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- Can I Sue Uber or Lyft for a Car Accident in NJ?
Feb 10, 2020
How well do you really know your Uber or Lyft driver? Sure, you can read the driver’s previous reviews, but you’re putting a lot of faith into the driver when you ask him or her to transport you across town. What happens if you’re involved in an accident while aboard an Uber or Lyft? What if you’re struck by an Uber/Lyft driver while walking down the street? Who is liable – the driver or the...Read More - Largest Award for the Wrongful Death of a Child Provided by Ikea After Dresser Incident
Jan 27, 2020
Ikea, known for being the world’s largest retailer of furniture, has recently agreed to award the family of Jozef Dudek a total of $46 million for his wrongful death. The death occurred in 2017 after a dresser from Ikea tipped, fell, and suffocated the two-year-old. His parents never thought that there was reason to believe the dresser was dangerous because they were not aware of the product’s recall. Recall Issued But No Communication from Ikea...Read More - Your Best Bet
Jan 17, 2020
Sports wagering has been legal in New Jersey now for about a year and a half. You can download one (or more) of many apps to bet on a game. You can also go to Atlantic City or the racetrack to place a bet. Motor vehicle accident and personal injury cases can sometimes be something of a gamble. There are a lot of variables. Who is at fault? How bad are your injuries? Have you had...Read More - How to Figure Out Which Driver Caused a Chain- Reaction Accident
Dec 30, 2019
When more than two vehicles are involved in an accident, it is called a chain-reaction accident. These accidents are especially common at this time of year when cars sometimes slip and slide on ice or snow. They usually occur when one vehicle collides into another and then the vehicle that was hit goes flying forward into another because of the impact of the first crash. Accidents like this one can lead to a lot of...Read More - Uber Drivers, You’re Covered!
Dec 20, 2019
When you spend as much time on the road as an Uber or Lyft driver, it’s not surprising that accidents sometimes happen. Current New Jersey law protects the Uber and Lyft drivers as well as their passengers. A transportation network company driver who is in the course of a ride must be provided with insurance for medical payments benefits of $10,000. With the skyrocketing cost of medical care, that really isn’t all that much protection. Luckily...Read More - Uber and Lyft Accidents: The Law Has You Covered
Dec 11, 2019
Every day, more and more people are using rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft. At the same time, more and more people who are looking to make some extra money are becoming Uber and Lyft drivers. It isn’t always easy work. Some of these well-meaning drivers may not be familiar with all the roadways where you want to go; accidents sometimes result. The attorneys at CourtLaw are experienced in handling rideshare accident cases like yours...Read More - Who Is to Blame for Accidents Caused During Left-Hand Turns?
Dec 10, 2019
Once an accident occurs, it is important to figure out who caused the accident and who is the victim in the situation. The victim might be entitled to compensation due to the injuries sustained. Drivers making left-hand turns are very often at fault for any accidents that happen, and they would likely be held responsible for covering the cost of the damages. If a driver needs to make a left-hand turn, he or she must...Read More - Jury Convicts Driver in N.J. of Vehicular Homicide Caused by Texting-while-Driving
Dec 6, 2019
A Monmouth County jury returned a verdict on Friday, November 22, 2019, convicting Alexandra Mansonet, 50, of vehicular homicide arising from a motor vehicle accident that fatally injured Yuwen Wang, then 39. Pedestrian Killed in Fatal Collision On September 26, 2016, Mansonet’s vehicle was traveling southbound on Laurel Avenue toward Sixth Street in Hazlet, NJ. Mansonet rear-ended a vehicle in front of her, pushing that vehicle into Wang, who was crossing the road while walking...Read More - Is Uber Responsible After an Accident?
Nov 26, 2019
If you are injured by an Uber or Lyft driver, who should be named as defendants in your case? The answer depends on who was responsible in the accident. The negligent driver is liable for damages and New Jersey law requires that rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber carry liability insurance of $1.5 million. If the Uber or Lyft driver caused the accident, the injury victim would file a lawsuit against the Uber or Lyft...Read More - Winter-Related Car Accidents
Nov 25, 2019
Have you ever noticed the spike in reported car accidents after the first snowfall of the season? It happens every year. There’s a lot of additional weather-related hazards in the winter, but you may be surprised to learn what causes winter-related accidents. Common Causes of Winter-Related Car Accidents Winter weather hazards include snow, ice and reduced visibility during flurries. Black ice, which is hard to spot on asphalt, is another major concern for motorists in...Read More