While cars have become much safer in recent decades, backseat passengers still remain at risk of serious injuries compared to front seat passengers. It is important to understand how sitting in the back seat can be dangerous and what you can do to protect yourself while sitting in the rear seats, especially in the event of a car accident.  Common Injuries Suffered by Backseat Passengers in Car Crashes Unfortunately, surveys have found that many backseat passengers who are involved in auto accidents were not wearing their seat belts at the time of the crash. Since a seat belt is often a rear seat passenger’s only safety mechanism, these individuals can suffer a wide range of catastrophic injuries, including: Chest injuries,…

When you are injured in a car accident, you may find recovering compensation more complicated when the at-fault driver is uninsured. Your ability to obtain a financial recovery from an uninsured driver after a car accident will depend on various factors, including the financial assets of the at-fault driver, your own insurance coverage, and whether other parties may have liability for your injuries and losses. What is an Uninsured Driver? In New Jersey, drivers are required to have insurance coverage that meets the minimum requirements of state law. Insurers in New Jersey are required by default to offer drivers a standard policy, which provides liability coverage that includes, at a minimum: $15,000 per person, $30,000 per accident of bodily injury…

After you have been involved in an accident that was caused by a Lyft driver, you likely will file a claim for compensation against Lyft’s insurance coverage. But when you file your claim, you might wonder how long it may take to settle your case and get the compensation you need. In many cases, insurers will try to draw out accident claims to make injured victims more willing to accept a lower settlement just to get some money. This makes it important to work with an experienced Lyft accident attorney who can keep your insurance claim moving forward.  Why Pursue a Claim Against Lyft? If you have been seriously injured in an accident that was caused by a Lyft driver,…

If you have been injured in an accident caused by a DoorDash delivery driver, you may be confused about who you can pursue compensation from. It can be unclear whether you should pursue a legal claim against the driver who hit you, whether you can file a claim with DoorDash itself, or whether you should pursue claims against both the driver and the company.  Delivery Drivers Are Not Necessarily More Dangerous Than Other Motorists Motorists may be understandably worried about getting into accidents with delivery drivers. People may have a conception of delivery drivers being distracted with trying to navigate to customers’ addresses and speeding to timely deliver food. However, food delivery drivers are not necessarily more dangerous than your…

Many people use rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft, or encounter vehicles driving for these services on the road. As a result, some people will eventually become involved in an accident with a rideshare vehicle. However, pursuing a claim for compensation for injuries or property damage that occurred in a rideshare accident can be a complicated matter. If you have been in an accident with a rideshare vehicle, here are five steps you should remember to take to protect your rights and interests. Report the Accident First, you should report the accident to the authorities. If you or someone else has been badly injured, you can call 911 for emergency medical assistance. However, if no one requires immediate medical…