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Prompt investigation of an auto accident is crucial for determining how the crash occurred and who is at fault. Multiple parties may investigate the accident, each with different procedures and goals. Although the ostensible aim of an investigation is to get to “the truth” behind the accident, it is important to remember that the parties …
Accidents at stop signs are extremely common. In fact, the Federal Highway Administration reports that about half of all injury-involved accidents occur at intersections, including intersections controlled by stop signs. While determining who is at fault in a stop sign accident may seem challenging, in most cases the evidence will point to one driver being …
Road work is a constant presence on New Jersey’s roads and highways. Unfortunately, statistics show that work zones increase the risk of serious and fatal traffic accidents. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that there are more than 700 fatal accidents in work zones each year. Many more of these collisions result in …
The New Jersey no-fault law requires drivers to carry personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. Oftentimes the only option motorists have after an accident is to file a PIP claim with their own insurance company. In the event of an accident, no-fault car insurance covers losses that other insurance policies do not. However, it is also …
Obviously, it took a little while for car seat designs in the United States dedicated for children to catch up with the kind of energy and advancements put into cars themselves. Automobiles came on the scene shortly after the turn of the century in 1908 with the Ford Motor Company’s Model T, which was one …
If you are seriously injured in a car accident, you may be able to bring a claim against the individual(s) responsible. Generally there is only one liable party: the driver who caused the accident. However, liability for the accident may extend to one or more additional parties in certain circumstances. For this reason, it is …
If you are driving straight and another driver turns left in front of you, the driver of the other vehicle is almost always at fault for the accident. More often than not, cars traveling straight have the right of way at intersections. The driver turning left has a legal obligation to wait until it is …
Approximately one dozen states across the country have implemented some form of “no fault” car accident laws. Under a no-fault system, accident claimants generally turn to their own insurance company for coverage of select losses, including medical expenses and lost wages. New Jersey is one of the few no-fault states to offer drivers a choice …
Calling 911 is an important step after any vehicle accident where injuries occur. Although any driver would not hesitate to call for fire and rescue if someone was hurt in the crash, many accident victims are unsure whether the police should respond as well. By law, some accidents must be reported to the police. Even …
Everyone has heard about the importance of exchanging information with the other driver after an accident. But what information, exactly, do you need to trade? And, furthermore, why is it important to take this step? Although seeking medical attention and filing a report with the police are both crucial after a car accident, getting the …
The question of who is at fault for an accident generally rests on the drivers involved. One driver may be wholly at fault for the collision, or the negligence of multiple drivers may be a factor. However, depending on the circumstances, additional parties may be liable. The parties at fault for damages in your accident …
The lawyers at Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. are dedicated to representing our clients aggressively, compassionately, and with consideration during every stage of your case. We understand that immigrants, including those both documented and undocumented, often work in dangerous careers in the United States. Jobs like construction, bricklaying, demolition, carpentry, maintenance at elevation, ironworking, and …
In New Jersey, the law prohibits drivers from using any handheld devices while operating a vehicle. This applies whether they are making a phone call, texting, or using messenger services, among other tasks. These actions are distracting and can put the driver, as well as other drivers and pedestrians, at risk. This is especially true …
We all know that auto accidents can result in injuries, so it may come as a surprise that many drivers walk away from an accident, believing that they weren’t hurt at all. All too often, we encounter clients who thought at the time of their accident that they were uninjured…only to realize after the fact …
Every year, millions of people are put at risk by impaired drivers. Poor impulse control, dangerous habits, and irresponsibility all contribute to many injuries and deaths due to drunk driving. Even a seemingly minor auto accident at low speeds can have debilitating consequences. A car accident lawyer is essential to ensure that victims are compensated …
Winter weather can make it more likely for commuters to find themselves in a car accident. The freezing temperatures and dangerous precipitation (snow, sleet, and hail) can cause dangerous conditions on the road. Combine that with the fact that we often travel more during these months due to the holidays, and it’s no surprise that …
On Monday, October 8th, a limousine carrying 18 people crashed in upstate New York, killing all on board as well as two pedestrians. Authorities are calling the incident the most deadly traffic accident in decades, and new reports have come out showing that it may have been avoidable. The vehicle was en route to a …
Getting in a car accident is a nightmare for everyone involved, particularly for those who are driving with a child in the car with them at the time of impact. According to a recent sobering study, one child under the age of 13 is involved in a car accident every 33 seconds. Given the high …
As fall approaches, there’s plenty to look forward to: pumpkin spice lattes, the changing colors of the leaves, and the pleasant weather associated with the season. Unfortunately, with the arrival of fall, there are also quite a few road hazards that can make driving more difficult and even cause an uptick in accidents. Here are …
Texting while driving accident cases that go to trial have been not traditionally been eligible for punitive damages, unless another aggravating factor – like speeding or failing to comply with other traffic laws – is also involved. In recent years, however, an increasing number of these claims have been permitted to request punitive damages from …
