New Jersey Injury Attorney Blog

An Elizabeth man has been arrested and charged in connection with a car accident in Roselle that killed a 60-year-old woman. According to a news report in The Star-Ledger, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred in the 600 block of East Third Avenue. Police say the woman was crossing the roadway to visit friends and got out of her parked car when she was struck. The woman was thrown into traffic and died at the scene. The driver, who was later arrested, left the scene of the car accident. He has been charged with death by auto, leaving the scene of an accident, and many other motor vehicle violations.

Losing a loved one suddenly in an auto accident can be heartbreaking. It is even more difficult to cope when your loved one has been killed in a hit and run accident. Families of deceased victims agonize over who caused their loved one’s death and struggle for a sense of closure.

The death of a loved one can also create serious financial problems for families. This is particularly true if the victim was a sole or primary wage earner in the family. Families must also deal with sudden and unexpected expenses such as medical and funeral costs. Families that have lost loved ones in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing may be able to file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party.

The experienced New Jersey wrongful death attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long and successful track record of helping victims’ families in such cases. Please contact us today at (609) 240-0040 to find out how we can help you. We always offer free consultations to injured victims and their families.

Seven people including an infant were injured in a Jersey City car accident which officials say involved three vehicles. According to a news report in The Jersey Journal, the injury crash happened at the intersection of Marin Boulevard and 12th Street outside the Holland Tunnel. Officials say one of the vehicles triggered a chain-reaction collision and then left the scene. All of the seven injured victims were transported to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. Jersey City police are still looking for the hit and run driver.

Negligent drivers cause a number of New Jersey car accidents. Examples of negligent or reckless driving include driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, distracted driving, speeding, and failure to yield the right-of-way at intersections. Drivers who run a red light or make unsafe turns at intersections, in addition to facing citations for the traffic violations, can also be held financially liable for the victims’ injuries. In addition, New Jersey law requires motorists to stop immediately and remain at the scene of the crash. Leaving the scene of an injury accident is a serious offense under New Jersey law.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent driver, please remember that you do have rights. If the hit and run driver is not apprehended, or if a driver is uninsured or underinsured, victims can seek compensation through the uninsured motorist clause of their own auto insurance policies.

The experienced hit and run accident lawyers in New Jersey at Lependorf & Silverstein help injured car accident victims get the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey auto accident, please call our offices today at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation.

Officials are still investigating a fatal school bus accident in Chesterfield, which left an 11-year-old girl dead and 17 other elementary school children injured. The girl, who was the daughter of a state trooper, was a triplet. Both her sisters and another 11-year-old boy were critically injured in the crash, according to a news report in The Times of Trenton. Officials say the collision occurred at a street intersection between the school bus and a dump truck. Among other issues, officials are looking into which one of the drivers was at fault for the fatal auto accident. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is looking into several issues including seatbelt use. New Jersey is one of only six states that require the use of seatbelts in school buses.

Another issue in such cases that warrants close examination is whether the accident occurred at a dangerous location. The news report states that the intersection of Route 528 and Old York Road, where this accident occurred, has been the site of 17 car accidents over the last five years. There were two crashes at that intersection just this year.

Injured victims of accidents, which may involve negligence, should seek help from an experienced New Jersey personal injury lawyer. Investigations in accidents involving fatalities and multiple victims could take months to be completed. A knowledgeable injury lawyer will stay abreast of the official investigation and ensure that the legal rights of the victims and their families are protected.

The experienced NJ bus accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long and successful track record of upholding auto accident victims’ rights in New Jersey. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey auto accident, or if you have lost a loved one in a crash, please call our offices today at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

If you have slipped and struck your head while walking on someone else’s property, it is important that you report the accident to property management and seek immediate medical attention. Any time there is blunt force trauma to the head there is the potential for a concussion. Slip-and-fall head injuries can be very serious and the symptoms can get worse over time if they are not properly diagnosed and treated.

