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...
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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%...
Law calls for mandatory car alcohol detection systems
New cars sold in New Jersey and around the country will one day come equipped with technology designed to prevent drunk driving if bills recently submitted to the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate reach President Trump's desk. The proposed legislation has...
Reducing distracted driving using artificial intelligence
Drivers in New Jersey are likely interested in learning about efforts that are being made to improve distracted driving. Unfortunately, about nine deaths in the United States are related to individuals being distracted while behind the wheel. Many feel that it is good...
Most new pickups fail to protect passengers in crashes
Thanks to advances in vehicle safety technology, New Jersey pickup truck drivers are less likely to be injured in a crash than ever before. However, a recent study finds that truck passengers aren't as lucky. Researchers at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety...
Red light running crash deaths in 2017 hit 10-year high
Drivers in New Jersey will want to be more careful around signalized intersections because the number of deaths due to red light running is increasing. In 2017, there were 939 such deaths: the highest it has been in 10 years according to a recent AAA report. Just over...
