New Jersey Injury Attorney Blog

A new federal law prohibiting commercial drivers from using hand-held mobile devices began on January 3. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced that the new ban prohibits drivers of commercial vehicles from "holding, dialing, or reaching for hand-held cell phones." This ban includes phones with a push-to-talk function. Unless the driver has pulled over off the highway, commercial drivers are not even allowed to use their phone at a traffic stop. Drivers are, however, allowed to use a device with a wireless earpiece or a speakerphone function.

Commercial drivers in interstate commerce or those involved in intrastate transportation of hazardous materials face fines of up to $2,750 for using a hand-held cell phone. The companies that employ drivers who violate this new law could face penalties of up to $11,000.

According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drivers are 23 times more likely to be involved in an accident when they are driving distracted. Victims of distracted drivers may pursue financial compensation for their losses by filing a personal injury claim. In such cases, compensation may be available for medical bills, lost wages, the costs of rehabilitation services, and other related damages.

The skilled truck accident injury lawyers in New Jersey at Lependorf & Silverstein have the knowledge, skill, and resources necessary to handle complex distracted driving cases. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a New Jersey truck or bus accident, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation.

Large trucks are more difficult to handle and control than smaller passenger vehicles. That is why truck drivers must receive special training and hold a special license to operate these vehicles. However, controlling a big rig or truck can become even more difficult when the trailer is improperly loaded or overloaded. Poorly loaded trailers can result in the vehicle veering out of control, jackknifing, or even losing its brakes. These types of dangerous situations commonly result in devastating truck accidents and injuries.

Victims of New Jersey truck accidents must prove that negligence was a factor in the crash in order to pursue financial compensation for their damages and losses. This process can be complicated and injured victims may have to fight against the truck company's insurer and attorneys. In such cases, injured victims would be well advised to speak to a truck accident attorney who will work with investigators to uncover the true cause of the crash.

If the truck crashed into the back of the victim's vehicle, it must be determined if the driver was speeding, inattentive, or distracted, or if the truck's brakes failed because of an overloaded trailer. If the truck veered out of control, was it because of an unsafe lane change or from an unevenly loaded trailer that made the truck swerve? If the truck overturned, was it because the truck driver jerked the wheel or did the trailer have loosely packed cargo that shifted?

If overloading or improper loading caused a serious injury crash, the truck driver and his or her employer can be held liable for the damages. The experienced NJ tractor trailer accident injury attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of handling truck accident claims in New Jersey and fighting for the rights of injured victims and their families. Please contact us at (609) 240-0040 to discuss your potential claim at no cost.

A truck driver was seriously injured in a recent New Jersey car accident that involved four vehicles. According to a news report in The Star Ledger, the truck accident occurred on Route 15 near Phipps Road in Rockaway Township. Officials say a car struck a tractor-trailer while attempting to change lanes, causing it to veer out of control and strike an idling vehicle at a traffic light. The stopped vehicle was then forced into an adjacent vehicle.

The driver of the tractor-trailer was airlifted to a nearby medical center with critical injuries. The driver of the vehicle who officials say caused this accident sustained relatively minor injuries. It is not clear if the other motorists were injured or if the at-fault driver was cited for the crash.

According to NJSA 39:4-88 (b): "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 unsafe lane changes can be held liable for the damages they cause. In cases involving negligence, at-fault drivers can be held liable for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages. Victims of negligent drivers would be well advised to contact an experienced New Jersey personal injury attorney who will remain on their side, fight for their rights, and ensure that they receive fair and full compensation.

The skilled auto accident injury lawyers in NJ at Lependorf & Silverstein help victims of negligent drivers 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 at (609) 240-0040 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.

Truck accidents often result in serious injuries or even death. Whenever someone is harmed in a New Jersey truck accident, it must be determined who was at fault and who should be held responsible for losses suffered by the victim. In many cases, in addition to the truck driver, the trucking company or the driver's employer can also be held liable.

In order to hold a trucking company responsible for the injuries suffered in a crash, it must be proven that they were negligent in some way. Did the trucking company make sure the truck driver was properly licensed? Was the truck and trailer properly maintained? Did the trucking company fail to properly maintain the vehicle, such as checking on the brakes, lights, reflective tape, and tires that resulted in truck equipment failure? Did the truck accident result from fatigued driving? Did the trucking company fail to test if the driver was overworked or suffering from sleep apnea? Did the company responsible for the truck fail to properly load the trailer? Does the trucking company maintain accurate driver logs and vehicle maintenance records?

Negligent trucking companies can be held liable for the losses suffered by crash victims. Depending upon the circumstances of the case, a trucking company can be responsible for medical expenses, hospitalization, lost wages, the cost of rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

An experienced Princeton truck accident attorney at Lependorf & Silverstein knows how to hold truck drivers and trucking companies accountable for their negligence. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey truck accident, please call us at (609) 240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation.

According to the Motor Carrier Management Information System, there were 2,357 large trucks involved in New Jersey injury crashes in 2010. Because of the size and weight of big rigs, truck accidents often result in serious injuries. This is why it is crucial that truck drivers in New Jersey practice safe driving habits at all times. Sadly, there are many cases each year caused by truck drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Because of the substantial damage trucks cause in New Jersey accidents, officials enforce severe restrictions on drunk driving for truck drivers. While passenger vehicle drivers are considered under the influence when their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is .08 percent or higher, under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act, truck drivers may face DWI charges for having a BAC of .04 percent or greater. In DWI accident cases involving such negligence and wrongdoing, the at-fault truck driver and his or her employer may be held financially liable for the injuries and damages caused.

Victims of truck accidents would be well advised to exchange information with the truck driver, seek immediate medical attention, and contact an experienced truck accident attorney. A knowledgeable lawyer will stay abreast of the official investigation to ensure that the at-fault truck driver is held accountable for the injuries suffered. Truck accident victims can seek compensation for medical bills, the cost of rehabilitation services, lost wages, and other related damages. The family of a deceased truck accident victim can seek compensation by filing a wrongful death claim against the driver and the trucking company.

