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- What To Do If You Crash Your Bike?
Aug 11, 2021
Many New Jersey residents prefer using bicycles as a form of exercise, leisure, and transport. However, regardless of the safety precautions you take, there is always a likelihood of being involved in an accident. Though no one gets on a bike expecting to get in an accident, knowing the steps to take should you be involved in one is essential in helping you stay in control of the situation and ensuring that your rights are...Read More - Which Pedestrians Are Most at Risk for an Accident?
Aug 1, 2021
The pedestrians most at risk are adults aged 65 years and older. They accounted for about 17% of the U.S pedestrian deaths in 2021. Other pedestrian groups like children 14 below & impaired people are also high-risk, especially in urban areas. When you’re traveling on a roadway, either as a motorist or pedestrian, it’s important to be aware of all other motorists and pedestrians that are sharing the road with you. Accidents that involve pedestrians...Read More - How Frequently Are Bikes Hit by Cars?
Jul 11, 2021
As the population continues to grow within cities, bicycle use has increased exponentially in the last decade. There is an expanding movement to refrain from using cars or gas-powered transport and choose bicycles to do activities such as shopping or work. Because of this surge of riders occupying the road, cycling accidents involving vehicles hitting riders are growing at an alarming rate. Each year, 2% of the fatalities from vehicle crashes are from cyclists, and...Read More - What to do if You Are in a Pedestrian Accident While Walking on an Interstate
Jul 9, 2021
Pedestrians walking along the interstate are more common than people realize. There are plenty of good reasons why someone would be walking along the interstate. If your car breaks down in the middle of the freeway, you may need to cross to safety while you wait for help. Unaware drivers may not see you crossing in time to stop, or other conditions like time of day and weather can affect visibility. Consider these everyday situations...Read More - What to Do if You’re Involved in a Motorcycle Accident
Jul 9, 2021
Motorcycles are a passion for those who enjoy the freedom of the open road. With all of the perks and sense of community your motorcycle brings you, an increased risk of accidents, injuries, and even death has some riders worried. New Jersey is known for the Turnpike and heavy traffic. This congestion means that increased accidents, especially those involving motorcycles, are inevitable. Since their establishment by Mark Sadaka in 2008, the Law Offices of Sadaka...Read More - What is a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident?
Jul 9, 2021
When most people think of motor vehicle accidents, they think of collisions between two cars. One car makes an error in judgment and hits another car, but that is not the only way an accident can occur, especially when you are on a motorcycle. When careless driving puts bikers at risk and causes you to crash your motorcycle, this is called a “no contact” motorcycle accident. A no-contact motorcycle accident does not mean that you...Read More - What Happens When Someone You Love Is Involved In A Fatal Motorcycle Accident
Jun 17, 2021
Losing a loved one in a fatal motorcycle accident is a traumatic experience that nobody ever wants to experience. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents are one of the most common types of accidents and be fatal. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die in an accident than passengers in a car. Motorcyclists don’t offer their drivers any protection, and because of their smaller size, they are harder to...Read More - Distracted Drivers Can Be Held Liable For Hitting Jaywalking Pedestrians
Jun 17, 2021
When can a driver be held liable for hitting a jaywalking pedestrian? A driver may be held liable if their negligence—such as speeding, distraction, or failure to adjust to road conditions—contributed to the accident, even if the pedestrian was jaywalking. You’re driving around the city during rush hour when you suddenly hit someone crossing the street. It turns out they were not walking in a crosswalk, but jaywalking when you hit them. What do you do...Read More - What To Do When You’re Involved In A Speed Boat Accident
May 25, 2021
Speed boat accidents involve the captain, the boat, and the passengers. The captain/owner is required to report accidents that occur while operating a boat. So when you are involved in a boating accident and crash into another ship or object, what do you do now? And if you are a passenger on a boat that is involved in an accident, what do you do to make sure you are protected? Just like car accidents, you...Read More - What’s The Risk Of Getting Hit By A Car While Biking?
May 19, 2021
Bicycling is a great way to get in shape and stay healthy, save on gas money, and help the environment by reducing pollution. But distracted and aggressive drivers make biking a dangerous sport, especially on a busy road. The good news is that severe bike accidents are decreasing due to bike groups advocating for betting infrastructure. Unfortunately, there’s still a potential for fatal accidents. Statistics show 45,000 reported bike accidents occurred in 2015, 5,000 down...Read More