Few things are more distressing than getting into a car accident while on vacation. No matter where the accident happens, the first step is to ensure that you and your passengers are okay. If an emergency room trip is unnecessary, you still want to visit a nearby urgent care center that same day because symptoms[…] Read More
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Why Is Summer the Most Dangerous Time to Drive?
Every year, automotive safety experts remind everyone that summertime is the most dangerous time to drive. In fact, the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. There are many reasons for the increase in car accidents in summer. Increase in Traffic With everyone going on vacation[…] Read More
Is it Dangerous to Drive on Memorial Day Weekend?
Many view Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial opening of the summer season, as we honor those in the military. With the many travelers expected to be out on Memorial Day weekend, it is normal to question if it is a dangerous time to be on the roads. On Memorial Day weekend, travelers around the[…] Read More
Is Shoulder Pain Common After a Car Accident?
Some injuries are more common than others, particularly from a car accident. Connected to the neck and back, the shoulder area is often injured by the sheer impact of a crash, as the driver or passenger put their arm out to brace themselves. Because it is such a complex structure, shoulder injuries are not always[…] Read More
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim?
You might be physically incapacitated due to injuries from a car accident. If so, that would be a good reason why you did not file an accident claim right away. The medical diagnosis and records of your medical treatment and costs would affirm your inability to file a claim immediately following an accident. However, in[…] Read More
Am I Liable If a Medical Condition Caused a Car Accident?
Figuring out liability for a car accident caused by a driver suffering a medical condition is easy if your insurance is a no-fault policy (available in about dozen states), especially if there aren’t a great deal of expenses incurred. If you are not seriously injured, and expenses acquired as a result of the accident don’t[…] Read More
Who Is Liable if My Friend Crashes My Car?
You might assume if a friend drives your car and crashes it, then their auto insurance policy will cover the damages. However, that is not the case. Auto insurance policies follow the vehicle in the event of an accident. If you are the primary name on your car’s insurance policy, then you are on the[…] Read More
Slip and Fall Injuries on Uneven Flooring
One of the major causes of slip and fall accidents is uneven flooring. Whether it be in a grocery store, big box store, retail store, or another commercial business, an uneven section of flooring can be dangerous. New Jersey premise liability law requires that property owners maintain their properties in a safe condition for their[…] Read More
What if I Had a Slip and Fall Accident at School?
Over 9 million children are treated in the nation’s emergency rooms every year for unintentional injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Children spend the bulk of their time in school, making schools the most common location for children to sustain injuries, often the result of slip and fall accidents. What[…] Read More
What Types of Slip and Fall Accidents Occur in Spring?
Winter weather brings plenty of hazards, and slip and fall accidents are not the least of them. Although spring brings warmer weather and fewer threats of snow and ice, the threat of slip and fall accidents remains. Just as ice is a threat for slip and fall accidents, wet spring weather is hazardous too. People[…] Read More