Traffic Deaths on New Jersey Roads Reach 15-Year Peak
Throughout 2022, safety advocates predicted that the year’s traffic deaths would reach a record high. Now that the final numbers are in, these predictions have proven true. In 2022, 705 people lost their lives in New Jersey roadway crashes – a peak not seen since 2007. 2022 New Jersey Crash Statistics Reveal Grim Trends Traffic […]
Fatal Crash Stats 2024 Steps to Take to Seek Medical and Legal Help
As with any new year ushered in, there is the hope that carnage on the highways and byways is less than the year previous. 2024 is not off to a good start, state-wise and locally, in Camden County. Camden County’s current crash stats, which constantly change and are updated frequently, indicate 18 crashes to 04/21/2024, a figure that includes 7 drivers, 2 passengers, […]
How to Deal With Aggressive Drivers in New Jersey
New Jersey, known for its bustling highways and congested roadways, attracts its fair share of aggressive drivers. A 2019 report ranked it sixth on a list of states with the most aggressive drivers in the country. Dealing with road rage incidents can be a challenging and stressful experience. However, by adopting a proactive and calm […]
New Year’s Eve Crash in Burlington Township Leaves Five Injured
An early-morning crash on the New Jersey Turnpike left five people injured on New Year’s Eve, according to a recent news report from ABC 6. Emergency responders arrived at the scene around 12:45 a.m. on Sunday, December 31, 2023. One of the injured people was transported to a local hospital via helicopter. The crash occurred […]
WHO PAYS MY MEDICAL BILLS?
After being injured in an accident, the question of who pays your medical bills will arise. Who pays will vary depending on the type of accident you were involved in. CAR ACCIDENT In a car accident case, there are several variables that come into play in determining who will pay your medical expenses. Most of […]
I Was Involved in a Hit and Run Accident, What Should I Do?
Automobile accidents can have dramatic, life-altering consequences. Automobile accidents are upsetting enough, but a hit & run accident only serves to exacerbate things. You are left with your car and damage while the other driver left the scene – a crime virtually everywhere – wondering what to do, seemingly without recourse. You are not, however […]
I’ve Been Injured In An Accident, What Is My Case Worth?
This is often the first question clients ask personal injury attorneys. Unfortunately, it is extremely difficult to answer because there are many factors that go into that determination. There is no specific mechanism or formula to determine the value of a personal injury claim because every case is different. Depending on who is looking at the […]
What Should I Do If I’ve Been Involved In An Automobile Accident?
What you do immediately following an automobile accident may significantly affect your chance of receiving compensation for injuries suffered in that accident. After ensuring your own well-being, the most important things you can do involve memorializing the accident and the scene to the greatest extent possible. Even if the other party is clearly at fault, […]
New Jersey woman awarded $1.6 million for spinal surgery caused by rear end crash
In 2013, a New Jersey woman was rear ended by a negligent driver. Although the damage to both vehicles were minor, the woman nonetheless suffered from neck and back injuries. The injury to the her cervical (neck) spine was more severe and required a significant amount of treatment. Cervical spine injuries, or more commonly known […]
NJ workers’ compensation for injuries suffered in a carpool
In an effort to be economical, many people choose to carpool when commuting to work. In fact, several employers finance ride-share programs. If you are injured in a car accident while riding in a carpool, you may have a claim for workers’ compensation benefits, depending on the circumstances. The general rule is that if you […]