Blog: Car Accidents
- When to See a Doctor After a Car Accident in New Jersey
Nov 6, 2018
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...Read More - Child Pedestrian Safety Tips
Oct 9, 2018
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...Read More - Liability In New Jersey Car Accidents with a Borrowed Vehicle
Jul 17, 2018
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...Read More - SUV Crashes Through Storefront Injuring Worker
Jun 19, 2018
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...Read More - Car Accidents With Uninsured or Underinsured Drivers
Jun 4, 2018
Getting into a car accident is never a pleasant situation, but thankfully accident insurance is designed to limit the financial repercussions of being involved in a motor vehicle crash. In the state of New Jersey, laws require motorists to carry a very minimal amount of liability insurance to cover the costs of an accident. Unfortunately, this minimum threshold rarely covers the full costs of an accident, and some car owners fail to adhere to insurance...Read More - Talking on a Cell Phone While Driving: Is It Negligent?
Mar 14, 2018
Many states and cities ban texting while driving. Texting, as well as activities like searching an address book or music list or checking social media while driving, is commonly seen as negligence, or a failure to use due care while driving. While some locales likewise ban talking on a cell phone while driving, the question of whether having a phone conversation while driving is negligent is less clear. Negligence is the legal standard that determines...Read More - Holiday Driving Safety
Dec 28, 2017
The Insurance Institute’s statistics report that New Year’s Eve is consistently reported to have the highest car crash fatalities every year between 1986 and 2002. According to experts, driving on holidays is much more dangerous than driving on other days because of the increased amount of traffic and a greater likelihood of alcohol-impaired drivers. Holidays greatly increase alcohol consumption during family gatherings, work parties, and other related events, so it’s important to be extra cautious. Impaired...Read More - Auto Insurance – Insurance Coverage
Dec 6, 2017
The state of New Jersey requires all drivers to obtain personal injury protection coverage through an auto insurance provider, but it’s important to understand what type of coverage and rights you have in the event of an accident. When you sign up for insurance, carefully read your policy and look for the limits of your coverage. If you choose a “Full Tort” policy, then your premiums will likely be higher. The benefit of this option is...Read More - Dangers of Drowsy Driving
Dec 4, 2017
If you have recently been injured in a car accident that you believe is tied to another party’s drowsy driving, this could be a critical element of establishing liability so that you can recover as much compensation as you can for the injuries you have sustained. Unfortunately, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shares that drowsy driving is a widespread epidemic across motorists all over the country. In 2013, more than 44,000 injuries, 800 deaths, and...Read More - The Most Dangerous Times To Drive
Nov 22, 2017
Statistically, August is the most dangerous month to drive according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The group also concludes that Saturday is the most dangerous day of the week. While many different issues contribute to road safety levels, the most impactful factor is the overall number of drivers on the road. Most motor vehicle accidents happen when people are driving home from work in rush hour traffic between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m...Read More