Category: Car Accidents

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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Who is Liable in a Multi-Car Accident?

Car Accidents • April 30, 2023

If you live in New Jersey, it’s important to understand the state’s no-fault insurance system and how it applies to multi-car accidents.  In the event of a car accident, each driver’s insurance company is responsible for paying their own medical expenses, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. This is different from the…

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Is New Jersey a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?

Car Accidents • April 30, 2023

Experiencing a car accident can be deeply distressing and may leave you feeling as though your life has spiraled out of control. However, if you find yourself in a car crash in New Jersey, help is available. The state’s no-fault car accident laws are in place to offer you some financial relief. In New Jersey,…

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Who is Liable in a Commercial Truck Accident?

Car Accidents,Personal Injury • March 28, 2023

If you’ve been in a truck accident, you know that it’s not like any other motor vehicle accident. The consequences can be much more serious and the financial burden much greater. Once you’re out of immediate danger, you will need to start thinking about who is responsible for the accident so that you can get…

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What To Do After a New Jersey Bus Accident

Car Accidents,Injury,Personal Injury • February 15, 2023

On February 14, 2023, at approximately 7:35 a.m. in Elizabeth, New Jersey a NJ Transit Bus crashed into a cement truck on the New Jersey Turnpike, injuring several people.  To read more about the accident, click here.  Whether you commute or are traveling by bus for a one-time occurrence, it is important to know what…

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[Study] The Deadliest Roads in New Jersey

Car Accidents • December 15, 2022

The unfortunate reality of our motor vehicle-centric world is that a fatal crash can occur at any place and at any time.  Even if there are no other vehicles around, a mistake or vehicle defect can lead to a devastating collision. While all of this is true, are there areas on our roadways where the…

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New Jersey Seat Belt Laws

Car Accidents • August 31, 2022

Motor vehicle crashes are incredibly common, causing severe injuries and fatalities every day. It’s important to follow all safety guidelines any time you’re on the road as a driver or a passenger. The New Jersey seat belt laws are in place to protect as many people as possible, and it’s important that you always abide…

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