The skilled NJ big rig crash attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have years of experience holding truck drivers and trucking companies accountable for the injuries they cause. If you or a loved one has been injured in a DUI truck accident in New Jersey, please call our law offices at (609) 240-0040 to find out how we can help.

Five people were injured in a recent car accident on the New Jersey Turnpike that involved a tanker truck explosion. According to an NBC News report, the truck accident occurred at a toll booth on the New Jersey Turnpike near Interchange 18W in Carlstadt. Officials say a 2000 Honda Odyssey minivan was backing up to enter the E-ZPass speed lane when a tanker truck crashed into it. The tanker exploded into flames after crashing into a concrete barrier.

Of the nine minivan occupants, three victims, aged 9, 14, and 27, suffered critical injuries. The 45-year-old driver of the minivan sustained a moderate head injury and the 50-year-old truck driver escaped from the burning vehicle with a minor leg injury. It is unclear if anyone will be cited for the crash.

This incident is an example of how a truck accident can be devastating for occupants of passenger vehicles. Very often, we see that when a passenger vehicle and truck collide, the occupants of the smaller vehicle are the ones who suffer serious, critical, or fatal injuries. In such cases, it is important to look into whether the truck driver's negligence caused the crash. Was the driver impaired, fatigued, or speeding at the time? Was the accident caused by mechanical malfunction such as brake failure?

Injured victims of New Jersey truck accidents may seek financial compensation from the driver as well as his or her employer by filing a personal injury claim. In cases involving negligence, compensation may be sought for losses such as medical bills, the costs of rehabilitation services, lost wages, and other related damages.

The experienced truck accident injury attorneys in Princeton at Lependorf & Silverstein help seriously injured victims of New Jersey truck accidents get the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. To discuss your legal rights and options with a skilled attorney, please call (609) 240-0040 today.

One person was injured in a New Jersey truck accident that resulted in three tractor trailers catching fire. According to a news report in The Star Ledger, the injury accident occurred on the New Jersey Turnpike in East Brunswick. One of the trucks erupted in flames after the collision and the fire spread to the other two tractor-trailers. One person suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the crash. It is unclear at this time what caused the accident or if anyone will be cited.

According to The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) and the Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS), 5,433 large trucks were involved in New Jersey non-fatal crashes in the year 2010. During that same year 2,357 trucks were involved in accidents that resulted in 3,194 injuries.

Any time a truck is involved in an accident there are a number of questions that must be asked. Did the truck driver fail to check the truck’s blind spots before changing lanes? Was the driver distracted or speeding? Did the driver exceed the federal hours-of-service regulations? Was the big rig properly maintained?

Victims of negligent truck owners and truck drivers may pursue financial compensation by filing a personal injury claim. A knowledgeable truck accident attorney will examine driver logs and maintenance logs to determine if there was negligence. The reputed Princeton truck accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of successfully handling truck accident claims. We know how to protect the rights of our clients while holding negligent parties accountable for their actions. Call our offices at (609) 240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS) reports that there were 3,194 injuries sustained in New Jersey truck accidents in the year 2010. During that same year, there were a total of 5,433 large trucks involved in non-fatal crashes. Certainly, some of these accidents could have been prevented if the truck driver or other motorists involved practiced safer driving habits.

Truck drivers operate large vehicles, which can be potentially dangerous in the wrong hands or in the hands of a negligent driver. Not only do big rigs have large blind spots, but their large size and significant weight leave them with the potential to cause considerable injuries and damages in the event of a crash.

Drivers who drive near large trucks on New Jersey roadways would be well advised to follow these useful tips. Drivers immediately in front of a large truck should not decelerate quickly or change lanes without using a turning signal. Drivers alongside trucks should remember that trucks with trailers have large blind spots near the trailer behind the cab.

Drivers immediately behind trucks should keep their distance because passenger cars could slide under the trailer and get crushed. Drivers of passenger cars would also be well-advised not to drive aggressively when they are near large trucks.

Despite safety measures and precautions you may take, it is impossible to predict what might happen on the roadway. If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent truck driver, the experienced Princeton truck crash lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein can help. Call us at 609-240-0040 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.

A 30-year-old mother and her 7-year-old son were injured in a New Jersey car accident involving a driver who made an unsafe U-turn. According to a news report in The Star-Ledger, the serious injury accident occurred near Route 9 and the 516 in Old Bridge. The report states that a 68-year-old man driving a Subaru made a U-turn in front of a garbage truck. To avoid a collision, the garbage truck driver swerved into oncoming traffic before crashing head-on into a Honda Accord. The driver of the Subaru has been listed in serious condition, while the female driver of the Accord is in critical condition with several broken bones and internal injuries. Her son also sustained multiple broken bones.

New Jersey drivers are required to exercise care and caution before making a U-turn. According to New Jersey Statute 39:4-125: "The driver of a vehicle shall not turn such vehicle around so as to proceed in the opposite direction upon any curve or upon the approach to or near the crest of a grade or at any place upon a highway as defined in R.S. 39:1-1 where the view of such vehicle is obstructed within a distance of five hundred feet along the highway in either direction; and no such vehicle shall be turned around so as to proceed in the opposite direction on a highway which shall be conspicuously marked with signs stating 'no U-turn.'"

Victims of negligent drivers may pursue financial compensation for their suffering by filing a personal injury claim. Damages that may be covered through such a claim include all medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

An experienced Princeton head-on car crash attorney at Lependorf & Silverstein helps victims of New Jersey car accidents get the compensation they need and rightfully deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, please call our offices at 609-240-0040 for a free and comprehensive consultation.

A 62-year-old woman from Toms River, New Jersey, was killed in a car accident recently after her car was struck by a broken truck tire. According to NJ.com, the fatal crash occurred on Interstate 95 in Westchester County, New York. The accident was caused after a truck lost its entire rear axle, and the axle compartment flew into the air and into the victim's vehicle, causing her fatal injuries. The woman’s 84-year-old mother suffered minor injuries in the accident. It is unclear what caused the axle to fall off the truck or if anyone will be cited for this tragic accident.

