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A 45-year old Monroeville man was killed when an SUV turned in front of his Harley Davidson motorcycle on August 6 in Pilesgrove, according to an article on NJ.com. The driver of the SUV, a 62-year old woman from Neosho, Missouri has not been charged, however, police are still investigating.

The police report stated that the woman was turning left onto Commissioners Pike from Woodstown-Daretown Road when the crash occurred, which caused the motorcycle to overturn and catch fire. The rider was pronounced dead at the scene. At this time, the cause of the crash is unknown, however, it is possible that the driver of the SUV did not see the motorcycle or could have been distracted.

Many New Jersey residents enjoy riding motorcycles; however, because these vehicles are much smaller than passenger cars, they can be difficult to see on the road. Motorists have an obligation to share the road and abide by all traffic regulations in order to avoid a motorcycle crash in New Jersey. In some cases, drivers of passenger vehicles may not follow these rules, which, unfortunately, can result in the serious injury of other drivers and motorcyclists.

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Between 2003 and 2007, 377 motorcyclists died on New Jersey’s highways. According to the Federal Highway Authority, about 2,500 motorcycles are involved in collisions each year in New Jersey. Statistics demonstrate that if you are involved in a motorcycle accident in New Jersey, you have a 75 percent chance of being injured.

With respect to Princeton motorcyclists crashes involving other vehicles, more than half occur at an intersection, and more than two-thirds involve a driver not being able to see the motorcycle. With respect to crashes not involving other vehicles, more than two-thirds result from excessive speed, 22% of fatalities lack a proper motorcycle license, and 44% of single motorcycle fatalities occur at corners or during turns.

In New Jersey, motorcyclists are required by law to wear a DOT (FMVSS 218) approved helmet. Wearing a helmet is the most significant step that a motorcycle operator can take to save his/her life. However, unfortunately, even when a motorcycle operator takes every conceivable precaution, it is still common for motorcycle injuries and fatalities to occur.

If your loved one has been killed in a NJ motorcycle accident, you may have an action for wrongful death against another driver, business or municipality. The experienced New Jersey wrongful death attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein can help you evaluate potential claims, preserve important evidence and investigate the facts surrounding the tragic incident.

As a consequence of our many years of trying wrongful death cases, our qualified attorneys can prove negligence and causation, and win a fair verdict or settlement for our clients. You deserve to be compensated for your incredible loss, and our experienced New Jersey fatal accident lawyers have a proven track record of obtaining just compensation for individuals and families who have lost a loved one as a result of another’s negligence. Call (609) 240-0040 to speak immediately with an attorney at Lependorf & Silverstein.

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It seems to be the cause of far too many auto accidents, especially those that involve motorcycles: loss of control. Whether a motorcyclist comes across an obstruction in the road, poor road conditions, or experiences problems due to an auto part defect, losing control of a vehicle can have catastrophic affects on a motorcyclists’ life.

In the most serious of cases, losing control of a motorcycle can lead to wrongful death, as was the case in a recent collision in Tinton Falls. According to an app.com article, a 36-year-old motorcyclist died on Route 33 the morning of September 18, 2009. Although this unfortunate accident is still being investigated by officials, it has been reported that the man crashed into a cement divider due to losing control of his motorcycle.

Investigators of this motorcycle collision may want to examine whether or not evidence points to another vehicle being involved that may have contributed to the motorcyclist losing control.
When a negligent driver causes an auto accident to take place that inflicts serious injury on another person or causes a wrongful death, he or she may be held legally and even criminally responsible. Wrongful death can devastate a family and also impose many financial hardships due to losing a family member that may have been the sole wage earner.

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What began as a simple ride on a motorcycle ended with two New Jersey residents being injured during a collision with a pickup truck on New Hampshire’s Route 125. The truck accident occurred in the early evening at the intersection of Route 125 (White Mountain Highway) and Exit 18, which is the on-ramp to the Spaulding Turnpike. The two motorcyclists were thrown from the bike after crashing into the 2000 Chevy S-10 pickup truck. Both remain hospitalized for their injuries. The pickup driver was treated for injuries and released.

Although this truck and motorcycle crash is still being investigated to determine the exact cause, trucks can have devastating effects on smaller vehicles in collisions, especially if a motorcycle is involved. Truck accidents in New Jersey are often caused by driver fatigue or failure to respond in a timely manner to other vehicles on the road. In some cases, even defective auto products may play a significant role in causing a truck accident.

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A 26-year-old man from Mount Laurel, died in a motorcycle crash in New Jersey after his motorcycle collided with another vehicle in Medford. According to this news report, the motorcyclist was riding a 2006 Suzuki westbound on Church Road when a 22-year-old woman driving a Chevrolet Tahoe made a left turn in front of him.

The motorcyclist suffered fatal head injuries. This is apparently the 30th auto accident in Burlington County in 2009 and the second motorcycle fatality in Medford in the last two months.

