A car accident can result in serious injuries, and there are few injuries more severe than brain trauma. The brain controls every action that humans take, and it also controls the senses. Sensory loss is common after a severe head injury. Here are three types of...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
The No. 1 reason for wrong-way accidents
Wrong-way accidents are often very sudden and confusing for drivers who are heading in the correct direction. After all, they never anticipate another vehicle traveling toward them in their traffic lanes. For instance, someone driving on the interstate might see...
Can I recover compensation for a crash if partly at fault?
In New Jersey, determining liability in car accidents involves understanding the state’s modified comparative negligence laws. If you are partially at fault for an accident, you may still be eligible to recover compensation for your damages. However, the extent to...
Three experts you may need in your car accident case
To win a personal injury lawsuit you have to prove negligence, causation and damages. In some instances, this might seem easy to do. A driver runs a red light and slams into the side of your vehicle, a drunk driver crosses the center line and hits you head on or a...
Watch for wildlife during autumn months
The fall months, which encompass October through December, are associated with mating seasons and migration for many wild animals. During these months, they’re typically more active than they are during the hotter months. This increase is more common at dusk and dawn,...
The dangers of driving at dusk: 2 top concerns
Summer is coming to an end and the nights are closing in. That means more drivers will soon be on the road at dusk Here are a few issues to watch out for at this time of day. The setting sun If you are driving into a setting sun, you may struggle to see the road...
3 tips for driving in unfamiliar areas
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...
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...