Rear-end car collisions occur on roads all across the United States. New Jersey drivers may worry about getting hit while stopped at a stop sign or intersection. While such incidents might be familiar, they don't reflect the only examples of rear-end vehicle...
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Is drowsy driving equivalent to drunk driving?
Drowsy driving is extremely prevalent because many people don't assume it's as dangerous as driving while intoxicated in New Jersey. Unfortunately, driving when you're fatigued slows your reaction time and can increase the risk of getting into car accidents. Studies...
The first few minutes of driving are the most dangerous
When you get behind the wheel in New Jersey, your mind is likely on where you're headed and what you're going to do there. Your mind knows that you've driven down your neighborhood road what seems like millions of times. The last thing that's likely on your mind is...
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise
In 2018, there were 6,283 people killed in traffic crashes. This number is higher than before. As a pedestrian (and we all are pedestrians sometimes!), you need to learn how to keep yourself safe. As a driver, you need to learn how to stay focused and avoid...
New Jersey road deaths increase in 2020
Data released by the New Jersey State Police reveals that road fatalities in the Garden State rose in 2020. There were 524 fatal accidents in New Jersey in both 2018 and 2019, but that figure increased to 553 in 2020. Roads across the United States were far quieter...
Can poor training create legal liability for a truck accident?
Anyone who drives a semi-truck or commercial truck knows that training to drive safely is very important. There are inherent risks to driving a large or heavy vehicle on the roads. In New Jersey, poor training can be the basis for legal liability in the event of a...
How is fault determined in a car accident?
If you're involved in a car accident, your New Jersey car insurance company will need to know who caused it. There are several factors that will be considered when determining who is liable for an accident, and in some cases, multiple parties may be responsible for...
Why truck accidents can be challenging
If you’ve ever been a victim of a car accident, you know how complex the situation can get in a short time. Thus, imagine how complicated a truck accident. While insurance claims and medical treatment are issues that need to be handled, determining who is at fault in...
Does the chance of a car accident increase in the winter?
Drivers who take to the roads during inclement weather may be risking not only their personal safety but that of others. Winter conditions increase the chances of sliding, skidding and spinning due to icy and snowy roads. Even at a slow speed, a vehicle could lose...
Avoid driving while distracted to save lives
Drivers in New Jersey know how tempting it can be to glance down at their cellphone for directions or to read a quick text. Doing so can be incredibly dangerous, however. Experts estimate that every day in the United States, nine people are killed due to distracted...