Determining if you have suffered a concussion is not always easy. There are many different symptoms of concussions and you do not have to experience loss of consciousness to suffer one. Some of the most common symptoms include headaches, confusion, amnesia, dizziness, ringing in the ears, nausea, and slurred speech. Anyone who has hurt their head in a slip-and-fall accident and is experiencing any of these symptoms would be well advised to see a doctor right away.

Pursuing compensation for losses suffered in a slip-and-fall accident can be a complicated process. The victim will have to prove that the accident resulted from a hazardous condition, which the owner was aware of and failed to fix. Was the dangerous condition marked with cones or warning signs? Should the property owner or management have known about the hazardous condition? In such cases, a premises liability claim can hold the negligent owner responsible for the accident.

A skilled premises liability attorney can prove liability for the accident and help the victim seek compensation for their losses. Damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering may be considered in a civil lawsuit. A skilled slip-and-fall accident attorney can help the victim determine all of the compensation that is available to him or her.

The skilled slip-and-fall injury lawyers in New Jersey at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long and successful track record of helping slip-and-fall accident victims obtain fair compensation for their losses. Please contact us at (609) 240-0040 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.

In New Jersey, bicyclists have the same right-of-way privileges as motorists, and riders who choose to walk their bike have the same privileges as pedestrians. It is important for all bicyclists to understand not only the rules of the road, but also their legal rights should they become involved in an accident. Anyone injured in a New Jersey bicycle accident may have to prove that he or she was riding safely and legally, and that someone else’s negligence caused or contributed to the accident. This is often necessary for the injured bicyclist to receive monetary compensation for his or her injuries, damages, and losses.

Under New Jersey statute 39:4-14.1: “Every person riding a bicycle on a roadway is granted all the rights and subject to all of the duties of the motor vehicle driver.” This means that riders must obey traffic signals and all drivers must yield the right-of-way to bicyclists who have already entered an intersection.

Under N.J.S.A. 39:4-14.2 and 39:4-10.11: “Every person riding a bicycle on a roadway shall ride as near to the right roadside as practicable exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction.” Riders may move left to avoid debris or other hazardous conditions, to pass a slower moving vehicle or when travelling at the same speed as other traffic.

Anyone injured in such an accident should immediately contact the experienced bike accident injury lawyers in New Jersey at Lependorf & Silverstein for a free consultation regarding their legal rights and options. Please contact us at (609) 240-0040 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.

A 76-year-old woman was injured in a New Jersey pedestrian accident when a car struck her as she crossed the street in an electric wheelchair. According to a report by The Star-Ledger, the pedestrian accident occurred near the intersection of Trinity Street and Water Street in Newton. Officials say the woman was crossing the road outside of a crosswalk but near an intersection when the car struck her. The Sussex woman was taken by helicopter to a medical center with a head injury. The 61-year-old female driver from Franklin has not been cited for the collision.

Under New Jersey law, individuals in wheelchairs have the same right-of-way privileges as pedestrians. Drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections. When a collision occurs outside of a crosswalk, it must be determined if either the pedestrian or the driver failed to exercise due care.

Pedestrians crossing outside of a crosswalk must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic. This does not, however, excuse drivers from exercising due care to avoid pedestrians. There are several questions that must be asked in these cases. Why was the motorist unable to avoid the collision? Was the driver exceeding the speed limit? Was the driver distracted or inattentive at the time? Negligent drivers may be held financially liable for the damages they cause even if they are not cited for the crash.

Victims of pedestrian accidents may file a personal injury claim against a negligent driver. In such cases, a skilled personal injury lawyer can help the victim pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other related damages. The experienced NJ personal injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein help pedestrians get fair compensation for the injuries and damages they have suffered. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey motor vehicle accident, please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation.

A 62-year-old man was seriously injured in a recent New Jersey pedestrian accident after a vehicle struck him as he crossed the street. According to a news report in The Times of Trenton, the pedestrian accident occurred at Dey Road and Edgemere Avenue in Plainsboro. Officials say the man was crossing the road at the intersection when a Mercedes struck him. He suffered serious injuries and has been listed in critical condition. No charges have been filed against the 45-year-old South Brunswick man who was driving the Mercedes, but an investigation is underway.

Drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who are legally crossing the roadway at an intersection. N.J.S.A. 39:4-36 states: “The driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within a marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.”

Anytime a collision between a pedestrian and a vehicle occurs, it must be determined if either party failed to exercise due care and if negligence was a contributing factor. Was the car’s driver distracted or speeding? Was the driver under the influence or driving carelessly? In cases involving negligence or wrongdoing, the at-fault driver can be held liable for the damages suffered by the victim. In such cases, compensation may be available to victims for medical bills, lost wages, hospitalization costs, and other related damages.

The experienced NJ pedestrian injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein help injured pedestrians get the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey accident, please call our offices today at (609) 240-0040 for a no-cost consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

An elderly driver was recently injured in a New Jersey car accident involving a collision between a car and a school bus. According to a news report in The Gloucester County Times, the bus accident occurred at Hurffville-Cross Keys Road and Theresa Way in Washington Township. Officials say the driver of the car was trapped behind the steering wheel and was airlifted to a hospital with chest pains. Of the four or five passengers on the bus, it appears that only one suffered a minor injury. It is not clear how the collision occurred or if either driver will be cited for the crash.

There are many questions that must be asked by investigators following a school bus accident. Did the car’s driver fail to stop for the school bus? Did the bus driver fail to yield the right-of-way when entering traffic, changing lanes, or making a turn? Did passengers on the bus distract the bus driver? Did the driver have proper training and the required licensing to safely operate the bus? Did bus maintenance play a part?

Potentially liable parties for a bus accident include the bus driver, the bus company, the owner of the bus, or another negligent driver. A skilled accident attorney can help determine liability while protecting the rights and best interests of the injured victims. Victims in such cases can seek compensation for all medical expenses, lost wages, and both past and future pain and suffering.

The experienced Princeton bus accident injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of handling all auto accident cases. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident due to someone else’s negligence, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation.

The Washington Post reports that a school bus accident in New Jersey killed an 11-year-old girl and critically injured three other students, two of whom are the triplet sisters of the little girl who died. The bus, which was carrying 25 elementary school students, collided with a dump truck at a four-way intersection in Chesterfield, sending the large vehicle into a traffic signal pole and crumpling the side of the bus. The driver of the school bus was identified as a 66-year-old Beverly resident, and the dump truck driver is a 38-year-old resident of New Egypt.

Authorities report that 17 students suffered injuries, most of them minor. The 11-year-old girl who tragically lost her life was the daughter of a New Jersey state trooper. Her two sisters, along with another young boy, were listed in critical condition at Cooper University Hospital in Camden. Students with less minor injuries were taken to other area hospitals for treatment.

Presently, no charges have been filed against the drivers and the investigation is ongoing. A community vigil is scheduled to be held Thursday, February 17, at the Chesterfield Baptist Church.

Though bus accidents account for a small percentage of traffic accidents, when one occurs, the consequences can be severe for those onboard, with serious injuries and fatalities happening as a result of the collision. A 2009 study conducted by the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) concluded that human factors and error, such as inattention or misjudgment, were the main causes of 90 percent of the bus crashes examined. An injury or fatality that occurs while an individual is using bus transportation may entitle that person, or his or her family members, to compensation.

The knowledgeable New Jersey school bus crash attorneys of Lependorf & Silverstein are committed to helping individuals who have been injured, or lost a loved one, in a bus accident obtain compensation for their losses and injuries. Our firm has years of experience helping accident injury victims and will work to hold any negligent parties legally responsible. For a complimentary consultation regarding your case, please call (609) 240-0040.

A 64-year-old dentist in Irvington is under investigation after a three-year-old boy died while undergoing a routine dental procedure. The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs is investigating the incident and it has been revealed that the dentist is already on probation from the Board of Dentistry for an incident in 2004 where a six-year-old girl died while under his care, according to CBSNews.com.

