Serious injuries need both time and resources to heal. The same holds true for recuperating after a dog attack brings injuries upon you or a loved one. In the state of New Jersey, dog bite victims may choose to seek compensation necessary to heal or even take legal...
Personal Injury
Deaths from distracted driving occur daily
Vehicles cover a lot of distance in a short time. One that’s going 55 mph will cover the distance of an entire football field in just five seconds. When a driver is distracted for even that short period, they can cause wrecks. These accidents are preventable because...
When a drunk driver harms you, the bar that served them may owe you
In New Jersey, drunk drivers who cause car wrecks do not always bear sole responsibility for their victims' injuries. If they were coming from a bar or restaurant, you might also be able to get compensation from that establishment for the harm you have suffered. Dram...
Are teen crashes actually avoidable?
You have likely heard people talk about high teen car accident rates. Many times, people frame this as if the teens are irresponsible, reckless and dangerous -- but is that really fair? It’s not. According to the National Safety Council, what actually causes these...
Multitasking drivers can kill others
Driving is a task that can’t be done by a person who’s doing other things. Attempting to multitask while driving can lead to the driver causing a crash because they’re too distracted to safely operate the vehicle. It’s imperative that anyone who gets behind the wheel...
Know the types of damages you might seek
Individuals who suffer an injury in an accident that's the fault of another person should ensure that they get the medical care they need. This can include emergency care, as well as follow up visits and other treatments that are necessary. There isn't any reason for...
Can you sue your apartment complex if you get hurt there?
In any apartment complex setting, your concerns about crime and safety are well-placed. You're living around a multitude of people who you likely don't know after all. You likely have no idea if they're involved in criminal activity or interact with others who do....
Drivers should be cautious following spring time change
As most people are aware, daylight saving time recently came into effect in most areas of the country, including New Jersey. What people may not know is that "springing forward" one hour in March can lead to a higher rate of traffic accidents, including fatal crashes....
Red light running poses a serious risk
Red light cameras have been a popular solution introduced by municipalities in New Jersey and across the country to cut down on red light violations and improve traffic safety. They also often have the effect of increasing revenue from tickets because the cameras are...
How anti-drunk-driving IIDs can cause distraction
In the past decade, the number of ignition interlock devices installed on vehicles in New Jersey and across the U.S. has gone up from 133,000 to 350,000. Some 34 states require DUI offenders to install these in their vehicles, and as a result, these states see 15%...