We all know that we are not supposed to get behind the wheel after having consumed alcoholic beverages. When someone does drive a car while intoxicated by alcohol and causes an accident, they can be held liable to compensate the victims of the accident for the personal injuries and property damage those victims have incurred.  However, when a driver is…

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…

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, it is important to remember to keep safe while out on the road, especially as many people celebrate the holiday by indulging in alcoholic beverages at dinners, parties, and other events. However, law enforcement departments across New Jersey also know that the holidays mean an increase in drunk drivers. As a result, many departments will step…

As Thanksgiving weekend sees some of the highest rates of motor vehicle accidents, including accidents caused by unsafe driving behaviors like distracted driving, reckless/aggressive driving, or drunk driving, law enforcement agencies across New Jersey often step up traffic enforcement activities to catch drivers who engage in these behaviors. If you plan on traveling this Thanksgiving, here are some important tips…