There are a number of causes of truck accidents in New Jersey. Negligent truck drivers are responsible for most serious injury truck accidents but there are a number of other potentially liable parties. There are cases where poor truck maintenance or a defective part can be a factor. In some cases, a mechanic may have failed to properly install a part. Trucking companies are also required to inspect their vehicles diligently so that their vehicles do not pose a hazard to other motorists. In addition, trucking firms and truck drivers are also required to make sure that loads are properly secured and trailers are properly hitched so that loose trailers or loads do not jeopardize others on the roadway.

Determining liability for a New Jersey truck accident can be a complicated process. Anyone who has been seriously injured or who has lost a loved one in a truck collision would be well-advised to speak with a knowledgeable attorney to find out more about the legal options available to them. Truck drivers and their companies often dispute the charges made against them, and injured victims often have to fight for the compensation they need and rightfully deserve.

The experienced Princeton truck accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein know how to help injured victims and the families of deceased victims receive fair compensation for their losses. Call our law offices today at 609-240-0040 if you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a truck crash in New Jersey.

A 22-year-old woman was injured in a truck crash recently when her vehicle ended up under a tractor-trailer. According to NJ.com, the accident occurred on the Interstate 80 near the Essex Street exit in Lodi. The young woman was critically injured when her vehicle was wedged under the tractor-trailer. It is unclear what caused the two vehicles to collide. An investigation into the New Jersey truck accident is underway.

Side and rear underride truck accidents can be absolutely devastating in terms of injuries and fatalities. Cars that slide under a trailer are in a position to be crushed by the weight of the trailer, which puts any occupants in the passenger vehicle at risk for fatal injuries. Whenever this type of truck accident occurs, there are a number of questions that must be asked.

Did the truck driver change lanes without looking to see if a vehicle was alongside the trailer? Did the truck driver brake suddenly? Did the trailer have the legally required amount of reflective tape and reflectors? Was either motorist distracted, speeding, or under the influence?

Victims of truck accidents in New Jersey may seek financial compensation for the injuries and losses they have suffered by filing a personal injury claim against the truck driver, the trucking company, or the truck owner. Every case is different and it often takes a skilled attorney to determine who is liable for the injuries suffered and how much compensation is available for victims.

The knowledgeable Princeton truck accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have many years of experience successfully handling all types of truck accident cases. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a truck accident, call our law offices today at 609-240-0040 for a free consultation and comprehensive case assessment.

A truck driver was seriously injured in a truck accident recently after his vehicle veered off the roadway and into a river. According to NorthJersey.com, the accident occurred on Route 15 in Jefferson. The 40-year-old man driving the truck lost control and it veered into the center median and came to rest in a river. The truck driver was reported to suffer series injuries but has been listed in stable condition. The cause of the crash is unknown and an investigation is underway.

Because of the long hours truck drivers work, driver fatigue and distracted driving play a part in a large number of truck accidents in New Jersey. When the negligence of a truck driver contributes to a crash, they may be held liable for the injuries and losses suffered by victims in the crash.

There are a number of factors that can lead to a truck driver losing control of a vehicle. Was the trailer loaded correctly? Did the truck driver, truck owner, mechanic and shipping company inspect the tires and brakes before the trip? Did another motorist make the truck driver swerve? In such cases, compensation may be available both through workers’ compensation insurance and through a third-party claim. If the truck driver's negligence injures others on the roadway, those victims can seek compensation from the trucking firm for their injuries and accident-related losses.

The Princeton truck accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have an extensive track record of successfully helping injured truck accident victims secure fair and full compensation for their losses. We work with investigators to prove liability in order to help our clients hold at-fault parties accountable for their negligence. To discuss your potential claim at absolutely no cost, please contact us at 609-240-0040.

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 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.

A male and a female driver were both injured in a truck accident recently that involved a 1996 Ford Ranger and a 2005 Peterbilt tractor-trailer. According to a news report in The Gloucester County Times, the accident occurred on the Harding Highway in Franklin Township, New Jersey. For unknown reasons, the female driver of the Ranger veered into oncoming traffic where it struck the tractor-trailer. Both drivers were hospitalized following the collision. Officials are looking into what caused the pickup to veer into oncoming traffic.

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s 2009 Crash Facts, 69 people were killed in New Jersey commercial truck accidents. During that same year, 3,216 people were injured in New Jersey truck accidents. Whenever a truck accident occurs, it may be necessary for investigators to determine if the truck driver exhibited negligence in any way that may have led to the crash.

In any accident, it is important to determine the cause. Defective auto parts, for example, may result in a motorist losing control of their vehicle. Dangerous roadway conditions such as large potholes and poorly designed curves can also lead to head-on collisions. All aspects of a crash should be considered before investigators come to a conclusion regarding the cause.

The experienced Princeton truck accident lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein work with investigators to determine the cause of an accident and who may be held liable for the injuries suffered. Our skilled attorneys provide free consultations at 609-240-0040 to anyone injured in an accident in New Jersey.

A woman was critically injured in a New Jersey car accident when her vehicle went underneath the trailer of a truck. According to Today’s Sunbeam, the New Jersey under-ride collision occurred on the Delaware Memorial Bridge in Pennsville Township. Investigators are trying to determine how the victim's Mercedes ended up underneath the trailer. The Mercedes was crushed under the tandem wheels of the trailer and the woman sustained life-threatening injuries. A male passenger in the Mercedes sustained non-life-threatening injuries; both occupants were hospitalized.

According to the official Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's website, in the year 2009, there were 69 fatalities in the state of New Jersey as a result of large truck accidents. During that same year, 3,216 people were injured in New Jersey truck accidents. It is unclear what percentage of the accidents were truck under-ride crashes.

Under-ride truck accidents occur when a car is wedged completely or partially underneath a big rig's trailer. These types of crashes are often devastating because a large trailer can crush the roof of a car, increasing the potential for catastrophic or fatal injuries. Common causes for truck accidents include reckless truck drivers, dangerous roadways and unsafe lane changes. It is also common for these crashes to involve a trailer that does not have proper reflective tape thereby causing a motorist to rear-end the trailer; this usually happens at night time or when visibility is low.

