Who Is at Fault in an Uber Accident?
When people think of an Uber accident, they may assume that the Uber driver is automatically at fault for what happened. However, while Uber drivers are responsible for many accidents, they are not always liable for every crash. Determining who is to blame requires investigation. Uber accident injuries happen in several ways. You could be a passenger […]
New Jersey State Trooper Struck by Car, Flown to Hospital With Serious Injuries
A New Jersey State trooper was life-flighted to an area hospital with serious injuries after being struck by a car along the Atlantic City Expressway late Friday. The trooper and another officer were performing a routine traffic stop on the left shoulder of the freeway when one of their patrol cars was struck by another […]
How to File an Uber Accident Insurance Claim
Uber accidents share some key similarities and differences with other personal injury cases. The same general principles apply as you must prove liability and deal with an insurance company. These same insurance companies make quite a bit of money from the business they get from rideshare companies. However, there are different considerations. In nearly all cases, you […]
Who Is At Fault for a Parking Lot Accident?
CBS News reports that, according to the National Safety Council, over 50,000 parking lot accidents occur yearly, representing 20 percent of all motor vehicle accidents. Additionally, 500 people die in these accidents, and another 60,000 are injured. Determining who was to blame for the parking lot accident may be challenging. Therefore, you should contact an experienced […]
How Do I Get Paid After a Car Accident?
While it is not an absolute legal obligation, the first step that you should take to get paid after a car accident is to call a personal injury lawyer. Your lawyer will begin your case by speaking with you and learning more about what happened. They will then investigate your car accident and gather the proof […]
What Types of Damages Can I Recover After a Car Accident?
When you have been injured in a car accident caused by someone else, they may have to pay for all your damages. A car accident can cause harm beyond what comes out of your pocket. You should hire an experienced car accident lawyer to help pursue compensation in your case. Car accident damages broadly break […]
What Is the Discovery Rule in Personal Injury Cases?
New Jersey Statutes 2A: 14-2 sets the time limit for filing a personal injury claim at two years from the date the cause of action accrues. This clock usually begins to run when you suffer a personal injury. However, this is not always the case. Sometimes, you may not know that you were injured when the accident occurred. To […]
What Is Comparative Negligence in New Jersey?
Sometimes, the insurance company may claim you are partly or completely to blame for your car accident injuries. If they are correct, it may reduce your financial recovery or eliminate it. Your lawyer may need to defend your actions while they also argue that someone else was to blame for your injuries. Understanding Comparative Negligence […]
5 podcasts to entertain you on a road trip
If you have a road trip coming up, listening to podcasts is a great way to pass the time as you drive solo or with company. No matter your interests, you can find podcasts to fit your needs. If you’re new to podcasts, start by downloading a podcast app to your mobile device. From there, […]
New Jersey pedestrians deserve better safety
New Jersey safety should be the most important concept to our law makers. Smart Growth America’s recently released report named Dangerous by Design 2014 provides a detailed view of the risk to pedestrians in the United States. The organization recounts the staggering number of deaths from pedestrian accidents around the nation as well as the types of […]