Is there anything more intimidating for a driver than to try to navigate an unfamiliar area? All of a sudden, you may feel intimidated by the traffic patterns, the signs, the pedestrians and the whole unfamiliar array of streets. Whether you’re about to learn a new...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Steps to take after a car accident
A car accident is a traumatic event. The majority of people will be in a state of shock afterward. They may panic and not be sure what to do. The steps you take after an accident are crucial for your well-being, the safety of others and your legal rights. Here are...
How to drive around an aggressive driver
It can be stressful to drive around a driver whose behavior endangers you. However, how you respond to such a driver can also put you at risk. Therefore, since you can't control their actions, you need to be careful about your response. Here is how you can drive...
3 signs of a drunk driver
Drunk driving is illegal in every state. In New Jersey, an individual who has a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher violates the law if they drive. The reason why drunk driving is illegal is because it endangers both the driver’s life and passengers and...
How does an underride accident happen?
An underride accident is a type of car accident where one vehicle ends up getting pinned below the other. There’s often a large discrepancy in size between the two vehicles, with one of them being much taller than the other. This traps the smaller vehicle – and the...
3 things drivers do that can be dangerously distracting
Most drivers spend a lot of their time distracted. Yet, if you asked them how they were driving, they would likely respond that they were a safe driver. One of the biggest problems with distracted driving is that people don’t realize how dangerously distracting some...
What are the 100 deadliest days of summer?
The term "100 Deadliest Days" originated from data collected by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, highlighting a concerning trend in road safety during the summer months. According to the foundation, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day sees a...
What causes rear-end collisions
Any type of car accident can result in serious injuries. However, when drivers receive advanced warning, they are often able to move out of the way of a hazard and avoid a crash. With rear-end collisions, this is typically not the case. In a rear-end collision, the...
Where to find evidence to support a truck accident lawsuit
Given the sheer size of a semi-truck, it can cause devastation when it’s involved in an accident, oftentimes leaving victims with catastrophic injuries. Those who are unlucky enough to find themselves hurt in these wrecks often struggle to cope with their newfound...
Why teen drivers face special risks
If you’re a parent of a teenager, chances are you’ve worried about your teen driving, especially late at night and with other teen passengers. As it turns out, your fears are not misplaced. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, as of 2021,...