New Jersey Injury Attorney Blog

Recently, a woman was seriously injured after her bicycle was struck by a hit-and-run taxi cab driver at Clinton and West Side Avenues in Jersey City, according to a news report in The Jersey Journal. Officials say the taxi driver struck the bicyclist, dragged her underneath the taxi cab, and then reversed the vehicle and drove away. The female bicyclist suffered critical injuries. Authorities are searching for the taxi driver, whom officials have identified as a man with dreadlocks and is about 5 feet 9 inches tall.

Under New Jersey Statute 39:4-129: “The driver of any vehicle, knowingly involved in an accident resulting in injury or death to any person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident.” It is a felony to leave an injured victim without offering assistance. Victims of hit-and-run accidents are often left holding medical bills and are faced with additional financial burdens such as rehabilitation costs and loss of wages.

When the authorities find the hit-and-run driver, the victim may hold the at-fault motorist civilly liable for the crash by filing a personal injury claim. Victims of New Jersey bicycle accidents caused by hit-and-run drivers who are not located may be able to file a claim with their own insurance company if they have uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. If the bike crash was caused due to a dangerous roadway or intersection, the governmental entity responsible for maintaining the roadway can also be held civilly liable for the injuries and damages caused.

The Princeton bicycle crash lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have successfully helped injured victims and their families in New Jersey obtain just compensation for their damages and losses following a bike accident. Contact us at 609-240-0040 for a free, comprehensive, and completely confidential consultation today.

Recently, a 51-year-old woman was killed in a car crash after her vehicle veered off the roadway on the Garden State Parkway in Wall, NJ, according to a news report in The Star-Ledger. When the woman’s vehicle veered off the roadway, it struck a tree and a part of the tree went through the passenger window and fatally injured the woman. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. An investigation is underway to determine what caused the driver to lose control of her vehicle.

There are a number of potential causes for single-vehicle car crashes in New Jersey. While driver negligence is one common cause, there are usually several other issues that must be examined in these cases. Did a second driver force the vehicle off the roadway before leaving the scene of the crash? Did a hazardous roadway play a part in the crash? Did a defective part such as a defective tire make the vehicle veer off the road? The accident site and the vehicle should be inspected before the authorities determine the cause of the crash.

The family of someone killed in a New Jersey single-vehicle car accident would be well-advised to preserve the damaged vehicle for a thorough inspection by an expert who will examine it for defects, malfunctions, and other accident-related evidence. It may also be in their best interest to contact a skilled attorney to ensure that their rights are protected.

The reputable Princeton wrongful death car accident lawyers offer free consultations at 609-240-0040 to anyone who has lost a loved one in a fatal car crash in New Jersey. Call us today to learn more about your legal rights and to find out how we can help you hold a negligent motorist accountable for their actions.

A teenager was killed in Ocean County recently after a car struck him while he rode a skateboard on Jordan Road in Brick, according to a news report in The Star-Ledger. The 19-year-old teen, who was a student at Ocean County College, was killed when a car attempted to pass another vehicle and struck him. The 53-year-old driver has not been cited for the crash, but an investigation is ongoing.

Under New Jersey Revised Statute 39:4-10.10: “Every person operating any roller skates or skateboard upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle.” This means that drivers must yield right-of-way to skateboarders as they would to bicyclists or other drivers. Skateboarders should be aware, however, that under Statute 39:4-10.10a, the governing body of any municipality may determine if skateboarding on a public roadway is allowed in their community.

Drivers who make unsafe lane changes or fail to yield right-of-way to skateboarders may be held liable if a New Jersey pedestrian accident results. If a skateboarder is killed in a collision, the victim’s family may pursue compensation for their losses by filing a wrongful death claim. In such cases, compensation may be available to cover expenses such as medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, and more.

The experienced Princeton pedestrian accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein help injured victims and the families of deceased victims receive fair compensation for their accident-related losses. Please contact our law offices at 609-240-0040 to schedule your free and comprehensive consultation today.

