At any given moment, there are a great many cars on the road. Some of those cars will be operated by drivers who have become complacent behind the wheel. Aside from driving, many motorists are texting, eating, listening to music, or engaging with passengers in their vehicle. Trying to multitask while driving has led to countless accidents and many injuries and deaths on the road. These distracted driving accidents can happen anytime, whether in heavy commuter traffic or during the late night hours. What Constitutes Distracted Driving in NJ? When people think of “distracted driving,” they tend to think about texting and driving. This is because cell phone use constitutes a large chunk of distracted driving-related car accidents, but they…

A car accident can be a harrowing experience for all involved. Even a simple “fender bender” can result in injuries that stick with you for the long term. And on the other end of the spectrum, there are accidents that may seem minor and after which you might feel perfectly fine and healthy. The spectrum of how you feel following a car accident likely plays a big role in your decision to see a doctor afterwards. But it is important to know that, sometimes, it is better for you to see a doctor regardless of how you feel — even if it was just a minor car accident. Adrenaline Can Mask Symptoms of a Car Crash Injury For starters, car…

As a parent, the safety of your child or children is something you will worry about forever. They will be full-blown adults at some point, and you will still be thinking about keeping them safe. Many might see this as overprotective, but that is not the case. It is your job to protect your children from the dangers of the world as they grow and learn to handle those dangers on their own. Kids like to run without a care, and, unfortunately, that can lead to a pedestrian accident at the hands of a distracted or negligent driver. Read on to learn about some important tips to keep your child pedestrian safe from harm. Practice What You Teach When It…

Car owners need to understand liability laws when they decide to loan out their vehicle to prepare for the possibility that the borrower could be involved in an unforeseen car accident. Car Insurance In New Jersey It’s a common misconception that car insurance is attached to the driver who owns the policy rather than the vehicle the policy covers. In contrast, insurance follows the vehicle that is insured regardless of who is in control of the car. It’s crucial for car owners to understand that loaning out their car also means loaning out your car insurance policy. If you willingly allow someone to driver your car, then you are ultimately taking responsibility for their actions. Liability Laws in New Jersey…

When you think of a car accident it is typical to think of a vehicle crashing into another vehicle while on the road. And while an intersection, a heavy traffic situation or merge is a typical scene to place the accident at, there are actually many incidents that take place outside of that setting. This was recently showcased at a bookstore in New Jersey when an SUV crashed through the storefront, injuring a bookstore employee. The vehicle came through the storefront in the afternoon, right in the register section where the clerks were working. The accident broke two glass windows and the awning above them was left hanging above the crash site. The bookstore employee sustained an injury to her…