Year: 2020

When Lyft or Uber drivers cause crashes while in the process of transporting a passenger, you likely know what to do next. You contact the insurance company provided by the rideshare company while the driver is on the clock. Then, that insurance provider will pay for the fees associated with the incident, such as damage…

If you are riding in an Uber or Lyft and your rideshare driver gets into a collision, under current procedures, pursuing a case is relatively straightforward.  The Minimal Trouble Perspective An article in Fortune Magazine recounts a story from the point of view of an Uber passenger who was involved in a crash while traveling…

Whenever you are using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft, it is crucial to take a few necessary safety precautions. This is not just so you can be safe in the event of a New Jersey car accident. Uber accidents can happen to anyone. Even with a responsible rideshare driver in New Jersey, you…

In theory, taking a ride in a rideshare vehicle sounds like a great idea. You just have to use your smartphone, wherever you may be, and hail a ride to where you need to go. However, many people have come to the conclusion that rideshares may not be as good as they seem. What began…

Bridgewater, NJ (July 15, 2020) – On Monday, July 13, a man from Pennsylvania was killed after falling 30 feet from a warehouse roof in Bridgewater. The incident took place at the Brook Warehouse located at the 5 block of Van Veghten Drive. Frank Bartholomew, 34, a roof worker, fell from through the roof at…

Warren, NJ (July 14, 2020) – The identity of the woman killed in a car accident in Warren on yesterday night has been identified. On Monday, July 13, Sandra Rezk, 25, was killed in a multi-vehicle collision in Somerset County. The accident occurred on I-78 near milepost 36.2.  The accident reportedly involved three vehicles. Rezk…

Irvington, NJ (July 14, 2020) – At least one person was injured following a car accident in Irvington on Monday, July 13, at around 3:55 a.m. on Garden State Parkway (NJ-444).  Three vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash located north of exit 144. The vehicles involved in the collision sustained significant damage. One injured…

Newark, NJ (July 13, 2020) – A crash in the Newark area resulted in lane closures on a major highway on Monday, July 13. The collision occurred at around 6:03 p.m. The site of the crash was located at the I-78 off-ramp to US-1.  At this time, few details on the accident have been reported….

Warren, NJ (July 14, 2020) – A multi-vehicle collision in Warren left one person dead on Monday, July 13, according to reports from the New Jersey State Police. The accident occurred at around 6:40 p.m. near milepost 36.2 on I-78. All lanes on the highway were closed while investigators were present at the scene.  The…

Reaching a fair settlement agreement with an insurance provider involves a lengthy process of negotiation. The dollar value at stake is high in a personal injury claim, but the essential principles of negotiation are still present. New Jersey Settlement Negotiation Process During any negotiation, there are three key pieces of information: The general value range…