According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, left-turn car accidents make up a significant number of all intersection-related crashes. This particular type of accident is known for occurring suddenly. Left-turn crashes frequently lead to serious driver and passenger injuries, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and lacerations. Although the driver who turns left is typically at fault, this is not always the case. This is why it is critical to consult with a lawyer following a collision that[…] Read More
Category: Personal Injury
Can a Foreign Tourist Be Liable for a Car Accident?
Getting into a car accident is bad enough, but what happens when the person who caused the crash is from a foreign country? You can probably guess that the situation will be more complicated, but as with other kinds of accidents, there will be options to consider. You might be able to make an insurance claim when a foreign tourist caused the crash, but it depends upon the circumstances. If that person was driving a rental car that malfunctioned, the[…] Read More
What Do I Need to Know About Filing a Wrongful Death Claim?
To lose someone you love unexpectedly is a devasting experience. That pain is compounded when their passing could have possibly been prevented. While legal action is probably not the first thing on your mind after the death of someone you care about, wrongful death claims are important. In New Jersey, a wrongful death claim is a legal term that applies to cases where someone dies due to the wrongful, negligent act of another. Common examples of wrongful death include car[…] Read More