The experienced Princeton truck crash lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have successfully represented a number of victims injured in New Jersey truck accidents. If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey big rig crash, please do not hesitate to call 609-240-0040 to discuss your legal options.

A 48-year-old man was injured when the tractor-trailer he was driving overturned on the highway. According to The Gloucester County Times, the truck accident occurred on Interstate 295 in Logan Township. The male trucker from Florida sustained injuries in the crash, which were not life-threatening. The reasons for the tractor trailer rig overturning are unknown.

There are many potential causes of a tractor-trailer rollover accident. Common causes include improperly loaded trailers, defective truck parts, poorly maintained trailers, inexperienced truck drivers and dangerous roadways. Truck accidents in New Jersey can prove extremely devastating for occupants of other, smaller, motor vehicles. In a big rig accident, especially in a jackknife or rollover where other vehicles are involved, it is often the occupants in the passenger vehicle who suffer catastrophic injuries.

Truck accidents can cause serious injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, paralysis or even death. If the accident is the truck driver's fault, both the driver and his or her employer could be held liable for the victims' injuries. Trucking companies usually have powerful legal defense teams on their side. So, it is critical for seriously injured victims to get an experienced New Jersey truck accident attorney on their side, who will fight for their legal rights and protect their best interests.

The truck accident lawyers of Lependorf & Silverstein help injured victims or their families obtain just compensation for the damages they have suffered. For more information about pursuing your legal rights, please contact us at 609-240-0040. We always offer free consultations to injured accident victims and their families.

Following a serious truck accident in New Jersey, victims may be left not knowing where to turn or what to do. Victims of accidents involving a negligent truck driver have legal rights and options available to them. An experienced New Jersey truck accident attorney can help injured victims pursue financial compensation for their injuries, damages, and losses following a truck crash in New Jersey.

A personal injury claim is a lawsuit that allows victims of a New Jersey truck accident to pursue financial compensation for the damages suffered in the crash. Damages are defined as any losses sustained in an accident. Damages may include financial losses, such as time spent away from work because of an injury, and non-financial losses, such as mental anguish or physical pain and suffering following a devastating injury.

A successful personal injury claim should cover all medical expenses related to a crash. Emergency room bills, surgeries, medical devices, and prescription drug costs related to an accident should be included in a claim. Future medical expenses, such as physical therapy fees and return checkups should also be included. Other damages that should be considered in a claim include lost wages, physical pain, suffering, and automotive repairs. To understand all of the damages that may be recovered following a truck accident, victims have it in their best interest to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney.

The skilled New Jersey truck crash lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein have experience dealing with powerful insurance companies that represent negligent truck drivers and trucking firms. We have helped many victims get the money they need to move on with their life following a devastating truck accident in New Jersey. Please call us today at 609-240-0040 before your statute of limitations runs out. We are here to help.

Two people were hospitalized following a truck accident in New Jersey that involved an overturned tractor-trailer. According to a news report on 6ABC.com, the truck accident occurred on Interstate 295 near Exit 30 in Lawnside. For unknown reasons, the tractor-trailer and a car collided, and the truck flipped over into the northbound lanes of traffic. The severity of the injuries suffered is not known at this time.

New Jersey truck accidents tend to result in devastating injuries. There are many potential causes of a truck versus car collisions; one of the most common causes for truck accidents is truck driver fatigue. Many truckers work extremely long and difficult hours despite the government’s regulations that restrict the number of hours they can drive without proper rest. Other common causes of truck accidents in New Jersey include defective truck parts, inexperienced drivers, lack of proper vehicle maintenance, failure on the part of other drivers to recognize large truck blind spots, and drunk driving.

When someone is injured in a truck accident in New Jersey, they may have to deal with the trucking firm’s insurance carrier as well as possibly the company’s high-powered team of defense lawyers. It is often necessary to fight back with a skilled personal injury attorney who has experience handling large truck accident cases in New Jersey. When these cases are handled properly, compensation may be available for victims for coverage for medical expenses, lost wages, physical pain, and mental anguish.

The New Jersey trucking accident lawyers of Lependorf & Silverstein help victims of truck accidents get fair and full compensation for their losses. If you or a loved one has been injured by an accident in New Jersey involving negligent driver, please call 609-240-0040 right away to discuss your legal rights and options.

Two adults and two children were injured Wednesday, November 10th, when their 2008 Land Rover collided with a 2001 Ford Mason dump truck on Rhode Hall Road in Monroe, according to MyCentralJersey.com. The driver of the dump truck was transported to an area hospital by helicopter while the occupants of the Land Rover were all taken to a university hospital in New Brunswick. Police officials had no further details to report on the accident or the conditions of those involved.

Further examination of the details of the New Jersey large truck crash will determine exactly what happened and who was at fault. There are a number of possible causes for the accident which may include dangerous weather conditions, truck driver inattention, a defective component on either vehicle, ignoring traffic signs or driving recklessly, in addition to other possibilities. An experienced truck crash attorney will be able to utilize all necessary resources to determine the exact details of the collision.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2008, 66,000 accidents involving large trucks occurred in the United States, leaving 90,000 people injured. Because of their sheer weight and size, large trucks, be it dump trucks, semi trucks or otherwise, can do irreparable damage to property and can cause serious or even fatal injuries.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey truck accident, you deserve to know your rights. The skilled Princeton truck crash attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have nearly twenty years experience each and have handled a wide variety of truck accident cases. We will examine every detail of your claim and hold all negligent parties accountable for their actions. To learn more about our law firm and to schedule a free and confidential consultation, call Lependorf & Silverstein today at 1(609) 240-0040.