Driving while drowsy or fatigued is extremely dangerous. When a fatigued driver is a truck driver, however, the resulting consequences can be even more catastrophic. Unfortunately, many drivers who are found to be fatigued at the time of an accident are truck drivers, often due to the long hours they work. Truck drivers who cause accidents by driving when they are drowsy or tired may be held liable for their negligence.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has strict guidelines on the number of hours commercial drivers can work without rest. The goal of these restrictions is to decrease the chances of fatigued driving among truck drivers. Truck drivers may only drive for 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty. Additionally, truck drivers “may not drive after 60/70 hours on duty in seven/eight consecutive days.” Drivers who break these regulations and trucking companies that allow their drivers to break these laws put everyone on the roadway at great risk of being in a New Jersey truck crash.

Truck drivers and trucking companies are required under federal law to maintain driving logs that detail how many hours the driver has been on the road and how much rest they have had during a driving shift. However, there have been numerous instances where federal investigators have found falsified logs, inaccurate logs, or logs that have not been maintained consistently, which often result in fatigued driving accidents.

If a fatigued truck driver causes an accident, both the driver and the trucking company can be held accountable for a victim’s injuries and accident-related losses. The skilled New Jersey truck accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein help victims of truck crashes in New Jersey prove liability following accident. We will fight hard for your legal rights and make sure that you receive the compensation you need and deserve. Our knowledgeable attorneys can be reached at 609-240-0040. Call for a free consultation today.

A 34-year-old driver was injured in a car accident recently that involved an SUV rollover at Bridgeton Pike and Elk Road in Elk Township, according to a news report in The Gloucester County Times. The driver was reportedly traveling west in a 2006 Ford Explorer when it collided with a 2002 Ford Taurus. The driver of the SUV became trapped inside the vehicle when it overturned after the collision. Officials are in the process of determining who was at fault for the New Jersey SUV rollover accident.

Typically, intersection accidents in New Jersey involve a driver failing to obey traffic safety laws, such as violating New Jersey Statute 39:4-120.9 by failing to stop at a red light or stop sign, which can result in a serious injury accident. To determine who was at fault, authorities may investigate the scene of the crash, interview the drivers involved, and even seek eyewitness accounts of the accident.

Even in cases where the authorities choose not to cite the at-fault driver, compensation may still be available to the injured victims. If the at-fault motorist’s insurance refuses to offer an adequate settlement, the injured victim may pursue compensation through civil litigation. Compensation should be available for losses such as medical expenses, time away from work, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

The skilled New Jersey car accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein make sure that injured victims of car accidents get the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. We help hold at-fault motorists liable and protect the rights of our injured clients. Call 609-240-0040 today if a negligent driver has hurt you or a loved one.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines aggressive driving as “when individuals commit a combination of moving traffic offenses so as to endanger other persons or property.” Aggressive drivers who commit multiple traffic offenses at once have the potential to cause serious injury accidents and they put everyone on the road at great risk.

Aggressive driving typically involves several traffic violations. For example, a driver who is speeding, tailgating, or making unsafe lane changes is driving dangerously aggressive. Not only may aggressive drivers face multiple citations, they may also be held financially liable for any accidents and injuries they cause.

Aggressive driving is not the same as road rage, which is a criminal offense involving an assault with a vehicle or weapon. Road rage may involve loss of temper that results in an act of violence or aggression. Aggressive driving is not necessarily brought on by a particular incident. Some examples of aggressive driving include excessively speeding, tailgating, erratic lane changes and failure to obey traffic lights.

Victims of accidents caused by aggressive drivers often suffer serious injuries or death. Compensation is available to victims of aggressive drivers if the victim or the victim's family chooses to file a personal injury claim against the at-fault motorist. Injured victims in such cases can seek compensation for medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation, and other related damages.

