In crashes, the body has to withstand amazing force. Even with the safety features in modern cars and trucks, the chances are that anyone who gets hit will suffer an injury, at least in some way. If the crash happens at a high speed, then the risk is even higher. A...
Car accidents
Strengthen your motor vehicle accident claim with a few simple steps
A motor vehicle accident can inflict a great deal of trauma on the victims. In many cases, they suffer from one or more severe injuries and must also cope with psychological trauma from the crash. It can take a lot of time for them to recover physically and...
Lacerations: More than skin deep
When you’re involved in a car crash and suffer serious lacerations, there are a few different risks you face. The first is the risk of bleeding out before you reach the hospital. The second is needing surgery to repair muscles, joints, ligaments or other affected...
Drinking coffee behind the wheel: A driving distraction?
Many people will automatically equate the phrase “distracted driving” with activities such as making phone calls, texting or manipulating a navigation system. One driving habit that often goes overlooked, unfortunately, has been around for several decades and has led...
DUI charges placed after crash in Toms River leads to injuries
A car crash in Toms River has led to DUI charges for one person involved. According to a news report, a man from Manchester was driving an SUV when he struck another vehicle on Route 571 and Whitesville Road. The 66-year-old driver was heading east at the time he...
Take these 3 steps after you’re hurt in a car crash
If you were hit by a distracted or dangerous driver, then it’s well within your rights to pursue a claim against them. As a victim of a traffic collision, you may have many medical bills and other financial losses that you want to recover. The important thing to...
Assistance is vital when police accident reports are incorrect
In our injury practice, we sometimes hear from motor vehicle accident victims concerned about a New Jersey police officer’s report. Although these officers strive to be as accurate and factual as possible in their reports, mistakes can happen. There may also be...
What damages might occur in a car wreck?
Victims of car crashes can often face long term difficulties stemming from the injuries they suffer. In many cases, these wrecks also come with considerable financial impacts. Victims can opt to pursue a claim for compensation from the parties who are liable for the...
Parents, here’s a list of safe, affordable vehicles for your teen
Statistics tell a grim story about young drivers. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the leading cause of death for U.S. teenagers is motor vehicle crashes. The CDC says that 2,64 teens aged 16-19 were killed in crashes in 2017. Approximately 300,000 teens...