When an overloaded truck causes your accident, you might assume the driver is solely responsible. However, multiple parties can often share the blame. Thus, understanding who may be liable helps you seek full payment for your injuries. Why overloaded trucks put you at...
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3 serious safety hazards for motorcycle riders in the spring
As winter slowly turns to spring, many motorcycle riders get ready for their first ride of the year. They bring their bikes out of storage and perform seasonal maintenance. They start waiting for temperatures to get high enough for them to tolerate the wind chill on...
Passenger rights after a New Jersey car crash
Riding as a passenger often feels simple. You trust the driver, buckle up and focus on getting to your destination. Yet, when a crash happens on the road, the situation can shift in seconds. Medical bills start arriving. Workdays get missed. Questions about who pays...
What is loss of consortium after a deadly car crash?
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...
What are the hidden costs of surviving a drunk driving crash?
The moments after a drunk driving crash are often chaotic and overwhelming. For survivors, the impact rarely ends when the wreckage is cleared from the road. What follows will usually be a long and exhausting process of recovery, adjustment and unexpected loss. Many...
4 tips to stay safe during winter on New Jersey roads
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...
Wrongful death vs. survival action
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...
Why do many drunk drivers fail to notice their impairment?
Drunk driving is illegal under state statutes, which federal policies help to reinforce. Between driver's education requirements and public awareness campaigns, awareness of that fact is all but universal. Most people know that they can't drive after drinking, but not...
How can you prove distracted driving in court?
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...
The dangers of jackknifing trucks
Big trucks are a common sight on New Jersey highways. Most days, they move safely. But sometimes, a truck can “jackknife.” This is a very dangerous type of crash. A jackknife happens when the truck’s trailer swings out to the side. The truck and trailer fold in like a...

