A misconception might exist regarding truck accidents in New Jersey. Namely, moving violations reflect the only basis for negligent collisions. Reviewing data about truck-involved crashes may reveal that a surprising number of incidents derive from poor maintenance....
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Distractions causing deadly crashes – Recent developments
Distracted driving has always been a danger on roadways and the ongoing health crisis has only made the situation worse. While New Jersey residents may equate distracted driving with using a cell phone behind the wheel, distractions can be cognitive just as much as...
Dangerous road conditions for truckers
The series of winter storm systems that have swept through New Jersey in February have created new hazards for truck drivers. A trucker traveling on the New Jersey Turnpike recently had a close call when a large sheet of snow became dislodged from the roof of an...
Trucking companies need to manage fatigue to reduce fatal crashes
A lot has been said about truck drivers and fatigue since the high profile crash between a Walmart truck and a famous comedian’s limo that resulted in one death and three hospitalizations. It demonstrated even safety conscious companies needed to make changes to...
Act calmly and wisely after a truck crash
Being involved in a crash with a semi-truck may be frightening and traumatic even if you are uninjured. But your safety and legal rights may depend on what you say and do after truck accidents. Unequal odds Vehicle motorists have a serious disadvantage in a crash with...
New Jersey entreated to enforce, add laws to avoid auto accidents
Auto accidents are a continuing problem in New Jersey causing serious injuries and fatalities. With research and analysis, road risks are made clearer not just to inform drivers what to look for, but for legislators and law enforcement to take steps to mitigate....
You do not need to have a BAC above .08 to cause a car crash
Did you lose a loved one in a drunk driving accident this past holiday season? Sadly, you are not alone. Drunk driving accidents are common in Hackensack and across the U.S., especially during the holidays. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports...
Should I accept a settlement offer for my car accident claim?
Most car accident victims just want to move on with their lives. They don’t want to relive their accident and struggle to cope with the ramifications of it, but the truth of the matter is that that’s exactly what most car accident victims are forced to do. A lot of...
Three tips for safe winter driving
Winter driving can intimidate even the most skilled motorists. With winter comes snow and ice, which can reduce visibility and traction. While New Jersey is not known for severe winter weather, certain parts of the state see plenty of snow, as well as the occasional...
Analysis finds New Jersey drivers are among the worst
A recent analysis of data concluded that New Jersey drivers are among the worst in the nation. In the study, New Jersey’s drivers ranked as the fourth worst among all the states in the country. New Jersey fared very poorly when compared with its regional neighbors,...