Articles Posted in Car Accidents

When it comes to distracted driving, you may think that cell phones are the only cause. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case.  While the use of cell phones in any capacity behind the wheel is prohibited by New Jersey law, talking to passengers in your vehicle can be equally distracting and dangerous. Talking to passengers in…

Defensive driving is important, and it is the process of trying to drive in a way that allows you to avoid accidents. It’s wise for all drivers to do this. They need to understand that the risk they face is not just that they’re going to make a mistake and cause an accident, but that…

Driving might feel almost automatic to you. You may have taken the same route each day for many years, as well as numerous trips elsewhere. Your safe driving practices will have served to protect you, as well as those around you.  While driving can be a rewarding activity, there is always a potential for danger,…

If you’ve been injured in a car crash, you’re likely hesitant to get behind the wheel again once you’re able to. However, you may also fear that the longer you wait, the more difficult it will be to overcome your anxiety. That’s a dilemma that many crash victims face. If you suffered a concussion in…

After your motorcycle accident, you were rushed to the hospital with serious injuries. Upon regaining consciousness, the doctors learned that you had no feeling from the waist down. Your spinal cord is damaged. Unfortunately, this isn’t uncommon. Motorcycles have become an increasingly popular form of transportation in the United States over the last decade or…

Public holidays have two things in common when it comes to driving. More people than usual make a journey to visit friends or relatives, and more people consume alcohol. Both can lead to the roads being more dangerous than an average day of the year. Heavy traffic can lead drivers to get frustrated and do…

From slippery roads to poor visibility, winter conditions can be challenging to even the most experienced drivers. However, given that most of the country lies in snowy regions, it is almost inevitable that you will hit the road in these conditions. With the increased hazards present in winter, it is important to be extra vigilant…

You might not remember much after a car crash. One moment you were happily going along, and the next thing you know, there was a massive impact, the airbag exploded in your face, and you were in agony. When the police ask you what happened, you do not know what to say. The other driver…

You will have an intense emotional and chemical response to a car crash. You could experience the fight-or-flight response, and you could potentially suffer injuries. People often feel confused and shaken up right after a motor vehicle collision, which makes it a bad time to make major decisions. However, that is essentially what is expected…

Bad weather sometimes leads to worse driving conditions. A massive storm could create far more hazards than a New Jersey driver wishes to experience. Hurricanes can hit the Garden State, leading to chaos on the roads. However, even light rain could create additional dangers, and drivers could say the same about snow or hail. Making…