Every year, over 600 people die in drowsy-driving-related crashes. Unfortunately, drivers do not always recognize the danger of putting themselves or others on the road when they get behind the wheel without adequate sleep. How do you know how tired is too tired? The...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What are the penalties for DUI in New Jersey?
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a very serious crime with very serious consequences. People convicted of DUI can face license suspension, jail time, and fines, all of which will affect numerous areas of life. Because DUI penalties are often severe, it is...
What types of compensation can I recover after an NJ car accident?
If you or someone you know recently sustained an injury in a New Jersey car accident, you are probably trying to figure out how to pay for unexpected medical expenses. You may be able to receive compensation for your injuries. Here is what you need to know about...
Is microsleeping a problem?
These days, more drivers understand the risks of drowsy driving than ever before. This includes a better understanding of things like microsleep, too. But what exactly is it, anyway? Why does it cause so many problems for drivers? Defining microsleeping WebMD talks...
What you should and should not do after a car accident
In 2021, 690 people died in 276,861 total car accidents in New Jersey. Vehicle accidents are chaotic and scary, and it is often difficult to know what to do at the time. Therefore, these are a few things you should and should not do if you get into a car accident....
Pedestrian safety and accident data
You need to keep an eye out for various hazards when you walk near traffic, especially since the chances of suffering an injury when an accident occurs become especially high as a pedestrian. Whether you walk to work every day, get exercise by jogging alongside the...
Can a crash result in severe head injury?
Getting into a serious car crash can cause numerous physical injuries. Of course, this means it is also possible for head injuries to occur. But what sort of head injuries can these crashes cause? Can a crash cause a severe traumatic brain injury? Factors impacting...
A car crash, an injured victim and the need for compensation
Insurance matters take center state following a vehicle crash and financial compensation is especially important to an injured victim. An insurance company has rules to follow in reviewing the claim an injured victim submits, which is why accompanying documentation is...
Driver inattention linked to more than half of New Jersey crashes
Driver distraction is a serious problem across New Jersey and the rest of the United States, and this means enhanced dangers for everyone who travels the state’s roadways. The distracted driving problem has become so bad in New Jersey that driver inattention now has a...
New Jersey 2nd in the nation for fatal distracted driving crashes
Distracted driving is one of the most common contributors to car crashes that take place across New Jersey and the nation. Research shows that New Jersey is among the worst states in the United States when it comes to motorists driving while distracted. A 2021 study...
