The phrase “distracted driving” is all but synonymous with mobile device use. People assume that distracted drivers who cause crashes texted or otherwise handled a mobile phone while driving. There's little question that digital distraction is a major safety concern....
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5 insurance tactics that could hurt your claim
Driving presents inherent risks, and accidents can occur unexpectedly. And when they do, the insurance claims process can be a daunting and intimidating experience. Insurance companies have developed tactics to reduce their liability, and it is crucial to be aware of...
What you should know about underride accidents
The possibility of an underride crash makes accidents involving trucks more likely to result in serious injuries or fatalities. When a smaller vehicle collides with a truck, it may end up beneath the truck. Here is what to know about underride accidents: How does it...
Why is the back seat no longer safest in a crash?
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...
4 motorcycle safety checks that could help save lives
If you are a motorcycle rider in New Jersey, you probably have a good safety riding kit, including eye protection, a helmet and protective clothing. This protection is important for your safety and well-being while navigating the roads, as it helps minimize the risk...
Can lane splitting cost motorcycle crash victims money?
“Lane splitting” is a term used to describe when a biker rides their motorcycle between two lanes of stopped or slow-moving cars. While this behavior is legal elsewhere – most notably in California -- it is not allowed in New Jersey. If you are a motorcyclist who has...
Talk-to-text software doesn’t prevent distracted driving
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...
What kind of photos could help in a crash claim?
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...
Why fatal car accidents decline in the fall
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...
Information to exchange with the other driver in a crash
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...