A 67-year-old Monroe man was killed in a New Jersey truck accident which may have been caused by a truck driver making an improper U-turn. According to The New Jersey Local News Service, the fatal New Jersey truck crash occurred the night of October 18 on Cranbury Station Road. The Monroe man was travelling eastbound when he crashed his Chevrolet Venture into a tractor-trailer that was making a U-Turn. The driver of the Venture was pronounced dead at the scene and the authorities are investigating the New Jersey truck accident. According to the report, the truck driver may face multiple charges including making an improper U-turn and driving carelessly.

New Jersey truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries or even fatalities. Truck accidents are most often caused by truck drivers who are inexperienced, fatigued or those who are driving in a dangerous or reckless manner. Trucking companies often have powerful legal defense teams on their side and insurance companies that are quick to offer low settlements to injured victims or their families.

In the aftermath of a fatal New Jersey truck accident, it is critical that you get an experienced and skilled New Jersey personal injury lawyer on your side who will fight for your rights and protect your best interests. If the at-fault party has been negligent or reckless, the family of a deceased New Jersey truck collision victim can file a wrongful death claim against the truck driver and his or her employer seeking compensation for medical and funeral expenses, lost future income, loss of love and companionship and other related damages.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident, call the knowledgeable New Jersey truck crash lawyers of Lependorf and Silverstein for a free and comprehensive consultation. We will work hard to make sure you receive just compensation for all your losses. Call us today at 609-240-0040 to get more information about pursuing your rights as a New Jersey truck crash victim.

According to NorthJersey.com, a fatal accident involving a car and a tractor-trailer occurred on the George Washington Bridge early Wednesday morning, October 13, at about 5:15 a.m.

The fatal New Jersey big rig accident occurred in the middle of the bridge and caused traffic delays for over four hours. One of the drivers, an unidentified male, was killed at the scene before rescue workers arrived. The article doesn’t specify which motor vehicle he was operating. A female passenger was taken to a local hospital with unspecified injuries.

There are over 15 million large trucks operating in the United States, and approximately 2 million of them are tractor-trailers. It is estimated that there are over 3.5 million truck drivers nationwide.

With over 200 million licensed drivers on our nation’s roads, some may think an accident involving a big rig is a rare occurrence. Unfortunately, in the U.S., thousands of people sustain serious and often even fatal injuries as a result of involvement in a tractor-trailer accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 4,862 fatal large truck accidents in the U.S. that resulted in 5,190 fatalities in 2004. There were 91,406 nonfatal injures reported in large truck accidents that same year. On average, a person is injured or killed approximately every 16 minutes in a truck accident in the U.S.

There are many factors that can cause a New Jersey truck crash. Drivers of tractor-trailers are often on strict deadlines because they must deliver their load by a certain time, which can result in fatigued truckers on the road for many hours. Truck operators can also carry too much cargo; manage their vehicle dangerously by speeding; or use a handheld device such as a cell phone.

If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a New Jersey truck accident, contact a skilled New Jersey large truck attorney to learn about your legal rights. You may be eligible for compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, hospital bills, funeral costs, loss of wages, and other damages associated with the accident. The experienced New Jersey truck accident attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein offer free consultations for truck crash victims and family members of wrongful death victims. Call us at 609-240-0040 today.

A tractor trailer overturned on the New Jersey Turnpike on September 20th causing traffic to slow, according to CourierPostOnline.com. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported. The large truck was carrying a load of metal piping which spilled onto the highway near East Brunswick. Firefighters and NJ state police responded to the accident, which occurred at about 8:20am. It is not clear at this time what caused the tractor trailer to overturn.

There are a number of various causes for large truck accidents. Depending on the road and weather conditions, the tractor trailer could have skidded or slid out of control. Because trucks are so heavy, weighing upwards of 80,000 pounds, and are normally loaded with cargo, any additional force can cause the truck to overturn. Investigators may also look into the possibility of driver fatigue, whether or not the truck driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, maintenance records and a number of other factors.

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A recent nj.com article discusses an accident along the New Jersey Turnpike in mount Laurel that injured a van and tractor-trailer driver. According to the report, the van, driven by a 67-year-old man, was exiting the James Fenimore Cooper Service Area when it collided with the tractor-trailer driven by a 41-year-old man at 5:45 in the morning.

As a consequence of the collision, the tractor-trailer uncontrollably slid off the road and fell down a steep embankment. The truck driver was stuck for almost two hours before firefighters specializing in “high angle rescues” were able to safely rescue him. However, the truck driver endured a broken leg and shoulder as well as facial injuries.

There is no doubt that auto accidents in New Jersey involving tractor-trailer trucks can have catastrophic consequences. When a motorist is injured in an auto accident at no fault of their own, compensation may be sought from negligent parties responsible for causing the accident and subsequent injuries. Whether your auto accident resulted from another motorist texting while driving, operating his or her vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or driving recklessly, you may qualify to receive compensation for medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, and loss of wages. However, in order for such an endeavor to be successful, you may want to consider seeking legal advice and representation from an experienced personal injury attorney.

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Most residents of New Jersey are highly aware of large trucks playing a leading role in the state’s economy. According to the State of New Jersey Department of Transportation, 75% of the approximate 600 million tons of goods moved each year are transported by truck. While the NJDOT works to enforce and maintain truck safety initiatives and regulations, some truck drivers are not as familiar with truck operation requirements as they should be. It is for this reason and various others that truck accidents take place in New Jersey.

A recent auto accident in Paramus involved a tractor-trailer and a Honda Accord. According to a northjersey.com article, the driver of the Honda had to be extricated from his vehicle by rescuers. He was then taken to Hackensack University Medical Center. Based on the article, road conditions were wet and caused the driver of the Honda to lose control while driving along a curve. The tractor-trailer then T-boned the vehicle on its passenger side after the Honda crossed into the northbound lane. Alcohol was said not to have been an influencing factor in causing the collision, although the accident is reportedly still under investigation.

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Anyone who is trained to operate a public works truck, or even a normal passenger car, knows that there are several potential risks when a collision occurs. Due to the unpredictable nature of items on the road or a driver’s reaction to an accident ahead, multiple vehicles may be involved in a crash. A bayshorenews.com report addresses a recent accident in New Jersey that involved three vehicles, two of which were public works trucks.

