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- Rideshare Services and the Uninsured Driver
Mar 16, 2022
It seems like the price of everything is going up and many people are looking for ways to cut corners. Auto insurance is required by law and the cost puts a squeeze on many people. This is one area where it’s best not to cut any corners. Don’t drive an uninsured vehicle. Don’t even be a passenger in an uninsured vehicle. Under New Jersey law, N.J.S.A. 39:6A-4.5a, if you are a vehicle owner required to...Read More - Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!
Mar 8, 2022
Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17th, is still a couple of weeks away but it isn’t too soon to plan for it. One thing you want to start planning, now, is how you’re going to get around that day. Whether you’ll be bar-hopping all day or making one trip from home to mass and back, you won’t want to be driving. Like it or not, the fact is that some people are going to be consuming...Read More - MARCH MADNESS!!!!!!!!!!
Mar 7, 2022
The calendar now reads March and that means the national college basketball tournament, also known as “March Madness” will be starting soon. Two New Jersey teams – Seton Hall and Rutgers – will likely be invited to “The Dance” and New Jersey is home to many people who attended or are fans of, other schools who will be in The Tournament, such as Villanova, Notre Dame, and others. What to Expect if Your Lyft or Uber...Read More - Save Money With Uber and Lyft
Feb 20, 2022
Many people can’t imagine life without a car. From even before the day we got our driver’s licenses as teenagers, owning a car became a top goal. But transportation is one of the largest expenses in everyone’s budget. Could it be that getting around using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft is more economical than owning a car? I’ll answer that question like most lawyers would: “It depends.” How Much Money Can You Save by Utilizing Rideshare...Read More - Uber – You’re Protected
Feb 9, 2022
The weather outside has been really messy lately. If it isn’t snow, it’s rain. If it isn’t rain, it’s ice. All these weather events present dangerous traveling conditions. People are grabbing rides from Uber or Lyft more than ever in this nasty weather. A lot of people don’t realize it, but the law helps protect you every time you take a ride in an Uber or Lyft. While most Uber and Lyft rides get you where you’re going...Read More - Talk to a Medical Professional About the COVID Vaccine and Booster
Jan 25, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on all of us. Here at the Law Offices of Karim Azadi, we can’t wait to get back to the regular face-to-face, personal contact with our clients that was a trademark of our Firm. And we want everyone to be safe and healthy. The CDC recommends getting a COVID vaccine and a booster. Talk to a health care professional about it. Available Vaccine Transportation Options If you want to get a...Read More - Steps to Take if You’re in a Car Accident with DoorDash or UberEats Drivers
Jan 22, 2022
Online food delivery services such as Grubhub, DoorDash, Postmates, and UberEats have been increasing in popularity, as these services allow many restaurants which never employed delivery drivers to offer food delivery to customers. However, with more and more customers taking advantage of food delivery services to order food from a wider variety of restaurants, that means more vehicles on the road driving for these services. When a food delivery service driver is involved in a...Read More - Liability for Car Accidents Caused by Snow or Black Ice
Jan 11, 2022
One of the most common causes of car accidents during the winter months is the presence of snow or black ice on the pavement. While snow and black ice may only cause a minor accident where a single vehicle spins out, they can also lead to devastating crashes that leave vehicle occupants with life-altering injuries. When a car accident is caused by black ice or snow, who can be held liable for the injuries and...Read More - Getting An Uber Or Lyft in New York City? There’s A Risk
Jan 7, 2022
Many people are using the ride-share services provided by transportation network companies (TNCs) instead of traditional taxis. You know these TNCs as Uber and Lyft. New York City has so much to offer but driving there and finding parking is a hassle (and expensive!) Ever think about using Uber or Lyft? Think twice. Liability Coverage and Rideshare Vehicles If you get a ride from New Jersey with a New Jersey Uber or Lyft driver, that driver...Read More - Tips for Driving Safely During the Holiday Season
Dec 14, 2021
Unfortunately, the holiday season represents the most dangerous time of the year out on the road. When driving during the holidays, here are some tips to help keep yourself, your passengers, and others on the road safe. General Safety Tips General tips for all drivers to keep in mind include: Never drive after consuming alcohol or drugs, and do not allow others to drive while intoxicated or get into a vehicle with an intoxicated driver...Read More