Just about all of the passenger vehicles on the road in New Jersey and around the country have been designed to deform in an accident to protect their occupants. Engineers call the parts of a car that collapses during a collision crumple zones, and they are one of a...
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Truck accidents and contributing factors
One significant contributing factor to New Jersey truck accidents is driver fatigue. Federal regulations limit the hours truck drivers can operate their vehicles. Still, these rules are often ignored or circumvented. This can lead to drivers being on the road for long...
What should New Jersey residents know about reckless driving?
An estimated 90% of car accidents occur due to human error, including reckless driving. New Jersey drivers who survive these accidents may sustain severe personal injuries from situations that were entirely preventable. Defining reckless driving The definition of...
Legal action against reckless drivers
Reckless driving-related accidents take the lives of drivers, passengers, pedestrians and others on New Jersey roads each year. Unfortunately, some drivers disregard others' safety callously, contributing to accident statistics. Reckless drivers might not get away...
When your spouse doesn’t want a divorce
There are many reasons why a New Jersey couple might want a divorce. It’s not uncommon for couples to grow apart as they grow older and learn more about themselves. Unfortunately, it’s even more common for one person to seek a divorce while the other spouse doesn’t. A...
Staffing issues can impact medical treatment
There are multiple reasons that mistakes are made in the medical industry. Physicians in New Jersey are generally very professional in their approach and duties while on the job, and even though they can make mistakes, they tend to function well when they are well...
How often do medical errors occur?
An analysis of eight years of data found that more than 250,000 people die each year from medical errors. Another study put the estimate higher at more than 400,000. Medical errors are one of the top causes of death in the US. You may be able to sue for medical...
How does medical malpractice affect a victim?
Medical malpractice can have terrible effects on New Jersey residents. Unfortunately, even an honest mistake can leave you with long-lasting personal injuries. What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or other healthcare professional makes...
How to handle a car accident in your driveway
If you were involved in a car accident in your driveway in New Jersey, you may or may not have been the one at fault. If you weren't, there is no reason why you should bear the blame. Your best bet in a situation like this is to contact your insurance company. You can...
Understanding compensatory and punitive damages
When someone suffers injuries, property damage, or both due to someone’s negligence, the aggrieved party may intend to file a personal injury suit. If the person wins the lawsuit, the court may award damages. Not all damages are the same, and New Jersey law...