It was reported that when one of the trucks made a right turn at an intersection, it clipped a telephone pole. As a consequence, the telephone pole fell down, caused wires to drop onto both the second Public Works truck and a third vehicle which was not identified in the report. All of the drivers were stuck in their vehicles until JCP&L workers arrived at the scene and cut the power on the telephone pole. Fortunately, none of the drivers or any pedestrians nearby were injured, but occupants in the vehicles were taken to a local medical center as a precautionary measure. At the time of the article’s release, the accident was said to be under investigation.

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The anticipated increase in the number of freight trucks, tractor trailers and big rigs traveling through Morris County is estimated to rise to as much as 90,000 within twenty years (quite a large jump from the current approximate 20,000 to 30,000 trucks). According to an nj.com article, this shift in truck flow can be attributed to the expansion of the Panama Canal, which will accept much larger vessels and an expectedly huge increase in materials being shipped. Most of these ships transporting goods will come to ports in New Jersey and New York, which is good for business but brings the safety of Morris County’s freight hauling infrastructure to question.

In a large series of efforts being put together well ahead of time, Morris County transit officials have initiated a study of local road and rail systems to ensure that the freight hauling roadways will be ready for as much as triple the amount of powerfully large trucks. As it is, Routes 80 and 287 see a great deal of tractor trailers already, so the presence of more will require motorists to heighten their awareness as well. According to the report, Routes 23, 206, 10 and 46 are also not strangers to the tons of big rigs attempting to find shortcuts through New Jersey to transport freight from Port Newark.

A contract was approved amounting to $239,000 for a traffic consultant and the study is being funded by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority. The assistant county transportation director said that the following will be done in accordance with these efforts:

• Economic impact analysis to include regions in Morris County that are most suitable for freight-related industry


• Collection of transportation data


• Short-term and long-term suggestions for highway and rail improvements

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According to an app.com article, the construction of a new bus and truck inspection facility should be finished along the Garden State Parkway by June 30, 2011 on the spot of the existing Herbertsville facility. Located at mile marker 94.6 on the southbound side of the highway, the new facility will contain a waiting area for passengers of buses that are determined to be unsafe after being inspected. The executive director of this project stated, “It’s not our intention to delay passengers, but if the bus shows signs of being unsafe, we need to pull it off the road.”

Based on authority reports, the article also mentions that approximately 1,185 buses have been stopped so far this year by State Police from Troop “E” based in Middletown, and 122 buses have been inspected by troopers and the Department of Transportation’s motor carrier and bus inspection unit. And buses aren’t the only vehicles being examined. Apparently 964 trucks out of 7,140 stopped were also inspected by DOT officials and State troopers for appearing to be unsafe.

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Citizens across the United States put their lives in the hands of bus drivers on a daily basis. Transit companies have the responsibility of properly training drivers to operate their large vehicles efficiently and safely so that passengers and other drivers on the road can travel without harm befalling them. This degree of trust, however, becomes shaken from time to time, as a recent Greyhound bus collision on the New Jersey turnpike demonstrates.

According to an article, the Greyhound bus was carrying five passengers at the time it collided with a tractor-trailer. The bus driver and all passengers were injured, but the condition of the truck driver was not provided. The degree of the bus driver’s injuries is not known at this time; however, she was flown to a hospital after having been trapped inside the bus. It was reported that the passengers’ injuries were not serious.

Although it has not yet been determined what exactly caused the Greyhound bus to crash into the tractor-trailer along the New Jersey Turnpike, contributing factors may have been driver inattention or distraction, dangerous road conditions, or even a defective auto part. Investigators may also examine whether or not cell phone use caused the bus accident. A victim of a bus accident may be able to seek compensation from those responsible for the incident to help pay for costs associated with any injuries sustained. However, in order for a bus accident victim to be successful, the services of an experienced personal injury attorney are usually required.

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There has been much discussion about the apparent dangers of cell phone use and driving, whether it’s sending a quick text message or answering a call. It shouldn’t be surprising then that pedestrians can be just as distracted when on the phone as drivers are while driving; however, this does not excuse a driver from striking and killing a pedestrian that was texting or talking on the phone at the time of an accident.

A recent article from nj.com reported that a man that was on his cell phone while standing by the side of the road along Route 77 was hit by a tractor-trailer and killed on the morning of September 16, 2009. Apparently, the man stepped into the roadway in front of the tractor-trailer. As of now, charges have not been filed against the truck driver; however, it was reported that the accident is currently still under investigation. Police have not revealed any speculation as to why the man entered the truck’s pathway.

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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 Jersey City police officer and his canine partner survived after a New York City dump truck plowed into them at the intersection Of Marin Boulevard and 12th Street early on the morning of July 4th.

Police officer Eric C. Petersen, 34, was taken by ambulance to the Jersey City Medical Center with neck and back pains shortly after the sanitation truck slammed into his marked police SUV. Petersen was heading north on Marin Blvd. when the driver of the dump truck ran a red light and crashed into him. Rommel, the 7 year old police dog, was taken to NYC Veterinary Specialists Emergency Animal Hospital, for observation.

Luckily, Rommel the dog appears to be doing fine. Unfortunately, Mr. Petersen may not have held up quite as well. Budgell was issued a summons for failure to observe a signal and careless driving and he admitted the NJ truck accident was his fault, police said.

At this point, it would be quite wise for Officer Petersen to consult with an experienced New Jersey auto accident lawyer as soon as possible. There are several issues that must be explored right away.

To begin with, Officer Petersen has a worker’s compensation case. In New Jersey, if you are injured during the course of your employment, you have the right to three benefits: 1. You get your medical bills paid by your employer. 2. You are paid a portion of your salary while you are out of work. 3. You are entitled to a final permanent disability award. An experienced New Jersey worker’s compensation attorney can assure that these benefits are received and that the numbers are fair. It is not necessary to pay a worker’s compensation attorney as they are compensated by the employer through the case.

