Like most states, New Jersey does not mess around when it comes to drinking and driving. With many campaigns and other forums warning against the dangers of drunk driving, there is plenty of material dispersed on the subject that drivers should heed. The consequences of drunk driving can be catastrophic for everyone involved, especially if a driver operating a vehicle while intoxicated causes an accident. That is why there are DWI (driving while intoxicated) laws in place with stern consequences for those who violate these laws. When Can You Be Charged with Driving While Intoxicated in New Jersey? For starters, in the state of New Jersey, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)…

Large semi-trucks are intimidating to smaller vehicles on the road because accidents involving large trucks are often terribly destructive. Injuries and significant property damage are typically the outcomes in these situations, and determining who or what is at fault can be challenging. Trucking companies are financially and legally prepared to shield their driver and fight against being declared the party at fault. You should never wage these battles alone. Instead, enlist an experienced attorney willing to fight on your behalf. At CourtLaw, we will help protect you from the blaming tactics of trucking companies, their drivers, their insurance companies and lawyers. The trucking industry commonly uses independent owner-operators who lease their trucks to a truck company. Whether your personal injury…

Anytime you get behind the wheel of a car or truck, there is the potential for an accident that could result in serious injuries. This is especially true during the winter months in New Jersey when roadways can be extremely dangerous due to snow, ice, and other dangerous conditions. No matter how safe you are while driving, the reality is that you could still be involved in an auto accident. If you are planning to travel on New Jersey roads this winter, you will need to exercise caution. Here are a few winter driving safety tips that could protect you and your loved ones: Use Snow Tires: Although snow tires may cost a bit more than standard tires, they will provide…

New Jersey winters often bring snow, ice, and slush to roads, parking lots, and sidewalks. When snow and slush are tracked inside, they melt, producing puddles of water that can also become a slip and fall hazard. It may come as no surprise that slip and fall accidents in New Jersey are more common in the winter months. Proving that a property owner’s negligence caused your slip and fall injuries, however, is not always a straightforward process. In New Jersey, property owners and managers have a legal duty to use reasonable care to protect patrons’ safety. This includes taking reasonable care to prevent slip and fall accidents. If the property owner allows a preventable hazardous condition to persist, and someone…

The Insurance Institute’s statistics report that New Year’s Eve is consistently reported to have the highest car crash fatalities every year between 1986 and 2002. According to experts, driving on holidays is much more dangerous than driving on other days because of the increased amount of traffic and a greater likelihood of alcohol-impaired drivers. Holidays greatly increase alcohol consumption during family gatherings, work parties, and other related events, so it’s important to be extra cautious. Impaired drivers are the biggest concern, but a growing number of accidents are caused by distracted driving. The holiday season usually means more communication between loved ones. But you should never text, surf the web or try to operate your smartphone while driving. The holiday season…