New Jersey Car Accidents Law Archives

Have you been seriously injured in an automobile accident in New Jersey that wasn’t your fault? If so, you could claim compensation from your personal injury protection (PIP) policy. If your injuries are severe, you could be entitled to pursue money from the at-fault driver’s insurance company, as well. Dealing with big companies in America […]

If you were recently injured in a car accident in New Jersey that wasn’t your fault, you should contact an experienced car accident attorney. A skilled attorney will know how to gather evidence that supports their clients’ cases. Evidence about your car accident beyond your statements and claims is often the turning point that helps […]

BY DANIEL LEONE On January 18, 2022, Governor Murphy signed the New Jersey Insurance Fair Conduct Act (“Act”) into law. The Act allows our clients to contest insurance bad faith claims in the handling and paying claims for uninsured/underinsured (“UM/UIM”) benefits. Under the Fair Conduct Act, a claimant can sue their insurance companies if the […]

BY JEREMY HYLTON What You Need to Know About Auto Insurance We all know the frustration of shopping around for auto insurance for the best quote. So much so that it became part of Progressive’s schtick to show you quotes between all major insurers. The goal is simple: to blind you with the shiny, bright […]

If you get in an accident, the most important things to do are: Check for injuries: Your safety and passengers’ safety should be your first priority. Call 911 or your local emergency number for medical assistance if anyone is injured. Get to a safe place: If the accident is minor and your car is still […]

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2020 annual traffic crash data, 38,824 people died in traffic crashes nationwide. This is the highest number of traffic fatalities since 2007. Despite this rise in the number of road deaths, the estimated number of crashes decreased by 22 percent compared to 2019’s statistics. The estimated number […]

A car accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and scared, especially if the accident wasn’t your fault. You may also have physical injuries or be hospitalized. Many injuries appear immediately, but some don’t present symptoms until hours or days after an accident. You should see your healthcare provider as quickly as possible after an accident. […]

Car accidents are among the most devastating experiences that people can have. The size, weight, and speed of automobiles can mean that even “minor” collisions can seriously affect the health and finances of the individuals involved. And when an accident is particularly bad, the outcome is often deadly. The National Safety Council reports that there […]

Accident reports contain details regarding motor vehicle accidents. Whether you were a driver, passenger, pedestrian, motorcyclist, or bicyclist, you should request a copy of the report. The investigating officer could have included helpful information you can use to prove someone else is at fault for the crash and that they should pay for your injuries […]

You could pursue compensation from someone else if their negligence contributed to your injury in a car crash. However, you must understand how your actions could affect your case if the evidence shows you are also responsible for the accident. Multiple parties could be at fault for a car crash. One driver could be partially […]