New Jersey Vehicle Code section 39:4-123 prohibits motorists from making improper right or left-hand turns. New Jersey Vehicle Code section 39:4-11.5b states that motorists who are attempting to make a turn must "come to a complete stop and yield to all traffic and pedestrians before proceeding."

Whether you have been injured in a car accident or motorcycle accident in New Jersey, you need the help and guidance of a skilled New Jersey personal injury lawyer who will help determine who was at fault and hold the negligent parties or wrongdoers accountable for their action.

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A New Jersey man was killed in a motorcycle accident after he crashed into a car that turned in front of him, according to this news report. Police officials investigating the fatal motorcycle crash said the car, in which two people were riding, turned into a driveway in front of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist apparently struck the car and was thrown off his bike. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of personal injuries and death in the United States. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,000 motorcyclists were killed in 2001. That number, nationwide and in New Jersey, has been climbing as more and more people are starting to ride motorcycles because it is a cheaper mode of transportation, especially in the light of climbing gas prices.

Motorcyclists are more likely to suffer major injuries or death in the event of an auto accident because they are riding an open vehicle with very little protection. All they have is their helmet and protective gear such as leather jacket or boots, which is hardly sufficient protection in the event of a crash. In most cases, motorcyclists are seriously injured or killed as a result of negligence on another driver's part.

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A recent article from JusticeNewsFlash.com described a New Jersey pedestrian accident which claimed the life of an elderly Trenton man. Officials with the Trenton Police Department say that the 86-year-old man died from injuries he suffered when he was struck by a motorcycle driven by a 49-year-old man of Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania. According to law enforcement officials investigating the New Jersey pedestrian accident, the incident occurred around 7:15 on the evening of May 9, 2009. Officials from the Trenton Police Department say that the motorcyclist was riding his motorcycle down an undisclosed Trenton street when he struck the pedestrian with his motorcycle.

After striking the pedestrian with his motorcycle, Trenton Police report that the driver then crashed into a telephone pole at a high rate of speed and died from injuries he suffered in the collision. Emergency response personnel responding to the auto accident in New Jersey claim that the elderly man died instantly at the accident scene from the grave injuries he received from being struck by the motorcycle. After striking the telephone pole, the motorcyclist was reportedly thrown from his motorcycle an undisclosed distance and later transported to the Capital Health System at Fuld Hospital in Trenton for treatment for his injuries. He was admitted with injuries described as ‘critical’ and died from his injuries approximately three hours after being admitted for treatment.

The investigation into the tragic accident was still underway when the article was published, but Trenton police say that the motorcyclist had just left a nearby bar shortly before the pedestrian accident occurred. They suspect that alcohol may have been a factor in the fatal accident but are withholding making a formal statement pending the results of blood tests.

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Stephan Gubar, 61, of Highland Lakes in Vernon, was killed in a Wayne motorcycle accident after he was struck by a motorist on Route 23. According to this news report, 51-year-old Ernest Gaud of Rahway, suffered a medical episode at the time of the crash and lost control of his vehicle, striking the cyclist. Gaud will not face any criminal charges in connection with this incident, police said.

Gubar suffered severe head injuries in the crash that later became fatal, which occurred when Gubar was stopped in traffic near Packanack Lake Road. Gaud’s car knocked him and his motorcycle from behind. Officials also say Gubar wasn’t wearing a federally approved helmet. Gubar’s helmet reportedly flew off his head on impact.

If you have lost a loved one in a New Jersey auto accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation by filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent parties. The New Jersey auto accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have helped hundreds of clients investigate these types of cases and determine who should be held accountable for the injuries and loss.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured or killed in a New Jersey traffic accident, please call an experienced and knowledgeable New Jersey car accident lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein. We will make sure your case is thoroughly investigated and those responsible are held accountable for their negligence.

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The number of motorcyclists killed in accidents shot up for the 10th straight year in the country and that trend was reflected in New Jersey as well, according to this news report. Nationwide, motorcyclists accounted for nearly 10 percent of all auto accident fatalities.

New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety officials told the paper that this upward trend in motorcycle accident deaths is evident in the Garden State as well. In New Jersey, between Jan. 1 and Sept. 20, 2007, 67 motorcycle riders were killed. During the same period this year, there were 69 motorcycle accident fatalities in New Jersey – accounting for 17 percent of all auto accident deaths in the state so far. Motorcycle ownership and ridership has also significantly increased over the last decade in New Jersey.

Some New Jersey motorcycle accidents, serious injuries and deaths can be prevented by using common sense. Do not drink and drive. Use protective gear especially a federally approved motorcycle helmet. Head injuries are often fatal in most motorcycle accidents. Proper training also helps prevent these crashes.

However, there are many times when motorcycle accidents occur because of someone else’s fault or negligence. Motorcycle riders end up paying a heavy price for an accident caused by another distracted, negligent or drunk driver. In such accidents, motorcycle riders often suffer catastrophic injuries. If you have been severely in a motorcycle accident because of someone else’s negligence, please call an experienced New Jersey motorcycle accident lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein for a free consultation.

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