Blog: Auto Accidents

Damages You May Be Able to Collect in Multi-Vehicle Accidents

Jun 24, 2023

Multi-vehicle accidents can be even more expensive than a traditional What Is A Multi-Vehicle Accident? A multi-vehicle accident is any accident that involves more than two vehicles. Multi-vehicle accidents most commonly occur when visibility is low or when drivers are distracted and don’t recognize that a car crash has already occurred. Multiple factors are usually at play in multi-vehicle accidents. Common Damages In A Multi-Vehicle Accident The following damages are commonly a part o...

Rear-Ended in New Jersey: What You Need to Know About Whiplash Claims

Jun 22, 2023

Being rear-ended in a What Is Whiplash? Whiplash is a type of neck injury that occurs when the head is suddenly and forcefully jerked backward and then forward, causing the neck to hyperextend and then hyperflex. This sudden movement can strain or tear the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the neck and shoulders, leading to symptoms such as: Neck pain and stiffness Shoulder pain and stiffness Headaches Dizziness Fatigue Back pain Reduced range o...

Common Causes of Car Accidents and Injuries During the Fall

Jun 22, 2023

Autumn in New Jersey may be beautiful, but it is also a time of year that leads to an increase in Decreased Visibility Not only do the days get shorter as we head into the fall season, but with daylight savings time, it also gets darker earlier. This can lead to decreased visibility, which can increase the risk of both driver and pedestrian accidents. Weather changes can also lead to foggy weather, further makin...

Why It’s Important to Get Medical Help After a Fender Bender

Jun 22, 2023

The time that immediately follows a Why Medical Care Following An Accident Is So Important There are two reasons why medical care is important following a car accident. The first reason is your health. Injuries aren’t always recognizable right after an accident. In fact, you may not notice symptoms for days or even weeks later. The earlier you receive medical care, the sooner that a medical professional can identify any treatments you may need...

Common Injuries Sustained in a Car Accident

Jun 22, 2023

Car accidents Traumatic Brain Injuries A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common in car accidents because of the sudden impact of the driver’s head on the dashboard or steering wheel. TBIs may be difficult to identify right away because the symptoms may seem normal following a car accident. Symptoms often include confusion, head pain, dizziness, or ringing in the ears. Whiplash Whiplash occurs when your head or neck is suddenly jolted forwards or backward. I...

What Makes a Credible Witness in a Car Accident Claim?

Jun 22, 2023

If you’re injured in a One of the things that can help to prove your case may be a witness statement. A witness is someone who was present and can give the judge insight into what happened. What Is A Credible Witness? A credible witness is someone who is trustworthy and can provide factual, non-subjective information. A judge may consider the following when deciding if a witness is credible or not: Consistency of informatio...

How to Protect Yourself After a New Jersey Car Accident

Jun 22, 2023

When you’ve been injured in a Steps To Take After A Car Accident There are a number of things people can do to protect themselves after being involved in an accident. These include: Keeping a record of all text messages, photos and videos that you might have taken as evidence. Photos are especially important for insurance claims in the case something was damaged but not fully visible to your human eye. If the polic...

Car Accidents and Concussions: What Parents Need to Know if Their Child Sustains One

Jun 22, 2023

A What To Do Following A Car Accident With Your Child Immediate medical care should always be a priority following a car accident. However, it may be even more important when there is a child in the car. One of the biggest challenges of being in a car accident with a young child is that they may not be able to communicate pain or injuries to you. Some injuries, including a concussion, may no...

Understanding NJ’s No-Fault Car Accident Laws

Jun 22, 2023

New Jersey is a no-fault car accident state. This means that if you’re in a car accident, regardless of who is at fault, you’ll turn to your insurance provider to cover your damages. However, despite what many people think, this doesn’t mean that fault isn’t assigned to either driver in an accident. What Does No-Fault Mean? If you’re in a Using Your Health Insurance Provider As Your PIP Provider New Jersey requires all driver...

How to Prove Your Uber Accident Case in New Jersey

Jun 22, 2023

If you were injured in an Ways To Prove Your Case In An Uber Accident You can prove your case in an Uber accident with the following steps: Confirm the Driver Was Working for Uber You may have compensation options available through Uber. However, this requires that the driver was actively logged into the app at the time of the accident. Otherwise, Uber will not pay for the damages the driver caused and yo...