Car accident laws vary from state to state. Most states use a traditional tort insurance system where the driver to blame for the accident is responsible for the damages. However, New Jersey follows a unique approach known as the no-fault system. This system can make...
Personal Injury
Four ways to get the most out of your car accident settlement
Most car accident victims find themselves in a financial pinch in the weeks and months following their wreck. Their inability to work makes it impossible for them to secure income, straining them when medical bills come due. Unless you have an enormous amount of...
Don’t get duped by these insurance claim denial tactics
After a serious car accident, you need compensation to offset your losses and secure the financial stability necessary to allow you to focus on your recovery. But where are you going to get this money? It can be hard to cover your car accident expenses on your own,...
Three mistakes you don’t want to make after a car accident
According to recent statistics, over 10,000 car accidents happen each day in the United States. While these stressful events occur often in New Jersey, not everyone understands what to do after vehicle collisions happen. If they don't, these individuals could make...
The causes and immense danger of flying semi wheels and tires
New Jersey offers a great blend of scenic views and busy highways. Whether you drive on I-95, Route 519 or this state's other roads, you'll likely find yourself near commercial vehicles. With semi-trucks carrying so much cargo, these vehicles need more than four...
Protecting yourself and your baby after a wreck
If you are pregnant, any incident that results in an injury to yourself may also result in an injury to your fetus. In the event that you or your fetus is injured in a car accident while traveling in New Jersey, you may be entitled to compensation for any damages...
Roadside workers and safety
Each day, workers perform their jobs on the many roadsides throughout New Jersey. These workers must deal with many dangers, including low visibility, bad weather and distracted drivers. What's worse is that on-the-job deaths among roadside workers far outnumber many...
Clinical research gives hope to spinal cord victims
The results of a randomized clinical study currently conducted by researchers at UC Davis could give victims of severe spinal injuries in New Jersey hope for the future. About 12,500 spinal cord injuries occur annually in the United States, with 40% of those...
When is an employer liable for your injuries?
If you are injured in a restaurant, hotel or other New Jersey establishment, you might have grounds for a lawsuit. It may be possible to name the employee who took actions that resulted in your injuries, the worker's employer or both as defendants. The employee had a...
Post-accident insurance premium increases
When a driver's negligence causes an accident on a New Jersey road, the driver can rely on their auto insurance policy's liability coverage. When the insurance company assumes the risks of covering the driver's potential negligence, the company becomes responsible for...