Distracted driving has been on the rise as new technologies continually emerge. Drivers are expected to maintain focus, visually, audibly, manually, and cognitively when on the road. As such, distractions of this nature can result in accidents. Distractions could fall into any of these four categories: Visual Distractions Visual distractions cover any distraction that diverts the… [ Read More ]
Taking Photos After a Car Accident In the aftermath of a car accident, things can seem chaotic. The first step, of course, is to make sure that no one involved in the collision needs emergency medical care, and to call the police to the scene to handle safety issues on the road or highway and… [ Read More ]
Steps to Take Following a New Jersey Motor Vehicle Accident An automobile accident often has repercussions that last for a long time after the time of the accident itself, and a huge part of making sure that these are dealt with smoothly is to gather documentation of the accident right after it occurs. The quality… [ Read More ]
Causes of Car Accidents Some car accidents occur to defects in the road or the vehicles involved in the accident. However, many more accidents are caused by driver error. There are certain factors that may make a driver more susceptible to error and negligence behind the wheel which in turn creates a higher risk for… [ Read More ]
The Horror of Rollover Accidents Have you ever watched an action movie where an extreme car accident occurs, and the vehicle completely flips over? Can you imagine the horror of being involved in a similar accident in real life? Experts estimate that out of all accidents, about two percent result in rollovers. Despite this, it… [ Read More ]
Distracted Driving Statistics Statistics suggest that nearly one in four fatal motor vehicle accidents are directly caused by distracted driving. An even more alarming trend is that teenagers and younger drivers are the most likely groups to drive distracted. It’s necessary to increase our collective awareness about the causes and consequences of distracted driving to… [ Read More ]
Q. Do you always file suit against the person who caused an injury or is there some other way to handle it?
