Motor Vehicle Accidents

One thing that cyclists fear is the prospect of a driver or passenger opening their door in their path. It only takes one such occasion to end their life or leave them with severe injuries. While they might manage to stop and avoid harm, often there is not enough time...

Proud parents generally want to do all they can to protect their child, and they may start to take care in areas they previously did not worry much about. One step a lot of parents take is to put a "baby on board" sticker on the rear window of their car. Even though...

In theory, technology should make drivers much better. You are less likely to get involved in an accident while backing up in a parking lot, for example, if you have a backup camera. You are less likely to cause an accident while switching lanes on the interstate if...

Fatal accident rates are higher on rural roads than they are on urban streets. This is often a surprise to drivers who find the city to be congested and confusing, but who think that rural roads are generally simple and safe. Despite the differences in how it feels to...

For many workers, the majority of their driving is just commuting. They spend a half hour driving to the office in the morning and another half hour driving home at night. This is a drive they would never make if they were not employed, but they make it consistently...

If you were hurt due to another party’s negligence, the law sets a maximum period within which you can file a lawsuit to recover compensation. This is known as the statute of limitations. The deadline for most personal injury cases in New Jersey is two years from the...

After a crash, you might feel like the insurance company holds all the cards. They act quickly, calling with pointed questions and pushing paperwork while you’re still coming to terms with your injuries. They might even offer you a fast, easy check to settle your...

Car accidents happen every day, and some causes are more common than others. Understanding these causes can help drivers stay safe on the road. Distracted driving Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents in New Jersey. Whether it's texting, talking...

Most people associate traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) with football and other contact sports. However, car accidents are one of the leading causes of TBIs. It's crucial to recognize the signs of a TBI, because a delay in treatment could be the difference between life...

For many drivers, the light turning green ahead of them simply signifies that they can proceed through the intersection without worry. Drivers may not even bother to look both ways. They know that they have the right of way, so they just keep their eyes forward the...