If you have been involved in an auto accident, there are a few key mistakes that you should keep in mind to avoid. Avoiding these mistakes will help protect your legal rights to pursue a claim for compensation against those at fault for the accident. Not Documenting the Accident Scene It is important to document details of the accident scene…
Passengers in the back seat of cars, trucks, and SUVs tend to suffer more serious injuries than drivers and front-seat passengers. Unfortunately, the back seats of vehicles often have less safety equipment than front seats, while back seat passengers are also more likely to not wear their seat belts. But what kinds of injuries do backseat passengers typically suffer in…
If you have been involved in a car accident in New Jersey, you need to familiarize yourself with the state laws that govern car accidents, as these laws may affect your legal rights and options for pursuing compensation in a car accident case. Auto Insurance Requirements New Jersey is a “no-fault” auto insurance state. This means that drivers are required…
Many of us choose to travel to visit family and friends during the holiday season. Unfortunately, the combination of increased traffic, motorists driving on unfamiliar roads, and the potential for adverse late fall/winter weather conditions can make holiday driving particularly treacherous. Motorists who drive somewhere for the holidays should practice defensive driving, or the practice of using driving strategies and…
While the holidays are considered the season of joy, on the road many drivers don’t seem to share in those holiday feelings. It can often seem like drivers become more aggressive and reckless on the road during the holidays, engaging in behaviors like speeding, tailgating, brake checking, or swerving in and out of traffic. There are important tips you should…