Blog: Auto Accidents
- 3 tips that can help you handle winter driving
Dec 19, 2022
Winter weather forces many drivers to encounter dangerous road conditions. Regardless of how often you have traveled a road, ice, snow and slush can create serious dangers. Knowing what mistakes to avoid is a must in winter weather driving conditions. This will help you stay safe and avoid an accident. 1. Keep your tires properly inflated While this may seem obvious, you must ensure your tires are inflated properly when cold outside. If your tires...Read More - 5 safety tips for traveling this holiday season
Nov 18, 2022
Many people travel to see friends and family members during the holiday season. The increase in traffic means that everyone on the roads needs to ensure they’re driving safely. There are several things that drivers and their passengers can do to get to their destination without incident: 1. Prepare for the trip Ensure the vehicle is ready for the trip and everyone has what they need. It’s a good idea to pack up an emergency...Read More - Common hidden injuries after an auto accident
Sep 6, 2022
When a car accident occurs, your body enters a fight or flight mode, releasing adrenaline and other hormones to help you deal with the stress. Even though the hormones themselves aren’t dangerous, they can mask potential injuries you have experienced. Even minor auto accidents can cause serious injuries. It’s essential to get checked by a medical professional after an auto accident, even if you feel fine. There’s a good chance your body is hiding injuries...Read More - Brake checking could put your life at risk
Aug 26, 2022
When you’re on the roads, you know that you have to be cautious about the way you drive. You need to follow the rules and pay attention to the road. If you get too close to another driver, you may not be able to stop if they have to stop quickly. Most people won’t stop suddenly without a reason, but there are some people who will get frustrated by others following them too closely and...Read More - Why is drunk driving so dangerous?
Jul 24, 2022
Dozens of people are killed in drunk driving crashes every day in the U.S. For this reason, cracking down on drunk driving is one of the top priorities of law enforcement. The laws regarding drunk driving are not arbitrary. Being intoxicated has been scientifically shown to decrease an individual’s ability to drive safely. Outlined below are some of the more precise effects being intoxicated has on a person’s ability to navigate the roadways. Visual impairments...Read More - Common causes of semitruck accidents
Jun 11, 2022
New Jersey residents know that driving in The Garden State can be nerve-wracking. Some would say that the roadways in New Jersey are accidents waiting to happen with all of their twists and turns, narrow lanes and extremely steep hills. Unfortunately, sharing these roads with all the semitrucks out there can make every trip dangerous. There are many factors that lead to truck accidents Truckers often find themselves trying to negotiate these dangerous roads while...Read More - Drowsy driving can be as deadly as drunk driving
Mar 21, 2022
Drivers must ensure that they’re in the proper condition to operate a vehicle. This includes being physically able to handle the vehicle, but it also means being mentally ready. There are many things that can have a negative impact on a driver’s ability to drive safely. While you might think about drunk driving when you think of negligent driving, there’s another risk that can be just as deadly. This is drowsy driving. A drowsy driver can...Read More - A TBI can have emotional and psychological effects
Feb 6, 2022
A serious brain injury suffered in a car crash or other accident can have major, long-term implications. Not only is your body affected, but your mind and emotions can be as well. Each person varies in their physical response to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Furthermore, each TBI is different in severity and the portion of the brain that is impacted. The therapy regimen that people with a TBI need to follow to recover to...Read More - What are your rights after a hit-and-run wreck in New Jersey?
Dec 23, 2021
New Jersey law requires that all drivers stop to check after a collision and then call to report the matter to the police if there is any property damage or injuries to people. Most of the time, drivers waiting to make a police report will exchange insurance information. Sometimes, drivers may intentionally speed off from the scene of a collision, even if their vehicle is not in perfect operating condition anymore. What happens with your...Read More - Distinctions between reckless and careless driving in New Jersey
Sep 29, 2021
There are numerous driving offenses that can potentially be lodged against New Jersey road users. Two frequent offenses are reckless and careless driving. Often, there can be confusion over the difference between these two offenses. However, the consequences of being charged with one crime or the other are gravely different. Reckless driving is considered a more serious offense that brings more severe punishments. As a result, it is important to try and distinguish between the...Read More