Common Types of Car Accidents
Car accidents come in many forms, and each type presents unique legal and medical challenges. At Levinson Axelrod, P.A., we’ve successfully handled cases involving a wide range of accidents, including:
- Rear-End Collisions: These are some of the most common accidents, often caused by tailgating or distracted driving.
- T-Bone Accidents: Often occurring at intersections, these crashes can lead to severe injuries for drivers and passengers.
- Head-On Collisions: Among the most dangerous, these accidents frequently result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities.
- Multi-Vehicle Pileups: Complex and chaotic, these accidents require careful investigation to determine liability.
- Hit-and-Run Accidents: If the at-fault driver fled the scene, we can help you seek compensation through your insurance or other avenues.
- Drunk Driving Accidents: Driving under the influence is a leading cause of preventable crashes.
- Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents: Drivers failing to yield or pay attention to crosswalks often cause these serious incidents.
Common Causes of Car Accidents
Car accidents are often the result of negligence, and identifying the cause is a critical step in building a strong case. Some of the most common causes we encounter include:
- Distracted Driving: Texting, eating, or adjusting the radio can divert a driver’s attention from the road.
- Speeding: Excessive speed reduces reaction time and increases the severity of crashes.
- Reckless Driving: Aggressive behaviors such as weaving through traffic or tailgating lead to unnecessary accidents.
- Driving Under the Influence: Alcohol and drugs impair judgment, coordination, and reaction times.
- Weather Conditions: Rain, snow, and ice can make roads slippery and reduce visibility.
- Defective Vehicles: Mechanical failures like brake malfunctions or tire blowouts can cause accidents.
- Poor Road Conditions: Potholes, lack of signage, or improperly marked construction zones can contribute to crashes.
New Jersey Car Accident Laws
Car accident laws in New Jersey are governed by a mix of state-specific statutes and general principles of personal injury law. New Jersey follows a no-fault insurance system, which requires drivers to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. Under this system, injured parties must initially turn to their own insurance policies for medical expenses and other out-of-pocket costs, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. This system is designed to expedite the claims process and reduce litigation for minor accidents.
New Jersey also provides drivers with the choice of a limited right to sue or an unlimited right to sue when purchasing auto insurance. If a driver opts for the limited right to sue, they can only pursue legal action for non-economic damages, like pain and suffering, if their injuries meet certain thresholds, such as significant disfigurement, dismemberment, or permanent injury. However, if a driver selects the unlimited right to sue, they retain the ability to sue for non-economic damages without these restrictions.
The state adheres to a comparative negligence rule, which means that an injured party can recover damages only if they are less than 50% at fault for the accident. However, the compensation they receive will be reduced in proportion to their share of fault. For instance, if a plaintiff is found to be 20% at fault and the total damages amount to $100,000, they would receive $80,000.
Why Hire Us?
When you’ve been injured in a car accident, choosing the right legal team can make all the difference. At Levinson Axelrod, P.A., we offer:
- Decades of Experience: Our attorneys have successfully represented thousands of clients in Morris County and throughout New Jersey.
- Proven Results: We have a track record of securing significant settlements and verdicts for car accident victims.
- Personalized Attention: We treat every client with care, ensuring you feel supported throughout the legal process.
Contact us today at (732) 440-3089 to schedule your initial, no-cost consultation!
Reviews & Testimonials
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$1,200,000 Personal Injury Settlement
While stopped in traffic, an Ocean County man was injured as a result of being rear ended by a dump truck. The plaintiff was receiving treatment for a prior neck problem at the time of the collision but required surgery after the additional problems caused by the accident. Our attorneys were able to combat the defense's arguments through the use of very skilled and competent medical experts and ultimately obtained a settlement of $1.2 million.
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$987,500.00 Premises Liability Settlement
Associate Kelley Lavery recently secured a nearly $1 million settlement for a client who fell and fractured both ankles at a parking garage in Jersey City, NJ.
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$650,000 Personal Injury Settlement
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$300,000 Workers' Compensation Settlement
Partner Rich Marcolus obtained a $300,000 workers’ compensation settlement for a law enforcement officer injured in the line of duty.
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$263,000 Workers' Compensation Settlement
Attorney Celine Vitale of our firm secured a six-figure workers’ compensation settlement for a sales rep injured while lifting a dresser.
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