June 8, 2022

Mid-summer in New Jersey can get hot. Many New Jerseyans will head to the coast to beat the heat. Before you head off on an enjoyable beach day, going over the most common beach injuries and who may be liable can help you and your family stay safe. Review this information before you head to Keansburg Beach or the Jersey Shore.  Common Beach Injuries Some of the most common beach injuries include: Slip and fall accidents: Wet walkways and restaurant floors can get slippery and lead to slip and fall accidents.Burns: Beach-goers may be injured by…

May 20, 2022

If you’re in a car accident in New Jersey, you expect your insurance company to cover your damages. That’s why you pay your monthly premium, after all. So it can be confusing when the insurance company refuses to pay. Common Reasons Why Insurance Companies Refuse to Pay It can be helpful to know why insurance companies refuse to pay car accident claims in the first place. One of the most common reasons why insurance companies won’t pay a claim is if there’s a dispute as to who’s at fault. Most companies will only agree to pay…

May 10, 2022

Navigating a car accident as a passenger can be confusing. It’s clear that you’re not at fault, but who is responsible for your medical bills or damages? Your Options Following a Car Accident as a Passenger Your options following a car accident as a passenger may depend on who’s at fault for the accident. A few options include: Another Driver Caused the Accident If another driver was responsible for the car accident in which you were injured, you might be able to pursue compensation from their insurance provider. New Jersey drivers are required to carry…

May 4, 2022

While there are many similarities between car and truck accidents, there are also a few key differences. Knowing these differences can help you pursue a personal injury case after being injured in a New Jersey truck accident. Basic Differences Between Truck and Car Crashes Some of the biggest differences between car and truck accidents include: Size and Weight of Impact Commercial trucks are much larger than passenger vehicles, so there’s often much more impact in an accident. If a commercial truck hits a passenger vehicle, there’s almost always expensive damage and injuries present. If a…

May 2, 2022

Car accidents are a common occurrence in New Jersey. But you likely never expect to be in an accident as a pedestrian. Because pedestrian accidents are less common than motor vehicle accidents, you may end up skipping necessary steps important to your wellbeing. Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident If you’re in a pedestrian accident, there are a few things you should do as soon as possible, including: Call the police: Notify the police as soon as possible after the pedestrian accident. This way, if you need medical help, they can call an EMS…