As a New Jersey motorcycle enthusiast, you likely start itching to get your bike on the road as soon as springtime rolls around. Like most motorcyclists, you enjoy being on the open the road, under a big, blue sky. You also make sure to brush up on your riding skills,...
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How do trucking regulations aim to prevent drowsy driving?
Drowsy driving is a safety hazard on New Jersey roads, especially when it comes to semi-trucks. After all, in a truck accident between an 80,000-pound semi-truck and a 2,000-pound automobile, the laws of physics generally mean that the automobile and its occupants will come off worse for wear. Because of...
Car crashes can lead to serious injuries, including whiplash
A car accident can happen in a split-second. While some car crashes in New Jersey are minor, perhaps only causing some property damage, other auto accidents result in serious injuries to those involved. Some of these injuries may include head injuries, concussions, broken bones and spinal cord injuries. One common...
4 common motorcycle wrecks and tips for avoiding them
Now that riding season is here, it is also the time for motorcycle accidents to become a problem again here in New Jersey. Even experienced riders could use a refresher about what to do when an irresponsible car or truck driver puts them in a dangerous situation and life-changing injuries...
Who can be held liable for a New Jersey bus accident?
Not everyone in New Jersey owns a car, or even wants to drive on our state's congested streets and highways. Some people prefer to take the bus to get from point A to point B. Sometimes these bus trips are short commutes across town, while other times they are longer...
Helmet use and motorcycle accident lawsuits
Spring is here, and as the weather continues to warm up more motorcyclists in New Jersey will be taking to the road on their bikes. Safety is an important issue when it comes to riding motorcycles, and one of the best precautions a biker can take is to wear a...
Auto-pedestrian accidents could lead to a wrongful death claim
According to data from the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. is the highest it has been in 28 years, with over 6,200 auto-pedestrian crash fatalities in 2018. This is significant, as many people in New Jersey prefer to walk to their destinations, rather...
What types of damages can I seek in a wrongful death claim?
The loss of a loved one is never easy. Sometimes a loved one's death comes after a long illness or simply due to old age. However, sometimes a person's death is caused by the negligence of another, for example, due to an accident caused by a drunk driver. These deaths...
We help those injured in commercial vehicle accidents
It is easy to see why a collision in New Jersey involving a large commercial vehicle such as a semi-truck can cause catastrophic damage. After all, these trucks can weigh upwards of 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. Such a massive vehicle has the laws of physics on its side in...
Are fatal truck accidents becoming more common?
All motorists in New Jersey must drive with due care, but this is especially true for those driving semi-trucks. This is because, when it comes to truck accidents, a standard 2,000-pound automobile is simply no match for an 80,000-pound fully loaded semi-truck. And, unfortunately, these types of accidents seem to...