The New Jersey car accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein help injured victims of accidents caused by aggressive drivers receive the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. If an aggressive driver has injured you or a loved one, please call our law offices at 609-240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

Weather forecasters are calling for at least five days of rain in New Jersey thanks to a slow-moving storm that is affecting much of the Northeast. Northern New Jersey is expected to get the most rainfall, and is expected to get up to 5 inches. Meteorologists say this has been a wetter-than-average spring. Rain can not only cancel baseball games and keep farmers off the field, but it can also make driving a nightmare. In rainy conditions, it is difficult to see other vehicles, road signs, and oftentimes even the road itself. It is extremely important to make sure during such inclement weather that motorists can see and be seen on the roadway to reduce the chance of a New Jersey car crash occurring.

First and perhaps most importantly, slow down when it is raining. This should be obvious, but people are so used to driving certain speeds on certain roads that they forget the need to slow down in wet weather. Many people fail to realize or remember that it takes longer to stop or adjust to wet weather conditions. Try to stay towards the middle lanes of traffic since water is more likely to gather and pool in the outside lanes. Make sure you maintain proper following distances. Turn your headlights on, even in a light rain. It will help you see the road and let others see you.

A number of people in New Jersey are seriously injured in car accidents caused by the negligence or recklessness of other motorists. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car crash in New Jersey, please call our experienced Princeton car accident attorneys to obtain more information about pursuing your rights. Call our law offices at 609-240-0040 to find out how we can help you receive fair compensation for your injuries and accident-related losses.

Distracted driving is a serious problem in New Jersey and across the nation. Examples of distracted driving include text messaging, eating, reading, making a phone call, or fiddling with stereo while driving. Perhaps the best way to lessen your chances of being involved in a distracted driving car accident is to make sure that you are focused on the roadway at all times. Anytime you take your eyes off the road, take your hands off the steering wheel, or take your attention away from driving, you are putting yourself and others on the road at great risk.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 20 percent of all injury crashes in the year 2009 involved distracted driving accidents. A total of 5,474 people were killed and approximately 448,000 people were injured in distracted driving accidents. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that drivers who use hand-held devices are four times as likely to get into accidents serious enough to injure themselves.

One way officials are trying to decrease the number of cell phone-related accidents in New Jersey is through citations. Currently, the New Jersey one of only eight states that prohibit all drivers from using handheld devices while driving. Drivers who wish to make a phone call are required to pull over before using their phone. However, cell phone use is not the only form a distracted driving that can prove dangerous. The New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety also warns drivers against applying makeup, tending to children, eating, drinking, and talking to other passengers while behind the wheel.

Distracted driving is negligent driving. Victims of accidents caused by distracted drivers may pursue financial compensation by filing a personal injury claim. The experienced Princeton car accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein know how to hold distracted drivers accountable for the accidents and injuries they cause. Call our law offices today at 609-240-0040 for a free consultation if a distracted motorist in New Jersey has injured you or a loved one.

Three people were injured in a head-on collision recently on Main Road in Vineland, New Jersey, according to The News of Cumberland County. Officials say that the driver of a Jeep let the vehicle cross the double yellow line before crashing head-on into a Mercury Mariner. Both drivers and a passenger in the Mercury were hospitalized with complaints of pain, though none were reported to be seriously injured. It is what may have caused the driver of the Jeep to drift into oncoming traffic.

Under New Jersey Statute 39:4-86: “The driver of a vehicle shall not drive to the left side of the center line of a highway in overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction unless the left side is clearly visible and free of oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance ahead to permit the overtaking and passing to be made in safety.” Motorists responsible for veering into oncoming traffic may be held liable for any accidents or injuries they cause.

Injured victims of New Jersey car accidents often suffer substantial physical and financial damages. Compensation may be available for these losses through civil litigation. A successful personal injury claim may result in compensation for medical bills, therapy costs, time away from work, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

The knowledgeable New Jersey car crash attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein help victims who have been injured by a negligent driver receive the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident in New Jersey, please contact us at 609-240-0040 to find out how we can help you.

A 33-year-old man was killed recently after the six-ton Ingersoll Rand roller he was operating fell off an embankment at a Union County construction site. According to a news report in The Star-Ledger, the fatal accident occurred on a path off East Coast Greenway near Union and Kenilworth. The man was attempting to flatten a pathway with the large machine when it fell off the embankment. Fellow employees found the 33-year-old father of two after the fatal crash. It is unclear if he was wearing a seatbelt.

