Winter is Here so Please Drive Carefully

Earlier this month, nj.com ran an article covering New Jersey’s first winter storm. The article said that there were 250 car crashes. with one fatality, across the state. As all of us New Jersey residents know, our highways are already crowded. Throw in some snow, ice, and sun glare, there will be additional problems.  We understand that in winter conditions, accidents happen. Sometimes, these accidents are not due to anyone’s negligence. However, sometimes others are indeed at fault. For example, another driver who caused your accident was maybe a reckless driver. In this instance, if you are injured, you have legal rights. If you are unsure, please call us so we investigate your accident and guide you through the process. In the meantime, winter is here so please drive carefully.

What to do if you are injured in an accident?

Here are some basic tips if you get in a car accident caused by another driver:

• ·Get out your cell phone and take pictures. Take pictures of the scene, the damage to your car, your injuries, and anything else that may be important. Since you may not know what is, or is not important, take as many photos as possible. Obviously, if your injuries preclude you from taking photos, ask someone for help.
• Call the police and file an accident report. Do not let the other driver convince you to just exchange information and go on your way. And after you file the report, get a copy of it.
• Call an attorney. Sure, you can call us. Regardless, get an attorney involved as soon as possible. Do this before talking to your insurance company. Likewise, do not talk to the other driver’s insurance company before talking to a lawyer. In addition to keeping quiet, certainly do not sign anything. Signing or saying the wrong things could hurt any potential lawsuit.

These tips should prove helpful for any car accident victim – you, a family member, or a friend.

We are here for you!

If you are injured in a car accident, please give us a call. We offer no-obligation strategy sessions with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys. During your confidential session, we’ll discuss your unique situation, answer your questions, and determine the right plan of action for you.

PS. We came across other not-so-fun facts. Every year, about 600,000 car accidents are caused by snow, sleet, slushy, or icy roads. These winter driving conditions account for about a third of all weather-related traffic accidents each year. And winter weather car accidents are among the highest for fatalities. We saw one report that there are 3 fatalities for every 1000 accidents due to snow, ice, and slippery road conditions. Again, winter is here so please drive carefully