Car crashes happened every day in New Jersey. Many of them just cause cosmetic damage to vehicles, but some disable vehicles or leave people in those vehicles with significant injuries. When another driver crashes into you, you can usually depend on insurance to cover...
Aggressive dogs are a hazard for cyclists
Bicyclists in New Jersey face a number of risks when they ride. In addition to having a higher risk of suffering injuries in bicycle accidents, cyclists also face dangers from aggressive dogs along their routes. Cyclists can take a few precautions when they encounter...
The link between car accidents and TBIs
Traumatic brain injuries are fairly common in New Jersey and around the country, and they often result from an auto accident. Some cases are very serious with obvious external injuries, and others are seemingly minor. However, even minor head injuries can still result...
You may be surprised by these driving distractions
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times: Phones are a distraction in the car. Drivers should put them down, turn them off or simply ignore them while behind the wheel. Despite the fact that many people ignore this advice, it is good advice and you’d...
What are common reasons for fatal car crashes?
Some New Jersey roads might be more traveled than others, but all streets, highways, and expressways come with dangers. Accidents could happen anywhere in the Garden State, and collisions present the risk for a severe injury or even a fatality. Statistics show that...
Mistakes to avoid after getting into a car wreck
Most New Jersey residents know what to do after they're involved in a car accident. However, there are certain mistakes that many people don't realize they're making until it's too late. Anything can be used against you when you're involved in a legal dispute, so it's...
How to treat a dog bite injury
Pet owners in New Jersey may want to know how to treat a dog bite at home before seeking outside medical help. The safety of the bite victim, the rescuer and the dog are all possible considerations. It's important to remember that dogs often bite out of fear rather...
Pedestrian deaths in 2019 estimated to have reached 6,590
There were some 6,590 pedestrian deaths in 2019, according to a report from the Governors Highway Safety Administration. Since only partial data exists for 2019, this is only an estimate. If it's accurate, this marks a 5% increase from 2018 and a 60% jump from 2009....
High caffeine use may mean high risk for truck accidents
Say that you were in a collision with a large truck in New Jersey, and your injuries are so severe that the losses cannot be covered by personal injury protection. If it can be shown that the truck driver was negligent, then you may have good grounds for a personal...
Why rural roadways are dangerous
While New Jersey is a largely urban state with many highways and city roads, the state also has its share of rural roads. Drivers actually need to exercise extra care on these roads due to the dangers involved in driving on them. This is contrary to their perception...