Reportedly, the boy had come into the office to have cavities filled. For the procedure, he was placed in a cocoon-like restraint system and given local anesthetic, but at some point during the process went limp and stopped breathing. The boy was taken to a hospital, but was later pronounced dead from the fatal New Jersey accident. According to investigations, the first child who died had passed away from natural causes due to serious medical conditions and not because of medical malpractice, but the dentist was still put on a lengthy probation sentence.

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the three-year-old boy’s death and if there should be any criminal charges filed against the dentist for the incident. Families of both victims are now pressing to have the dentist’s license revoked.

Undergoing any sort of medical procedure is a delicate and complicated process that puts the life of a patient in the hands of medical professionals. As such, when the negligence or oversight of medical professionals results in the death of a patient, his or her family can seek compensation from those responsible. The New Jersey wrongful death lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein can aid you in your search for compensation if a loved one has passed away due to another’s negligent or reckless actions. For more information on how we can help you, call us today at (609) 240-0040.

Pit bull and Rottweiler activists often claim that it is not the breed of the dog but the quality of the owner that determines whether a dog is dangerous or not. While an attentive owner can keep a dog calm and well behaved, it doesn’t change the fact that some dogs are simply capable of doing more harm than others.

DogsBite.org, a national advocacy group for dog bite victims, recently released dog attack statistics for the United States in the year 2011. While not all pit bulls are dangerous, the numbers do not lie. Despite only making up five percent of the U.S. dog population, pit bulls were involved in 71 percent of the 31 fatal dog attacks reported last year. Pit bulls are as dangerous to their owners as they are to others. In fact, 88 percent of the dog owners who were fatally injured by their own pets were killed by a pit bull. They are not, however, the only dangerous breed.

The Rottweiler is the other breed most often involved in fatal attacks. Between the years 2005 and 2011, pit bulls and Rottweilers together accounted for a combined 73 percent of all dog bite-related deaths. In other words, a pit bull or a Rottweiler was involved in 156 of the 213 fatal dog attacks over the past seven years.

Anyone injured by a dog, regardless of the breed, would be well advised to seek out medical attention and a consultation from a skilled dog bite attorney. The Princeton dog attack injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of getting dog bite victims the compensation they need for medical bills, time away from work and other related damages. Please contact us at (609) 240-0040 to discuss your case at absolutely no cost.

Bicyclists are prone to suffering a number of different injuries. Even when a bicyclist wears a properly fitted helmet, there is the potential for a devastating head injury to occur. Anyone involved in a New Jersey bicycle accident would be well advised to exchange information with the car driver, notify the authorities, seek out medical attention, and contact an experienced personal injury lawyer who will protect his or her best interests.

It is common for bicyclists to suffer broken bone injuries when a car strikes them. Bicyclists often sustain fractured legs and hips when they are involved in collisions with other vehicles. If they attempt to break their fall by reaching out, they may suffer from broken bones in their wrist, hand, or forearm.

Head injuries can occur even in a low-speed collision. A bicyclist whose head strikes the car or the roadway may sustain substantial blunt head trauma resulting in devastating brain injuries. Symptoms could range from headaches and confusion to long-term disabilities involving a decrease in physical and mental abilities.

Spinal cord injuries are also common in bicycle accidents. When the spinal cord is twisted, shaken or crushed, there is the potential for neck and back injuries to occur. In such cases, the victim may suffer from paralysis or long-term chronic pain.

The skilled NJ bike crash attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of handling personal injury claims in New Jersey. We fight to get injured bicyclists the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. To discuss your legal rights and options, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 today.

A woman was injured in a New Jersey car accident after two cars traveling in the same direction collided with one another. According to a news report in The Burlington County Times, the car crash occurred on Route 72 near Savoy Boulevard in Woodland. Officials say the woman may have been partially ejected from her vehicle. She was hospitalized with what appears to be non-life-threatening injuries. Another woman sustained minor injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

In such cases where two cars collide, there are several factors that must be analyzed. Did one of the drivers make an unsafe lane change? Was one of the motorists following too closely behind the other vehicle? Was either driver distracted or inattentive? Was speed a factor in the crash? The answers to these questions may affect who is liable for the accident and who is able to pursue financial compensation for their losses.