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On June 24, State Police units and hazardous materials crews shut down Route 78 in both directions between exits 12 and 17 after a tractor trailer rear-ended a tanker truck carrying compressed liquid oxygen.

The driver of one of the vehicles had to be extricated from his truck and was flown by helicopter to a hospital and treated for injuries following the Union Township Truck Accident.

The tractor trailer struck the tanker truck between exits 12 and 13 of Route 78 West around 10:50 p.m., completely flattening the front end of the vehicle against the back of the oxygen containment tank.

As we have expressed in many of our blogs in the past, we continuously see tragic incidents on our roads and highways in New Jersey involving large trucks. Our smaller cars share the roads with these large vehicles on a daily basis and although we are not saying that truck drivers are bad drivers, we are saying that because of the size and weight of their vehicles, they must drive with extreme caution.

This particular case involved two truck drivers. Both of these drivers, because they were working at the time, may be entitled to worker’s compensation benefits. Worker’s compensation benefits are available to injured workers regardless of who is at fault. These benefits pay for medical treatment, lost time from work and a lump sum amount based on permanent disability.

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A 53-year-old railroad employee, who was repairing damage from an earlier accident in Middletown died after he was hit by a truck. According to this news report in the Bucks County Courier Times, the man was killed at Big Oak and Township Line roads when a tractor-trailer carrying Keebler cookie products struck him while making a sharp right turn. The worker was apparently crouched down to repair the wiring to the train crossing lights when the large truck made a right turn and struck him.

Local officials told the newspaper that this intersection has been the scene of many accidents. The worker was reportedly wearing all the proper safety clothing including his white helmet. There were also orange cones in the area to warn motorists about the work in progress. Authorities say the driver of the tractor trailer saw the worker, but had not realized that he had hit him. He stopped immediately. The worker died from massive chest and leg injuries.

If you are injured while on the job, you will be entitled to New Jersey workers compensation benefits. If a worker suffers fatal injuries, his family will be eligible to receive workers compensation benefits. However, these benefits are hardly enough to compensate a family for the loss of their primary wage earner.

It is important for the families of deceased workers to contact an experienced New Jersey wrongful death lawyer with a successful track record of handling workers compensation issues and third party claims. In some cases, a third party (other than an employer), can be held liable.

A skilled New Jersey personal injury attorney from Lependorf & Silverstein can help you through this complex legal process and help you secure the compensation you rightfully deserve. Call us today for a free consultation.

On June 4, 2009 a young woman in a truck accident in Hamilton Township, New Jersey narrowly escaped death. Her car was crushed when a an independent trucker who was hauling heavy concrete flanges allowed these flanges to slide off of his truck and crush the helpless car. It is the responsibility for truckers to make sure the loads they are hauling are safe before travel. Despite living in a highly technological world, much of New Jersey’s roads are used to transport heavy industrial materials. And, these roads are used by the trucks that carry these loads and private passenger vehicles that are used to transport our children. Unfortunately, when trucks carrying heavy industrial material and private passenger cars collide, it is the smaller, lighter of the two vehicles that usually ends up suffering the force of the impact and its consequences.

In this case, the private passenger vehicle crushed by the concrete flanges was not occupied. Thankfully, because there was no passenger in the car at the time of the impact, nobody was injured. This usually is not the case. In fact, injuries that occur when heavily loaded trucks strike private passenger vehicles often end up causing catastrophic injuries in New Jersey.

Not only are the truck drivers sometimes at fault, but the companies for whom they are driving can also be held liable for the injuries that result from these crashes. If you have been injured as a result of an accident with a truck, you should contact an attorney to learn your rights. The Princeton, New Jersey truck accident injury law firm of Lependorf & Silverstein can advise you of your rights. Contact an New Jersey truck accident attorney at the law firm of Lependorf & Silverstein for a free consultation today.

A catastrophic car accident in New Jersey which involved a tractor-trailer and ten cars on the New Jersey Turnpike near Mount Laurel claimed the lives of five New Jersey residents and injured several more according to this recent report. New Jersey State Police officials say that the accident occurred around 1:00 P.M. just north of exit 4 when a 2004 Buick LeSabre was stopped in the right lane of traffic and struck in the rear by the tractor-trailer. The collision caused the LeSabre to strike cars in the center lane of the turnpike and after impacting several vehicles, the LeSabre burst into flames killing occupants Jeanette Urbano, 72, and Salvatore Urbano, 74, both of Passaic, N.J.; Anna Kane, 76, Rose Kane, 75, and Francis Kane, 78, all of Kearny, N.J.

The truck driver, Dewey Tyrone Thomas, 40, of Columbus, Ga., was given a blood test to test for intoxicants but has not yet been charged pending test results. Three occupants of a 1999 Jeep Cherokee struck by the LeSabre were transported to area hospitals with undisclosed injuries.

New Jersey car accidents claim the lives of thousands of people each year and result in serious, life-changing injuries for many thousands more. New Jersey auto accidents which involve tractor-trailers are especially deadly and victims are much more likely to be killed or suffer catastrophic injuries. In many cases, the survivors of New Jersey truck accidents face lengthy hospital stays, medical bills which often climb to the hundreds of thousands of dollars, and costly physical rehabilitation.

If you or a loved one has been killed or seriously injured in a New Jersey truck accident, the experienced New Jersey personal injury lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein may be able to help. After a free consultation with their New Jersey truck accident attorneys, they will launch an immediate investigation into the accident, defend their clients’ rights at all times, and work hard to hold those responsible for the accident accountable for their actions. They also help clients receive the compensation they deserve to help offset catastrophically high medical bills. To schedule a free consultation with New Jersey's skilled personal injury lawyers, call them today at 609-240-0040.

Gabariel Koffah Jr., 26 of Newark, was killed in a New Jersey tractor trailer accident on the turnpike in Linden, according to a news report in The Star-Ledger. Koffah was a passenger in the back seat of a Toyota Avalon traveling southbound on the turnpike. The car's driver, 25-year-old Ralph Austin, lost control of the car, struck a guardrail and then crashed into the fuel tank of a big rig driven by 59-year-old Gary Poland. Austin's car spun and crashed into the guide rail. Austin was injured but his life is not in danger, officials said. Another man, 23-year-old Angel Rodriguez, escaped with minor injuries. Poland was uninjured.

