Category: Car Accidents

How a Car Accident Can Cause a Stroke

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • February 26, 2024

Car accidents are an unfortunately common reality across the country, and New Jersey is no exception. Each year, millions suffer injuries, not only immediately in the accident but also those emerging in the aftermath. While strokes are unlikely to occur as a direct result of the car accident as it occurs, it is one of…

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Can a Car Crash Cause a Heart Attack?

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • February 12, 2024

Car crashes are devastating events, both physically and emotionally. The instantaneous trauma, the rush of adrenaline, and the aftermath of such incidents can deeply impact survivors in more ways than one might anticipate. Beyond fractures and bruises lies a concern that is often overlooked: the potential for a car crash to precipitate a heart attack….

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What Are the Most Common Defective Car Parts?

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • January 31, 2024

Countless Americans drive a motor vehicle each day, and while some of them get to and from their location with no issues, many others are involved in an accident – some of which could be related to defective car parts. Understanding the most common defective car parts allows you to take the appropriate precautions to…

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How Common Are Fog-Related Crashes?

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • January 26, 2024

Driving under foggy conditions represents a significant challenge, even to the most skillful motorists. Danger is created by visibility issues that compromise your ability to react promptly to changing road environments and potential hazards. Fog occurs more often than most people consider, so it’s essential to understand how fog-related crashes occur and how to mitigate…

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New Jersey Drunk Driving Statistics

Car Accidents • December 21, 2023

In 2021, 15,650 people were killed in alcohol-related collisions in the United States – the highest number of such deaths since 2006.  This staggering number represented 36 percent of all U.S. traffic fatalities.  During that same year, 220 people died in drunk driving accidents in New Jersey, accounting for 31 percent of all traffic deaths….

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How to Prove That a Vehicle Defect Caused a Crash

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • November 15, 2023

Vehicle defects can substantially compromise road safety leading to catastrophic accidents with serious repercussions. When these faults go undetected or unaddressed, they pose dangerous risks to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians alike. In personal injury claims where a vehicle defect may have caused the crash, it’s crucial to prove this defect in order to successfully pursue…

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Dealing With PTSD After a Severe Accident

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • June 27, 2023

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that can occur after an individual witnesses or is involved in a traumatic event. Symptoms may include: Intrusive memories and flashbacks Nightmares and insomnia Emotional avoidance and numbness Hyperarousal, such as being easily startled or having an extreme response to triggers Negative changes in mood…

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Top 8 Ways to Prevent an Injury in a Car Crash

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • June 27, 2023

No one expects to be involved in a car crash, but the unfortunate reality is that accidents happen every day. While some crashes are unavoidable, there are steps you can take to prevent injuries in the event of a collision. By following these tips, you can drastically reduce the risk of a serious injury. If…

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