Category: Automobile Accidents

Many drivers assume that they are safer in their SUVs in the event of a crash because SUVs are safer compared to lighter and smaller vehicles. However, while SUVs may have an advantage in accidents involving lighter vehicles, SUVs are much more likely to be involved in fatal single-vehicle crashes compared to...

When a person is injured in a car accident in New Jersey, one of the first steps after seeking medical attention is to file an insurance claim. An insurance claim can provide compensation for medical bills, lost income, and other damages. However, New Jersey car insurance requirements can have a significant impact on a...

Last Updated on Aug 3, 2026 Most car accident settlements for physical injuries are not taxable under federal law. However, certain portions of a settlement, such as punitive damages, interest, or compensation for emotional distress that is not connected to a physical injury, may be taxable.

If you are injured in a car accident, the insurance adjuster for the other driver may contact you to discuss your claim. Even if you have the same insurance company as the other driver, the insurance adjuster is not on your side. An insurance claims adjuster works to protect the insurance company’s best interest,...

New Jersey winters can be brutal, especially for drivers. Snow, ice, and cold rains make roads slick and dangerous. Even though you may not be able to control the driving behaviors of other drivers, you can take some steps that will reduce your risk of being involved in a winter car accident. If you...

A recent article in Business Insider cites an unpublished study that claims fatal car accidents increase after rideshare services are launched in a city. The results of the study, conducted by researchers from Rice University and the University of Chicago, have been challenged by Lyft and Uber as “deeply flawed.” However,...

When we think of car accidents, we usually imagine an impersonal event where two or more vehicles collide due to negligent behavior. Often times though, car accidents are the result of a more personal exchange, one that we commonly call road rage. The increase of motorists has resulted in the rise of road rage...

Getting into an accident can be a scary affair. Aside from physical damage to your vehicle that can be costly, the aftermath of a crash can leave you and other loved ones with serious injuries. In cases like this, a New Jersey car accident attorney will strongly recommend you obtain a copy of...

Even minor car accidents can be terrifying. However, the few minutes or even hours just after an accident can be crucial to your personal injury case. Because of this, it is important to keep your wits about you, if possible, after a car accident. Getting information and talking to witnesses can be...