A personal injury claim is a civil lawsuit that New Jersey auto accident injury victims may file to pursue compensation for the losses they have suffered. Damages that may be covered by such a claim include medical bills, hospitalization, cost of rehabilitation services, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey car accident, the experienced car accident injury lawyers in Princeton at Lependorf & Silverstein can help you better understand your legal rights and options. Please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation. We will review the circumstances of your case and help ensure that your legal rights are protected.

A 31-year-old male driver and a passenger were killed in a New Jersey car accident after his car struck a vehicle at a construction site. According to a news report in The Star Ledger, the fatal car accident occurred on the New Jersey Turnpike near Exit 12 in Carteret. Officials say the car veered onto the shoulder and struck the back of a stopped vehicle. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash and the passenger was transported to an area hospital where he died. Two other passengers were also injured and two construction workers also sustained minor injuries.

There are many questions that must be asked in situations where a driver loses control of a vehicle and causes a crash. Was the driver speeding or driving distracted? Was alcohol consumption a contributing factor in the collision? Did a dangerous roadway condition or defective auto part force the driver to lose control? Were other vehicles involved?

The family of a deceased car accident victim would be well advised to contact an experienced NJ wrongful death attorney who will work with investigators to determine the cause of the crash. Compensation may be available for damages including medical expenses and funeral costs.

The experienced law team at Lependorf & Silverstein has a long and successful track record of protecting the rights of injured victims and their families. If you or a loved one has suffered a loss in a New Jersey car accident, please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a no-cost consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

A 42-year-old woman was killed in a New Jersey car accident when a Chevrolet Blazer struck her as she crossed the street. According to a news report in The Gloucester County Times, the fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Delsea Drive near the ShopRite Supermarket in the Rio Grande section of Middle Township. Officials say the woman was crossing the road when the southbound car struck her. It is not clear if the 77-year-old driver from Goshen will be cited for the crash. The report does not state if the victim was in a crosswalk or near an intersection.

Under New Jersey statute 39:4-36, motorists must come to a complete stop at crosswalks when pedestrians are crossing. New Jersey law also requires all pedestrians to obey pedestrian signals and to cross at signalized intersections. N.J.S.A. 39:4-32 requires pedestrians to yield the right of way when attempting to cross the road where there is no crosswalk. This does not, however, excuse drivers from exercising due care.

Whenever a pedestrian is killed, it must be determined if the driver was negligent in any way. If it is determined that driver negligence was a contributing factor in the collision, the victim’s family may pursue compensation for their terrible loss. Negligent acts include exceeding the speed limit, driving distracted, or driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. In such cases, compensation may be available for surviving family members.

The experienced New Jersey pedestrian accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein know how to help families get the compensation they need following a fatal crash. If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation.

A 22-year-old male student at Ramapo College was killed in a New Jersey head-on collision. According to a news report in Lohud.com, the fatal car accident occurred on Ramapo Valley Road near the college. Officials say his Honda collided head-on with a Dodge Durango. Emergency crews revived him with a defibrillator and transported him to a nearby hospital in critical condition, but he succumbed to his injuries two days after the crash. It is unclear what caused the head-on collision or if anyone will be cited for the crash.

Whenever a motorist veers into oncoming traffic, it must be determined who caused the accident. Was the motorist responsible for the crash or did another driver force the vehicle out of the lane of traffic? Did a dangerous roadway condition or a defective auto part contribute to the crash?

Under New Jersey law, motorists must remain in their lane of traffic and not cross double yellow lines. N.J.S.A. 39:4-88 states: “When a roadway has been divided into clearly marked lanes for traffic, drivers of vehicles shall obey the following regulations: a. A vehicle shall normally be driven in the lane nearest the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway when that lane is available for travel, except when overtaking another vehicle or in preparation for a left turn.”

