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...
Personal Injury
Why are rural roads more dangerous?
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...
3 dangers of driving over the holidays
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...
How often do drivers without insurance cause crashes?
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...
Can I sue after a police dog bites me?
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...
Should I be worried about legalized marijuana and auto crashes?
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...
Updated car crash statistics for 2023
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,...
DUIs are the biggest factor in New Jersey auto accident deaths
Part of determining how to make the New Jersey roads safer from auto accidents is by analyzing how and why they happen. The numbers take time to accrue and the latest information from the New Jersey State Police is for 2021. Despite the time lapse from then to 2023,...
Can I recover damages after my slip and fall?
Whether you are visiting a friend’s apartment or shopping at your local grocery store, you are at risk of slipping and falling due to a dangerous condition on the property. To file a slip-and-fall lawsuit to recover damages after your accident, you must show: There...
Common causes of car accidents
Car accidents are considered one of the primary concerns by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention because of how common they are and because of the damages and harm they can do to victims. It is helpful for car accident victims to be familiar with the common...