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- Tips for Getting Behind the Wheel After a Serious Car Accident
Oct 15, 2022
Being in a car accident can change your confidence the next time you’re on the road. You may feel more scared and anxious, especially when another vehicle gets too close to you. It may take some extra work and planning to feel comfortable driving again after a serious car accident, however, not all hope is lost. We have compiled a list of tips to help you regain your confidence when driving after an accident: Don’t...Read More - Road Hazards and Liability for Motor Vehicle Accidents
Aug 25, 2022
Road hazards are unfortunately an unavoidable occurrence for most drivers. While most vehicles are fine hitting the occasional pothole, in some cases, a road hazard can lead to a devastating motor vehicle accident. But who can be held liable for the injuries and property damage that may result from an auto accident that was triggered by a road hazard? That’s what we answer below: Common Road Hazards Some of the most frequent road hazards that...Read More - Common Backseat Passenger Injuries
Aug 13, 2022
While cars have become much safer in recent decades, backseat passengers still remain at risk of serious injuries compared to front seat passengers. It is important to understand how sitting in the back seat can be dangerous and what you can do to protect yourself while sitting in the rear seats, especially in the event of a car accident. Common Injuries Suffered by Backseat Passengers in Car Crashes Unfortunately, surveys have found that many backseat...Read More - Be Safe!
Aug 5, 2022
The first thing we all want is to be safe. Driving a car – especially in New Jersey – can be dangerous. One way to be safe on the road is just don’t drive. Use a rideshare, like Uber. What to Do if You’re Injured in an Uber Accident Now, it’s true that Uber vehicles are sometimes involved in accidents. At Courtlaw, we handle Uber accidents. If you have the misfortune of being in an...Read More - Save Money With Uber and Lyft
Jul 27, 2022
Are you an employer in New Jersey? Inflation is affecting everyone, nowadays. Nowhere is that more apparent than with the price of gas. If you are an employer who provides a vehicle for your employees, you’ve been suffering as the price of gas went through the roof. Know how to save money? Send your workers where you need them to go in a Lyft or Uber vehicle. You won’t have the expense of gas, parking, and...Read More - CourtLaw Fights and Wins!! Justice is Done!!
Jul 12, 2022
“Better late than never” is an old saying that applies to so many things, including justice. Here at CourtLaw, we were recently reminded of this when we prevailed in a very significant appeal before the Appellate Division of the New Jersey Superior Court. This victory on appeal is proof that at CourtLaw, we mean what we say when we promise to fight for you. A CourtLaw client was involved in two different motor vehicle accidents. In...Read More - Suing an Uninsured Driver for Damages in New Jersey
Jun 5, 2022
When you are injured in a car accident, you may find recovering compensation more complicated when the at-fault driver is uninsured. Your ability to obtain a financial recovery from an uninsured driver after a car accident will depend on various factors, including the financial assets of the at-fault driver, your own insurance coverage, and whether other parties may have liability for your injuries and losses. What is an Uninsured Driver? In New Jersey, drivers are...Read More - Steps to Take after an Accident with an UberEats Driver
Jun 1, 2022
Being involved in a car accident is difficult enough. But when you are hit by an UberEats driver, getting the compensation you need for your injuries can be difficult. It is important to know what steps you should take after being hurt in a crash with an UberEats driver so that you can protect your rights to seek financial recovery. Common Causes of UberEats Accidents Many accidents that are caused by an UberEats driver are...Read More - Most Common Ways Uber and Lyft Drivers Cause Accidents
May 14, 2022
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have, in recent years, become a popular alternative to the traditional taxi, as passengers can request rides through a mobile application and know the price of their ride before getting into the vehicle. However, Uber and Lyft drivers are just as susceptible to causing motor vehicle accidents as any other driver, if not more so due to the demands on a rideshare driver’s attention and the hours that many...Read More - Who’s at Fault for a Fatal Uber Accident?
May 2, 2022
A death that occurs in a car accident is always a tragedy. But pursuing compensation and justice for an innocent victim’s death in an auto accident can become more complex when the accident involves an Uber vehicle or was caused by an Uber driver. Options for financial recovery can depend on who was at fault for the accident and what the accident victim’s status was in the accident. Determining Fault for a Fatal Uber Accident...Read More