In many car accident cases, the defense will argue that the plaintiff was partially to blame for the crash in question. Their goal here is to trigger New Jersey’s comparative fault statute, which allows the jury to assign fault between the plaintiff and the defendant...
New Jersey has some of the busiest highways in the nation and this means a high number of car accidents. When you are injured in a car accident caused by someone else, you may want to hold the other driver accountable for their actions. This is done through a personal...
If you have been bitten by a dog, it is generally in your best interest to seek medical attention. Dog bites can result in several types of injuries, ranging from mild to severe. Some common dog bite injuries may result in: Scratches Lacerations Puncture wounds Loss...
In January, the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety released its preliminary data about fatal traffic accidents in the state in 2023, and there was some good news. Overall, there were 585 fatal crashes reported in New Jersey in 2023, down from 646 the year...
Imagine two different driving scenarios. In the first, you have a small city street with a complicated design, numerous traffic signals, and dozens of vehicles and pedestrians. In the second, you have a wide-open rural road with just a few cars, a simple design and...
Christmas is fast approaching and it’s an exciting time. The holidays are also a very busy period. While driving always has the potential to be dangerous, there are a number of hazards that road users must be aware of during the holidays. Outlined below are some of...
Insurance coverage is one of many mandatory expenses associated with motor vehicle ownership. New Jersey state law requires that every driver carry liability coverage in case they cause a crash. Those involved in a wreck typically expect to file an insurance claim...
In New Jersey, dog owners are generally liable for any injuries caused when their pets bite another person, given that the victim is in a public place or is not trespassing on private property. It usually does not matter whether the dog has any history of vicious...
There are many reasons why auto accidents happen in New Jersey. One common cause is if a driver is under the influence. Many might view this as being alcohol-related. There is no doubt that a significant number of collisions are due to drunk drivers. However, drugs...
In the United States, car crashes are shockingly common. In fact, there are nearly 600 car accidents every hour of every day, every year. And, nearly 100 people die every day as a result of these collisions. Unfortunately, even when we look behind these fatalities,...