Car accidents can be stressful, confusing and even frightening experiences. No one is fully prepared for such instances. However, it is essential to be aware of what to do in the aftermath of a crash to protect yourself legally. One of the most critical things to...
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Who pays when someone without insurance causes a crash?
The risk of a car crash is a natural byproduct of using personal motor vehicle transportation. Dozens of people experience property damage and even significant injuries because of collisions every day in the Garden State. Sometimes, those affected by a crash will have...
Why do people get behind the wheel while drunk?
Drunk driving is dangerous, and anyone who learns how to drive is informed of this, yet some people still do it. This contributes to a significant percentage of accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 32 people in the U.S....
Whiplash can be more dangerous than you think
Some think of whiplash as a minor injury that can be easily treated. However, the reality is that this injury can be much more serious and debilitating than many people realize. If left untreated, it may have some long-term effects, such as ringing in the ears,...
3 common types of distracted driving
While there are many different types of distracted driving, there are three that are most common: visual (taking your eyes off the road), manual (taking your hands off the wheel), and cognitive (not being entirely focused on driving). Let's take a closer look at each...
Keeping your kids occupied during car trips can make you safer
You do your best to avoid distracted driving, so you turn down the radio, eat before you go and put your smartphone on mute. What can you do about the kids? Studies have shown that parents are at a distinct disadvantage out there on the roads when their kids are in...
4 tips that will help you survive your drive this winter
It’s that time of year again when folks find both their daily commutes and their annual treks to their relative’s houses complicated by all manner of winter weather – like sleet, snow and ice on the roads. Hibernating until spring isn’t really an option, but you can...
The reason for most wrong-way accidents
If you’ve been involved in a wrong-way accident, you know how hard it is to avoid. It happens so quickly because the other car is in a place that you would never expect and it’s moving directly toward you. In a lot of cases, people who are involved in these accidents...
2 reasons not to drink coffee in the car
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in America. Most people drink it every day. A lot of these people take a cup of coffee with them on their morning commute or even pick it up at a local coffee shop on the way to work. However, despite the fact that it is common...
Car crashes can cause painful, debilitating TMJ disorders
It’s not uncommon to suffer whiplash in a crash. This typically happens when the head suddenly moves back and forth with the impact of the collision. Most people picture whiplash victims with braces and other contraptions to stabilize their neck, which is often where...