Category: Car Accidents

Should you find yourself in a car accident, getting the police involved and having them complete an accident report is an important part of securing evidence and filing an insurance claim or a Jersey City personal injury lawsuit. To streamline this process, it’s essential to understand the law and what you need to do to…

In 2021, 15,650 people were killed in alcohol-related collisions in the United States – the highest number of such deaths since 2006.  This staggering number represented 36 percent of all U.S. traffic fatalities.  During that same year, 220 people died in drunk driving accidents in New Jersey, accounting for 31 percent of all traffic deaths….

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

Os anúncios no rádio, televisão e na internet estão sempre a dizer “Não gaste seu dinheiro, ganho arduamente em seguros… Venha à nossa companhia de seguros e compre uma apólice mais barata.” Hoje em dia, há sempre uma melhor maneira para gastar o nosso dinheiro, mas temos que perguntar se estas apólices de seguro mais…

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…