By Jan K. Seigel | Published March 28, 2013 | Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents | Tagged Tags: Distracted driving, teen drivers | Leave a comment
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Who are the worst texting offenders: Teens or adults?
Most teenagers believe (to a certain extent) that they are invincible. They engage in risky behavior believing that terrible things simply will not happen to them. This may explain the rate of fatal auto accidents involving young people between the ages of 15 and 20 (which is the age group most at risk). However, this Read More
Read MorePossible defect leads to fatal accident
There are so many things that drivers have to worry about while behind the wheel. They must monitor their speed, lane position, proximity to other drivers and other road hazards that could potentially lead to an accident. In the midst of these cognitive demands, they should not have to worry about mechanical issues (i.e. oil Read More
Read MoreHit and run accident has personal injury elements
A man from Haddon Township is being held by police after an accident killed a pedestrian who was trying to cross a busy road. The accident occurred on Black Horse Pike Sunday evening in Camden County. Authorities reported to NJ.com that the driver is being held pending bail being posted. He is charged with leaving Read More
Read MoreStress of mega-commutes may contribute to accidents
Traffic is undoubtedly stressful for New Jersey commuters. A study conducted by an NYU psychologist found that people who had commutes of 45 minutes or more had higher levels of cortisol (a hormone that helps people deal with stress), and a harder time concentrating on work tasks. Also, a recent U.S. Census report indicated that Read More
Read MoreData reveals teen driver deaths on the rise in the U.S.
The thought of allowing your son or daughter to get behind the wheel for the very first time without you in the car may be a bit frightening. Even if you trust that your child will make smart decisions when driving, you know that other drivers in New Jersey may not be making safe choices. Read More
Read MoreBlack ice to be a problem on New Jersey roads
Let’s face it. Between Superstorm Sandy last week’s blizzard and today’s snow forecast, New Jersey has had a rough winter. Road conditions are not the best, which can make travelling treacherous for cars, semi-trucks and buses alike. Many of our readers recall how the recent storm blanketed the Long Island Expressway with so much snow Read More
Read MoreFDA requires reduction of zolpidem in sleep aids
Prescriptions of sleep aids have exploded in the last decade, with nearly 60 million being given in 2011. Sleeping pills have become so popular that stories of Ambien based antics (cooking meals, sleep walking and sexual encounters without any memory of them the morning after) have become fodder for sketch comedies. However, drowsy driving has Read More
Read MoreFiery crash leaves one dead, 33 injured
The Long Island Expressway was covered with mangled pieces of charred metal, tires and debris after a chain reaction of crashes occurred Wednesday afternoon. According to an Associated Press report, a tractor trailer crashed into several vehicles travelling on the eastbound lanes. The initial crash set off a series of accidents as passing motorists could Read More
Read MoreMulti-vehicle accident closes Lincoln Tunnel
Traffic in the Lincoln Tunnel was tied up for hours yesterday after a motor vehicle accident closed the north-bound tube. Just before noon, an accident occurred involving five trucks and three cars stopped traffic in the New Jersey bound lanes. A spokesman for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey said that the Read More
Read MoreOfficials Examining Accidents Caused by Those Under the Influence of Drugs
New Jersey has recently allowed the use of medical marijuana within the state, and the program has faced several problems. As the initial hurdles are cleared, there will be long-term effects that may need to be addressed. One of the major issues plaguing legislatures across the country concerns the increase in motorists that are operating Read More
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