Austin has been charged with reckless driving and driving under the influence of alcohol for causing the serious DUI accident in New Jersey. Police also apparently charged him with drug possession after they found marijuana on him. The accident is still under investigation and officials have not said whether Austin will be charged with vehicular manslaughter.

It is illegal in New Jersey to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you have been injured because of the negligence of a drunk driver or someone operating under the influence of recreational or prescription drugs, they can be held responsible for the accident or injuries. You may be entitled to compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, pain and suffering and emotional distress. Please contact an experienced New Jersey auto accident lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein to schedule your free consultation and case evaluation.

According to this recent article in the Star-Ledger, a Newark man died recently when the car he was riding in crashed into a semi-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike in Linden. Officials investigating the truck accident in New Jersey claim that Gabariel Koffah, Jr., 26, was riding in the back seat of a Toyota Avalon southbound on the turnpike when the driver, Ralph Austin, 25, lost control of the car.

After Austin lost control of the car, the car struck a guardrail and bounced into the center lane of traffic where it struck the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer driven by Gary Poland, 59. Officials claim that Austin’s car then spun around into the truck’s wheels and then crashed head-on into a guardrail. The medical examiner pronounced Koffah dead at the scene from his injuries.

Austin’s injuries were severe enough to warrant evacuation by helicopter to University Hospital in Newark where he remains with undisclosed injuries. Another passenger in the Avalon, Angel Rodriguez, 23, of Newark, sustained minor injuries for which he was treated and released from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. The truck’s driver was not injured in the accident and was not charged with any traffic violations.

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Two people were injured in a New Jersey truck accident on the Interstate 295 the morning of Feb. 21 in Lawrence after a box truck driver crashed into the rear of a Mercedes Benz sport utility vehicle, according to this news report. The crash apparently ruptured a tank on the truck causing fuel to leak onto the roadway, New Jersey State Police officials said. The driver of the truck was uninjured, but two people who were passengers in the SUV suffered injuries and were sent to an area hospital for treatment. Police said the box truck driver would be issued a ticket for causing the wreckage.

In cases that involve big rigs or commercial trucks, both the driver and his or her employer could be held liable if they cause an injury accident. Where there is a clear determination of fault, injured victims will be able to collect compensation for medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of future medical treatment and other damages. But often, the aftermath of a truck accident or an auto accident in New Jersey can be very complex, involving eyewitness testimony, insurance companies and physical evidence.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey auto accident or truck accident, you would be well-advised to retain the services of a top New Jersey truck accident lawyer at Lependorf & Silverstein to discuss your case. We will fight to protect your rights and make sure you get the compensation you rightfully deserve. Call us today to schedule your free consultation.

A 32-year-old man from Nazareth, Pennsylvania, was killed in a fatal New Jersey workplace accident in Totowa after his dump truck rear-ended a car, which was traveling behind a slow-moving lawn tractor owned by the New Jersey Department of Transportation, police officials said. According to this news report, Robert Berger was driving west on the highway when his dump truck went up a hill and rear-ended a Grand Marquis whose driver, 88-year-old Edward Muldoon, had braked to avoid hitting the tractor.

Berger was killed in the crash. Muldoon suffered a back injury and the driver of the tractor, 47-year-old Ronald Kichko, was taken to the hospital with eye and head injuries, the report said.

Investigators will likely look into why the lawn tractor was traveling so slowly down a hill where motorists behind would have no indication of the slow-moving vehicle. If the driver of the tractor is held responsible for causing this fatal crash, both he and his employer – in this case, the New Jersey Department of Transportation – could be held liable for the accident, injuries and fatality.

The victims in this case would be well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable New Jersey truck accident attorney who will help protect their rights help them secure the compensation they rightfully deserve. Auto accidents, especially those involving multiple parties and governmental agencies, can be complex and challenging. If you or someone you love has been severely injured or killed in a New Jersey auto accident, please call Lependorf & Silverstein to pursue and protect your legal rights.

Three people, including an on-duty police officer, were injured in a West Deptford semi truck accident July 25 when a tractor trailer forced a car off Interstate 295 into the path of a parked police cruiser and a sport utility vehicle, according to this news report. Officer James Grant Jr., was trapped in his cruiser and had to be extricated from the vehicle and transported to an area hospital. Two other motorists – Jeffrey Weiss, 45, of Woodbury and Lynn Sbraga, 46, of Logan Township were also taken to the hospital with injuries.

Grant was writing a ticket after pulling over one of the motorists, when the truck driver made a sudden lane change, the article reports. The driver of the tractor trailer was released with a citation.

There are close to 130 fatal big rig accidents and nearly 6,000 injury crashes relating to semi trucks in the state of New Jersey, according to U.S. Department of Transportation statistics. Big rigs, especially tractor trailers, can cause remarkable damage to other passenger vehicles and major injuries to motorists because of their significant size and weight. Some big rigs may weigh up to 80,000 pounds.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a big rig accident because of the truck driver’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation to cover your medical bills, loss of wages, pain and suffering. Both the truck driver and the trucking company may be held responsible for the crash. Call the New Jersey truck collision lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein today for your free consultation.

An out-of-control dump truck, which officials say, may have been overloaded with dirt smashed into a Chinatown bus as it came off the Manhattan Bridge. One person was killed and six were injured in the fatal truck accident. According to an article in the New York Daily News, the dump truck started to careen wildly before it hit the back of a Fung Wah bus near the intersection of Bowery and Canal streets, killing 57-year-old Lai Ho and injuring several others.

Investigators are now looking into whether the truck had been loaded with dirt beyond its capacity. News agencies also reported that the truck should never have been in the city because federal officials had banned the New Jersey-based truck company from interstate travel because of too many safety violations.

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