A dump truck is a type of commercial vehicle that is used to haul loose materials such as dirt, gravel, or rubble or waste. A dump truck uses a hydraulic system to allow the bed of the truck to tip backwards, dumping the load in the bed out of the back of the truck. Dump trucks come in several different types, including traditional dump trucks, semi-trailer or tractor-trailer dump trucks, and side dump trucks. Dump trucks are capable of causing accidents in many of the same ways as other types of commercial trucks. But as they are designed to carry loose loads and tip them out of the back of the vehicle, dump trucks can also cause accidents in a…

If you’ve been in a car accident that has resulted in serious personal injuries or property damage, you may need to speak to a car accident attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Waiting too long to hire a lawyer can cause you to lose out on important legal rights and options. When you’ve suffered injuries and damages from a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you will likely be able to hire an attorney on a contingency fee basis, which means that the attorney doesn’t get paid unless and until he or she is able to get financial compensation for you in a settlement or at trial. Hiring a lawyer almost always leads to you getting more compensation than you…

Did you know that the average person will be involved in a car accident once every 18 years or so? These statistics from industry experts show just how common these types of incidents are. If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, you’re going to have questions. Even if this wasn’t your first accident, each incident is different and has different factors. We answer commonly asked questions about car accidents below.  What if I’m Partially At-Fault for the Accident? Let’s say you were involved in an accident where the other driver was talking on their cell phone when the incident occurred. While this case may seem cut and dry, you were also speeding 15 miles over the speed limit, meaning you…

Did you know that approximately 85 percent of all goods that come through the Port of New York and New Jersey are moved by truck? It’s true. The Port of New York and New Jersey is situated about 700 miles from major cities in the Northeast, meaning that trucks can access millions of consumers in the New York and New Jersey metropolitan areas in a mere four hour drive. This efficiency of transportation, however, is not without its drawbacks. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI), 4,136 people died in commercial truck accidents in 2018. However, 67 percent of all fatalities were occupants of other vehicles, with only sixteen percent of deaths involving those…

Recently, Governor Murphy lifted the stay-at-home order that’s been in effect since mid-March. As such, New Jersey residents will be starting to resume normal life for the first time in months. And while Uber has still been in operation, this new order being lifted will undoubtedly result in more Uber transactions. With more cars on the road, the more opportunities there are for car accidents.  If you’re wondering whether or not you can sue Uber, we provide some helpful information below. We will go over various scenarios you may have found yourself in and how an experienced personal injury attorney can help you get started on your claim so you’re fairly compensated.  Can I Sue Uber? The short answer is, yes, you can…