Construction and road work continue to be two of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. New Jersey construction workers are in constant danger of machinery malfunctions, dangerous worksite incidents, and accidents caused by defective products. Employers are required to provide proper supervision and training. They are also required to ensure that a worksite is safe for their employees.

Workers’ compensation benefits in New Jersey help injures employees and the families of workers who have been injured or killed on a jobsite. Compensation may be available for losses such as medical costs, funeral expenses and lost future wages. Additional compensation may be available when the accident was caused by negligence or recklessness. An experienced attorney can help a family understand their legal rights and options in such cases.

The skilled New Jersey construction accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein offer free consultations to anyone who has lost a loved one in a worksite accident in New Jersey. We will work diligently to ensure that you receive full and just compensation for your injuries, damages, and losses. Call us today at 609-240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

A child was thrown from a vehicle in a car accident recently that was caused by a vehicle fleeing the police in East Orange. According to a news report in The Star-Ledger, the accident occurred on Central Avenue near Shepard Avenue. Police were pursuing a vehicle when it struck a van that was carrying a driver and at least one passenger. No life-threatening injuries were suffered in the collision. Three people were taken into custody following the New Jersey car crash.

Police departments have immunity from liability with regard to accidents caused by criminal pursuits under New Jersey Statute 59:5-2(b) 2. However, there are protocols police agencies must follow. Law enforcement agencies must make a judgment by weighing the reasons for pursuing a suspect against the risks involved in terms of public safety.

In such cases, the driver who leads officials on a pursuit can be held liable for injuries caused to innocent bystanders. Injured victims of negligent and reckless drivers may pursue financial compensation by filing a personal injury claim. The at-fault motorist may be held liable for all of the damages suffered. Damages commonly covered by a successful civil lawsuit include hospital expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

The knowledgeable New Jersey car accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of holding at-fault motorists liable for the injuries they cause. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car crash caused by a negligent motorist, please contact us at 609-240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation today.

Recently, a 31-year-old woman was seriously injured in a car crash after she was ejected from an overturned vehicle at West Church Street and Good Intent Road in Gloucester Township, according to a news report in The Gloucester County Times. For unknown reasons, the 41-year-old man driving the vehicle lost control and veered into oncoming traffic before driving off the roadway. The vehicle overturned and the female passenger was ejected. She has been listed in severe but stable condition, while the driver was able to be treated for his injuries at the scene of the New Jersey car crash.

Whenever a single-vehicle crash occurs, there are a number of circumstances that must be investigated. Was the motorist speeding? Did a second motorist cause the driver to veer out of control? Did a hazardous roadway condition contribute to the crash? Passengers who suffer serious injuries in a car accident in New Jersey often struggle with how to pursue financial compensation for the losses they have suffered for fear of hurting a friend or family member who was driving the vehicle at the time of the accident. Ideally, insurance companies will cover most of the damages suffered following a serious accident. However, injured passengers often have it in their best interest to discuss their legal options with a skilled attorney before making their decision regarding whether or not to file a claim.

The New Jersey car accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein know how to get injured victims of New Jersey car accidents the compensation they need and deserve from negligent parties. We provide free case evaluations at 609-240-0040 to anyone who has been injured in a car crash in New Jersey. Call us today to find out how we can help.

Car accidents are the leading cause of death for children between the ages of three and 14. One of the biggest steps a parent can take to prevent their child from suffering a serious injury or fatality is to have an effective child safety seat, if appropriate. In New Jersey, children under the age of eight who weigh less than 80 pounds must ride in a child safety seat or booster seat in the rear seat of a vehicle.

Once a child weighs over 80 pounds or is older than 8-years-old, they no longer are legally required to ride in a child safety seat. This does not mean, however, that it is not in their best interest to continue to ride on a safety seat or booster seat. The size of a child will change the effectiveness of a seatbelt. Parents must determine the best options for their children.

