common ways for residents of New Jersey, and...

While millions of people happily travel by car across the state of New Jersey and the entire country every day, the truth of the matter is that driving presents a number of serious dangers to motorists. Drivers can follow road safety guidelines and take every...

It is impossible to accurately quantify the loss of a loved one, or truly appreciate how a sudden death can affect a family. Unfortunately, however, fatal automobile accidents happen every year and force families all across the state of New Jersey to realize the...

On-duty and off, New Jersey law enforcement officers are held to higher standards than the general public. After all, they understand the law better than anyone else and have the responsibility to set a good example for their fellow community members. In instances...

The attorneys at Escandon, Fernicola, Anderson & Covelli, L.L.P., are committed to helping accident victims and their families achieve the recognition and compensation they deserve. Sadly, the personal-injury cases that we handle frequently revolve around fatal...