The family of a deceased New Jersey car accident victim would be well advised to discuss their legal rights and options with an experienced wrongful death attorney. Compensation may be available for medical bills, funeral expenses, lost future wages, and other related damages.

The knowledgeable fatal auto accident attorney in New Jersey at Lependorf & Silverstein help families get the compensation they need and rightfully deserve after a tragic accident. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal crash, please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

Riding your bicycle is a great way to save money while staying in shape. It is also, however, an easy way to suffer an injury. It is common for car drivers to fail to notice a bicycle rider or to fail to yield the right of way to a bicyclist. In such cases, the at-fault driver can be held liable for the injuries suffered. Therefore, it is in every New Jersey bicyclist's best interest to become familiar with the laws pertaining to riding a bicycle in New Jersey.

Under tort law, injured victims of driver negligence may pursue financial compensation from the at-fault motorist. Therefore, after an accident, it is important to determine who was at fault for the New Jersey bicycle auto accident. Did the motorist fail to yield the right of way to the bicyclist? Under N.J.S.A. 39:4-14.1: "Every person riding a bicycle 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."

Was the bicyclist exercising due care? N.J.S.A. 39:4-14.2 states: "Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction."

If it is determined that the bicyclist was following the law and the driver's negligence resulted in the collision, then, the at-fault driver can be held liable for the victim's medical bills, lost wages, and other related damages.

The experienced bike accident attorneys in Princeton at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of protecting the rights of New Jersey bicyclists. If you or a loved one is injured in a New Jersey bicycle accident, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

Two people were injured in a New Jersey car accident involving four vehicles. According to a report by The Star Ledger, the injury accident occurred on Cranbury Road in South Brunswick. Officials say the male driver of an SUV veered into oncoming traffic where he struck a subcompact car driven by a woman in her 70s before striking two other vehicles. The woman was critically injured and a driver of one of the other vehicles was hospitalized as well. It is unclear what caused the crash and an investigation is underway.

Under N.J.S.A. 39:4-88: "A vehicle shall normally be driven in the lane nearest the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway when that lane is available for travel, except when overtaking another vehicle or in preparation for a left turn." Additionally, "a vehicle shall be driven as nearly as practicable entirely within a single lane and shall not be moved from that lane until the driver has first ascertained that the movement can be made with safety." Drivers who make a dangerous lane change or who cross into oncoming traffic may be held liable for the damages they cause.

Auto accident injury victims who have suffered losses as a result of negligent drivers can seek compensation for damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, cost of hospitalization, and pain and suffering. An experienced personal injury lawyer will be able to fight for victims' rights and make sure that they receive just compensation for their losses.

The car accident lawyers in South Brunswick at Lependorf & Silverstein know how to protect the best interests of injured victims and their families. Please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a free case evaluation.

A 49-year-old Piscataway man was killed in New Jersey motorcycle accident after a vehicle struck his motorcycle. According to a news report in The Star-Ledger, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred on South Washington Avenue at Centennial Avenue in Piscataway. Officials say the motorcyclist was driving north when a southbound car turned left and struck him. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. It is unclear if the 59-year-old male driver will be cited for the fatal New Jersey motorcycle accident.

Drivers attempting to make a left turn at an intersection or into a private drive are legally required to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic before making a turn. Left turn accidents often involve drivers who fail to notice or yield to oncoming motorcyclists. In such cases, the rider will likely be thrown from his or her vehicle.

The family of a deceased New Jersey motorcycle accident victim would be well advised to contact a knowledgeable attorney who can help them determine liability for the collision. It is common for drivers to deny causing the crash and for their insurance companies to offer inadequate settlements. A skilled motorcycle accident attorney will stay on top of the official investigation and ensure that fair compensation is offered to the victim's family.