Babies from birth to 12 months old should always ride in a rear-facing seat. Children between the ages of one and three should stay in the rear-facing seat until the height of the child exceeds the manufacturer’s recommended height for the seat. It is at this time that the child may begin riding in a front-facing car seat that is secured to the vehicle by a harness. Between the ages of four and seven, the child may outgrow the forward facing seat and begin to use a booster seat. Children over the age of eight should continue to use a booster seat until they are big enough to wear a seatbelt properly.

If you or your child has been injured in a car accident in New Jersey you believe was due to the negligence of another motorist, please contact the experienced Princeton car crash attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein. Call us today at 609-240-0040 to schedule your no-cost consultation.

A 42-year-old man was killed in a car crash recently after the vehicle in which he was a passenger crashed into a tow truck on the Garden State Parkway in Upper Township, according to a news report in The Star-Ledger. A 29-year-old woman let her SUV veer onto the shoulder of the roadway where it slammed into the tow truck. The male passenger in the SUV died shortly after the crash. The female driver has been listed in stable condition and the authorities obtained a blood sample to determine if she was under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The results have not been released.

According to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), in 2009, eight people were killed in car accidents in Cape May. During that same year, 583 people were killed in car crashes in all of New Jersey. Whenever a passenger is killed in a car accident, an investigation is needed to determine who was responsible. Depending on the type of insurance a victim had, the family of the deceased may be able to hold the at-fault motorist financially accountable for their actions.

A New Jersey car accident wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that allows the family of someone killed in a crash to pursue compensation for their losses from negligent parties. Depending on the circumstances, the deceased victim’s spouse, children, and/or parents may be able to pursue damages such as hospital bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of companionship.

The knowledgeable New Jersey wrongful death attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein help victims’ families understand their legal rights and options following a fatal accident. If you have lost a loved one in a car accident in New Jersey that you believe was caused by another motorist’s negligence, please call 609-240-0040 to receive more information about pursuing your legal rights from one of our highly skilled lawyers today.

Six people were injured in a car crash recently on northbound Egg Harbor Road in Washington Township in which police report involved a careless driver, according to a news report in The Gloucester County Times. The collision occurred when a 2007 Hyundai crashed into the back of a 1999 Nissan, which then struck a 2007 Acura SUV which in turn crashed into the back of a 2008 New Jersey Transit bus. The chain reaction crash resulted in injuries to six passengers on the bus. Three of the injured victims were transported to nearby hospitals. The driver of the Hyundai was charged with careless driving.

New Jersey Statute 39:4-47 states, “A person who drives a vehicle carelessly, or without due caution and circumspection, in a manner so as to endanger, or be likely to endanger, a person or property, shall be guilty of careless driving.” Injured victims of careless motorists in New Jersey may pursue monetary compensation for their accident-related losses by filing a claim against the negligent motorist. A successful civil lawsuit could result in compensation for hospital bills, lost wages, rehabilitation costs, and more. In some cases, non-economic losses such as emotional trauma and physical pain may result in additional compensation.

The car accident lawyers in Princeton at Lependorf & Silverstein offer free consultations to anyone injured in an accident caused by a careless driver in New Jersey. Call our law offices at 609-240-0040 for a no-cost consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to learn more about your legal rights today.

May is considered to be Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) uses this time of year to promote safe motorcycle travel throughout the country. As part of this initiative, the federal agency has released a number of reports related to the importance of wearing motorcycle helmets.

According to a 2008 report by the NHTSA, 5,174 motorcyclists were killed and about 96,000 were injured in motorcycle accidents in the U.S. In New Jersey alone, 78 motorcyclists were killed during that year, with only about 87 percent of them wearing helmets. Despite these fatality statistics, the NHTSA reports that a number of fatalities were avoided because of motorcycle helmet use. The agency estimates that motorcycle helmets saved 1,829 lives throughout the U.S. in 2008 and that at least 823 more could have been saved had more motorcyclists been wearing a helmet.

Motorcyclists in New Jersey are required to wear helmets. Under New Jersey Statute 39:3-76.7, “No person shall operate or ride upon a motorcycle unless he wears a securely fitted protective helmet of a size proper for that person.” All motorcycle helmets must have a neck or chin strap and they must have reflectors on both sides.

