Monmouth County in New Jersey has several roads that are particularly hazardous. Understanding the unique risks associated with these roads is crucial for drivers, whether they are residents or just passing through. The dense traffic of Monmouth County, combined with the diverse nature of its roads, from high-speed highways to congested local streets, requires drivers to be […]
One of the most devastating injuries that can occur as a result of a car wreck is a traumatic amputation. This injury involves the sudden loss of a limb or body part and can occur during high-impact events. The abruptness and severity of this injury cause immediate physical trauma and long-term physical and psychological impacts. […]
The law in New Jersey requires that those involved in a motor vehicle collision file a timely report with state authorities. Police officers will come to investigate the crash and will file a report with the state that ultimately determines who is at fault for the crash and therefore liable for the damages caused by […]
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has collected car crash data from New Jersey and all across the United States for the last decade with their Fatality Analysis Reporting System or FARS. One key finding from the data is that for the past three years straight, there has been a steady rise in fatal collisions […]
In addition to being painful, debilitating shoulder injuries can significantly impact the quality of your life in New Jersey. To effectively prevent and treat shoulder injuries resulting from a car crash, it is crucial to understand the five common types. Whiplash When your car collides with another vehicle or object, your body may suddenly and […]
If a truck collides with your vehicle, you may incur serious injuries as well as extensive property damage. New Jersey law allows you to take legal action against those who caused your losses such as the truck driver or the company that employs the driver. Other parties may also be found liable for damages depending […]
Autumn in New Jersey features shorter days, falling leaves and greater chances for precipitation. Ultimately, you will likely have to contend with driving in the dark as well as slick roads. Furthermore, you may also have to contend with kids riding or biking to school as well as animals crossing roads and wandering in yards […]
Back injuries resulting from car crashes are a significant concern and can have long-lasting consequences for New Jersey accident victims. Every year, people suffer from varying degrees of back injuries due to the forces exerted during automobile accidents. The spine, composed of vertebrae, discs and delicate nerves, is particularly susceptible to damage in these high-impact […]
Sometimes, accurate allocation of fault for a motor vehicle collision is easy to establish. One of the people involved in the wreck may have done something obviously unsafe or illegal, like choosing to drive after drinking, that clearly renders them the one culpable for the collision because the other driver at issue was driving safely, […]
Each year, thousands of car accidents take place in New Jersey, ranging from minor fender benders to severe collisions leading to major property damage and injury. In the aftermath of an auto accident, it’s critical to ensure that you assess yourself and your fellow passengers for injury. Certain types of injuries are more common due […]
