Blog: Car Accidents
- Common Injuries From Car Accidents
Nov 15, 2017
Hundreds of thousands of car accident injuries occur in the United States every year, ranging from minor bumps and bruises to catastrophic injuries that result in permanent disabilities or even death. While car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ranks the following injuries in the “top five,” based on data collected and analyzed by the federal government every year. Head and brain injuries: One-third of all...Read More - USDOT Releases 2016 Fatal Traffic Crash Data
Oct 26, 2017
Unfortunately, despite the many different advancements in safety technology and legislators’ efforts to cut down on vehicle injuries and fatalities, the U.S. Department of Transportation has recently released information about fatal traffic crash data from 2016. Fatal accidents claim the lives of far too many people each year because of human error. Some of the top causes of accidents that may have otherwise been avoided include drunk driving, distracted driving, reckless behavior, and drowsy driving...Read More - Motorist Left Dead As Car Bursts in Flames
Sep 26, 2017
On route 80 westbound in Rockaway, NJ earlier in the month of July, a fiery accident took place leaving one man dead. A man was standing on the side of the road adjusting the bikes attached to his car. As he was fixing the bike, another car came flying down the road after having lost control. The vehicle swerved off the road and went into the air before it spun and hit the guardrail where the man...Read More - Diabetic Emergency Causes Crash At Trampoline Park
Sep 12, 2017
A man recently experienced a diabetic emergency while driving his car, which caused him to crash his car through the wall at a local trampoline park in Allendale, New Jersey. The crash resulted in the Sky Zone Trampoline Park being evacuated in what was sure to be a scary incident. Thankfully, no one inside of the trampoline park was injured as the area by the wall where the crash occurred was unoccupied. There were three...Read More - The Most Dangerous Highways in New Jersey
Sep 7, 2017
No matter if you’re traveling on vacation or live in New Jersey, there are some roads that deserve a bit more caution, no matter the weather condition. In New Jersey alone back in 2015, there were 264,582 auto accidents with 60,431 resulting in injuries and 547 resulting in fatalities. Educating yourself on the most dangerous highways in New Jersey can help increase your odds of avoiding auto accidents. Route 1 Route 1 runs from Maine...Read More - Top 8 Causes of Car Accidents
Sep 5, 2017
In the United States, there were 32,166 fatal traffic accidents which resulted in 35,092 deaths in 2015. That doesn’t count any traffic accident that didn’t involve a fatality. Here are the top eight causes of car accidents today: Speed One of the most common causes of traffic accidents is people driving above the speed limit. Texting and Cell Phone Use Mobile phones have created quite the problem on the roadways and are a real danger...Read More - Guide To Choosing A Safe Vehicle for Your Teen
Aug 12, 2017
Teenage drivers have the highest risk of crashing, but there are ways parents can help reduce the risks by being a role model, getting involved with their kids in the practice of essential driving skills, and talking with them about the many dangers of driving. “Choosing a safe vehicle for your teen is of paramount importance, and settling on a vehicle your family can afford is also very important,” says Jack Nerad, executive editorial director...Read More - New Jersey’s Seat Belt Law and Your Personal Injury Case
Aug 3, 2017
New Jersey law requires the driver and all passengers in a car to wear a properly adjusted and fastened seat belt while the vehicle is in operation on any street or highway in this State. We all know, however, that not everyone always complies with this law. If you don’t and are injured in an accident, your failure to comply with New Jersey’s seat belt law could have a very negative impact on your case...Read More - Tips For A Safe Summer for Teen Drivers
Jun 22, 2017
In Summer, teens spend more time on the road attending graduation parties, holiday celebrations, road trips, and outdoor activities. It is among the most dangerous times for teen drivers, as we posted in a recent blog. The Mid-Atlantic Foundation for Safety and Education offers a few helpful tips for parents: Let your child know you trust them Insist on knowing the details of where they are going Set firm check-in times Offer to pick them up, no questions asked...Read More - Safe Winter Driving Tips
Dec 21, 2016
For every winter season, take this AAA recommendation list and check it twice or as many times as needed–and stay safe out there! Winter driving tips: Avoid driving while you’re fatigued. Getting the proper amount of rest before taking on winter weather tasks reduces driving risks. Never run a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage. Make certain your tires are properly inflated. Keep your gas tank at least half full. If possible, avoid...Read More