Blog: Auto Accidents
- What is fatigued driving?
Mar 4, 2024
Adults lead busy lives, but that doesn’t mean they don’t’ need adequate rest. This is especially true for people who are driving because operating a vehicle while fatigued is a serious safety issue. Fatigued driving is an issue because it has the same effects as alcohol on driving abilities. Once a driver has been awake for 18 hours, the results are the same as having a blood alcohol concentration of .05%. By 20 hours without...Read More - Driving near large commercial trucks poses many hazards
Nov 21, 2023
Most trucks allowed to operate on public roadways do not seem very threatening, especially compared to tractor-trailers. However, accidents involving dump trucks happen nevertheless, often leaving victims with severe or catastrophic injuries. Like other trucks, these utilitarian vehicles pose specific auto accident hazards to nearby motorists and pedestrians. Here are a few reasons dump truck accidents can occur. Multiple blind spots Semi-trucks have blind spots that make it hard for the operator to see vehicles...Read More - Oversized pickup trucks have large blind spots
Oct 24, 2023
Pickup trucks have changed over the years. Modern versions are significantly oversized compared to even full-sized vehicles from a few decades ago. Pickup trucks are both taller and wider than they used to be. This size makes them very dangerous on the roads for a number of reasons, one of which is that they have significant blind spots. Say that a truck was stopped at an intersection to make a right turn and a child...Read More - 3 sources of compensation after a New Jersey drunk driving wreck
Aug 24, 2023
There are numerous laws restricting certain behaviors when people drive. In New Jersey, people generally need to follow all posted signage, comply with the speed limit and avoid engaging in behaviors that are known to be risky, such as drunk driving. Impaired motorists often assume that they can get home safely and then end up causing a preventable and potentially tragic collision. Those involved in a drunk driving crash should not have to accept and...Read More - What makes local journeys so dangerous?
Jul 1, 2023
If someone asked you to picture a car crash, you’d likely describe something on the interstate. A high-speed crash with wreckage strewn across the lanes. While crashes on major roads tend to be catastrophic due to the high speeds involved, one study found that almost 40% of all crashes occur within six minutes of setting off. That’s when you are probably still on local minor roads. Here is why: Many people are not ready to...Read More - How can drivers prepare for extreme heat?
May 5, 2023
New Jersey saw some ridiculously warm temperatures last summer, and it’s likely to do so again. As a driver, that can make things more dangerous. Planning for extreme temperatures in advance can help you stay safe. Here are some ways to do that: Expect road surfaces to be uneven The tarmac can melt. If you are traveling a route where a lot of heavy trucks pass, don’t be surprised to see them create ruts in...Read More - The tragedy of truck accidents
Apr 19, 2023
When it comes to motor vehicle accidents, crashes involving commercial trucks are particularly catastrophic. Injuries can be traumatic, requiring long-term rehabilitation. Many victims are permanently disabled. Tragically, countless lose their lives. The Department of Transportation reported 4,444 fatal crashes involving large trucks in 2020. Factors surrounding collisions The size and weight of trucks alone increase the chance of injuries. A variety of factors surrounding crashes reveal significantly more severity than other traffic accidents.: Truck drivers sit higher...Read More - 3 tips to stay safe on a long drive
Mar 28, 2023
With spring finally arriving, you might be planning longer drives as you venture beyond the house more often than you have in months. The extra daylight and improved weather make visiting relatives or far-off sites of interest a more attractive proposition. Yet the longer journeys required to get “there and back” mean weathering hazards that are often associated with traveling longer distances on U.S. roads. Here are a few tips to help you stay safe...Read More - How can post-traumatic amnesia affect you after a crash?
Feb 23, 2023
One of the most frightening effects of a concussion or other traumatic brain injury (TBI) is memory loss. This can happen if one or more of the areas of the brain that is involved in storing memories has been injured. This can result in post-traumatic amnesia (PTA). Post-traumatic amnesia can last for anywhere from hours to months or even longer, depending on how badly the brain was injured and how long it takes for the...Read More - How to establish fault in a car accident
Dec 28, 2022
A lot goes into determining fault after a car crash. However, while sometimes fault is easy to determine, especially if another driver rear-ends your car, other times it may not be easy. In such a case, if the other party doesn’t admit fault, you may have to go to court to hash out all the details of the accident. Here are some ways you can determine fault after a car crash in New Jersey. Use the...Read More