A collision with a commercial truck can leave you with devastating injuries and a long road to recovery. Medical bills pile up quickly, and the physical and emotional toll may last for months or even years. If another party’s negligence caused the accident—the truck driver, the trucking company, or another party—you can...
What to Do After Being Injured in a Truck Accident in New Jersey
Truck accidents can cause severe injuries and result in lasting emotional, physical, and financial burdens. In New Jersey, where major highways and commercial traffic intersect daily, collisions involving large trucks are all too common. Knowing what to do in the moments and days after a truck accident can help protect both...
Is a Commercial Trucker Held to Higher Standards on the Road?
Commercial trucks are involved in thousands of accidents each year. Sadly, the majority of the people injured or killed in large truck accidents are occupants of other vehicles. An 80,000-pound semi-truck easily crushes a passenger vehicle.
Because truck accidents cause catastrophic injuries, commercial truck drivers...
Causes of, and Injuries From, Jackknife Accidents
A "Jackknife" accident is where a truck or vehicle towing something becomes folded in a "v" or "l" shape as a result of uncontrolled skidding. These accidents can be caused by brake issues, challenging road conditions, equipment failure, or may be an intentional act by a driver to force a vehicle to...
Why Do Truck Drivers Falsify Log Books in New Jersey?
The three most common reasons truck drivers falsify log books in New Jersey are:
Earn more moneyGet home fasterPressure from employersUnfortunately, falsifying log books can lead to drowsy driving accidents. Driving too long without breaks or sleep is a common cause of truck accidents. Our...
Trucking Accidents: Common Causes & Liability
Commercial trucking accidents often result in life-threatening and sometimes life-ending injuries to those involved. In fact, the US Department of Transportation reports rising numbers of big-rig-related fatalities since 2009.
If you or someone you love has suffered...
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Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Truck Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been hurt in a truck accident, choosing the right lawyer can make all the difference in your recovery. Not every personal injury attorney has the experience or resources to handle the unique challenges of truck accident cases. Knowing the right questions to ask during your consultation can help you...
What Should You Do After an 18-Wheeler Accident in New Jersey?
Commercial truck accidents involving big-rigs and 18-wheelers are on the rise in New Jersey and across the country. Due to the significant size and weight of commercial trucks, these accidents often result in severe injury or death.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident,...
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How Do Commercial Truck Accident Claims Work?
Every year, hundreds of serious crashes occur in New Jersey involving commercial trucks, semi-trucks, and big rigs. These accidents often result in devastating injuries and fatalities, and determining who is legally responsible isn’t always straightforward.
If you’ve been injured in a commercial truck accident in New Jersey, your first...
Truck Accident Statistics & Safety Trends in New Jersey 2025
Truck accidents remain a serious concern on New Jersey’s roads. While the most recent nationwide data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reflects some improvement in overall traffic safety, crashes involving large trucks continue to cause devastating injuries and fatalities, especially in high-traffic areas like Essex, Bergen, and Middlesex...