An experienced Piscataway personal injury lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein can help families pursue compensation for damages such as medical bills, funeral expenses, lost future wages, and emotional distress. Our attorneys provide free consultations at (609) 240-0040 to anyone that has been injured or lost a loved one in a New Jersey crash.

Super Bowl weekend is nearly upon us. As we gather with friends to watch the New York Giants take on the New England Patriots, it is important we remember that there will be an increased number of drunk drivers on the roadway. Every Super Bowl weekend, motorists who have been drinking while watching the game take to the roadway assuming that they are capable of driving safely. If you are celebrating the Super Bowl game with friends, please remember to use caution and drive safely.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Super Bowl Sunday has become one of the most dangerous days nationwide on our roadways because of fatal auto accidents caused by impaired drivers. The NHTSA states that 48 percent of fatalities nationwide on Super Bowl Sunday involve a driver with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent or higher.

If you drink this Super Bowl Sunday, please do not make the mistake of thinking you are sober enough to drive. It only takes two to four drinks for a driver to be considered under the influence of alcohol. Any amount of alcohol can impair your ability to think clearly, focus, and react appropriately to your surroundings on the roadway.

It is important to remember that other drivers on the roadway may be under the influence of alcohol. Be on the lookout for drivers who are behaving erratically. If you see a driver who is behaving erratically, stop and notify the authorities. If you or a loved one is injured by a drunk driver this Super Bowl Sunday, please contact an experienced New Jersey personal injury lawyer who will help you better understand your legal rights and options.

The experienced Princeton drunk driving victim lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein wish you and yours a safe and enjoyable Super Bowl Sunday. If you are looking for advice, please contact our law offices at (609) 240-0040. We provide free consultations to anyone who has been injured in a New Jersey accident.

A 26-year-old man was recently killed in a New Jersey bicycle accident involving a hit-and-run driver, according to The Star Ledger, on Georges Road in New Brunswick. Officials say the New Brunswick man was riding his bicycle when a dark-colored Toyota 4Runner, built between 1995 and 2002, crossed into oncoming traffic and struck him. The 26-year-old bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. The 4Runner immediately left the scene of the accident. Officials are looking for the public's help to track down the hit-and-run driver.

New Jersey motorists are legally required to stop and remain at the scene of an accident when someone has been injured or killed. According to N.J.S.A. 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 or as close thereto as possible but shall then forthwith return to and in every event shall remain at the scene until he has fulfilled the requirements of subsection," including contacting the authorities and exchanging information with the injured victim.

The family of someone killed in a New Jersey hit-and-run accident would be well advised to discuss how to pursue compensation for the victim's wrongful death with an experienced personal injury lawyer. A skilled attorney can inform families in such cases about how they may seek compensation through the uninsured motorist clause of their own auto insurance policy in cases where the hit-and-run suspect is not found.

The reputed New Jersey bicycle accident injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have a proven track record of handling hit-and-run cases in New Jersey. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal crash, please contact us at (609) 240-0040 for a complimentary consultation.

Bicycle riders are prone to suffering devastating injuries whenever they are involved in a collision. While no amount of safety precautions can prevent all New Jersey bicycle accidents, there are steps that bicyclists can take to help prevent being struck by a vehicle.

One of the most important steps for bicyclists to staying safe on the roadway is to make themselves seen. All riders should wear bright and reflective gear while riding, whether it is dark out or not. Bicycles should have a white flashlight on the front near the handlebars and reflectors on the back of the pedals and behind the seat. Bicyclists should also make it a habit to not enter an intersection until they have made eye contact with any nearby driver. Assuming that you are seen by a driver can be a tragic mistake.

All bicyclists would be well advised to ride facing oncoming traffic and to stay to the far left side of the shoulder. Cycling routes should be preplanned around roadways with safe and wide shoulders and adequate street lighting. Last, but not least, New Jersey bicyclists should always remember to wear a helmet, which has been proven to help prevent catastrophic head injuries and fatalities.

The New Jersey bicycle accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have successfully handled personal injury cases representing the rights of injured bicyclists and their families. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a New Jersey bicycle accident, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.