Unfortunately, a number of motorcycle accidents also occur due to negligent motorists. Injured victims of motorcycle accidents in New Jersey have it in their best interests to seek the counsel of an experienced lawyer who will fight hard to protect their rights. The Princeton motorcycle accident injury lawyers of Lependorf & Silverstein have a long and successful track record helping injured motorcycle accident victims recover full and just compensation for all their injuries, damages, and losses. Call us at 609-240-0040 to schedule your free and comprehensive consultation today.

A 41-year-old woman was killed in a car accident recently after the vehicle in which she was a passenger in crashed into the back of a big rig that was improperly parked on a New Jersey Turnpike onramp in Cherry Hill. NJ.com reports that officials say that a 50-year-old man crashed his Lincoln Town Car into the back of the tractor-trailer, and the woman, who was sleeping in the backseat of the Lincoln, was killed in the crash. The man is reportedly in critical condition. The driver of the truck was issued a citation for parking his big rig illegally.

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), 69 people were killed in large truck accidents in New Jersey in 2009. During that same year, 3,216 people were injured in New Jersey truck accidents.

Due to the sheer size of tractor-trailers, any crash that involves a large truck can prove potentially fatal. In any truck accident, it is important to investigate whether truck driver negligence played a part. Whether the accident was the result of illegal parking, driving under the influence, improper vehicle maintenance, or fatigued driving, truck drivers and their employers can be held liable for the injuries, damages, and losses suffered by an accident victim.

The New Jersey truck crash lawyers of Lependorf & Silverstein work diligently to examine all facets of an accident to ensure that the negligent parties are held accountable. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident in New Jersey, please contact us at 609-240-0040 for a no-cost consultation and comprehensive claim evaluation today.

NJ.com reports that a 56-year-old man was critically injured in a pedestrian accident recently when he stepped off a curb and was struck by a car at North Clinton and Lincoln avenues in Trenton, NJ. The accident victim may have been standing in a poorly lit area before the collision. The man has been listed in critical condition and is reported to have suffered severe head trauma in the collision. Officials are investigating the cause of this New Jersey pedestrian accident.

By law, motorists must yield right-of-way to pedestrians walking in crosswalks. However, under New Jersey Statute 39:4-32, pedestrians must yield right-of-way to motorists when crossing the road where there is no intersection or crosswalk. In any pedestrian accident case, it is important to examine where the pedestrian was walking, how the collision occurred, and who was at fault. In some cases, it may be important to look into whether a dangerous condition on the roadway, such as lack of crosswalks or lack of proper lighting may have contributed to the pedestrian accident.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident in New Jersey, the experienced Princeton pedestrian accident injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein can help. We will analyze all facets of your accident while ensuring that your legal rights and best interests are protected. We have a long and successful track record of protecting the rights of injured pedestrians, so call our law offices today at 609-240-0040 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal options.

NJ.com reports that a 17-year-old passenger was killed in a car accident recently after the vehicle in which he was a passenger went out of control and crashed into trees off Clearstream Road in Jackson, NJ. For unknown reasons, the vehicle crossed the center lane, drove past oncoming traffic, and off the roadway. The teen suffered fatal injuries and the driver of the vehicle, also a teen, remains in the hospital. It is unclear at this time what may have caused the young driver to lose control of the vehicle.

More people were killed in car accidents in Ocean County than any other county in New Jersey during 2009, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That year, 63 people were killed in car crashes in Ocean County. In cases where a passenger is injured or killed in a car accident, the at-fault driver may be held liable for the injuries and damages sustained by an accident victim.

The family of someone killed in a New Jersey car accident may pursue financial compensation for their loss by filing a wrongful death claim. Compensation may be recovered for medical and funeral expenses, lost future income, loss of companionship, and other related damages.

The skilled Princeton car crash attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have seen fist-hand how devastating a fatal car accident is for a family to cope with. We dedicate our practice to protecting the rights of those who have been wronged by another’s negligence. Let us review your case for free. Call us at 609-240-0040 to find out how we can help you.