Author Archives: Garrick R. Slavick
What is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in New Jersey?
Have you or someone you love been involved in an accident and suffered injury? If so and if you would like to take legal action against whoever is responsible for your condition, time may be running out. In fact, many injury victims do not realize that they only have a limited amount of time to… Read More »
What is a TBI?
Auto accidents are capable of causing all kinds of injuries. One of the most serious outcomes of a motor vehicle collision is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Depending on the circumstances of an accident, a person may sustain a non-penetrating brain injury where there is an impact to the skull, or a penetrating traumatic brain… Read More »
Do I Need Personal Injury Coverage in my Automobile Insurance?
Yes. Personal injury protection (PIP) is a required feature of automobile insurance in New Jersey. This part of your policy covers you or others persons injured in an auto accident. It can be referred to as your “no-fault” coverage, because it pays for your medical bills regardless of the cause of the accident. PIP has… Read More »
A Concussion is Serious Business
We’ve learned a lot in the past decade about head injuries and how serious they can be. Many of us know a member of the military who was injured by an explosion who faces a long climb back to being truly healed. New concerns are surfacing in the news about school sports, and how head… Read More »
How Do You Choose a Personal Injury Attorney?
Some decisions are best made by instinct, and others by good research. Choosing a personal injury attorney takes elements of both: You need someone who is truly qualified to help you through this process, but you need to feel confident that they’re doing their best for you, too. It’s a good idea to look at… Read More »
Could My Dog Make Me Uninsurable?
Dog ownership is part of the American dream, along with the house, the two kids and the picket fence. But did you realize the type of dog you decide to bring into your home can actually impact your homeowners insurance? And did you know New Jersey is one of 38 states and the District of… Read More »
Motorcycles: More Fun, More Risk
Motorcycles have grown progressively more popular over the years, with more than a million bikes sold in the United States in 2006 alone. But accident statistics involving motorcycle riders are sobering. On average, more than 5,000 deaths and 88,000 injuries occur each year. In spite of the fact that bikes make up only about 2… Read More »
New Jersey Contemplates Raising the Bar for Distracted Drivers
In 2012, more than 590 people died in traffic accidents in New Jersey. That was 32 fewer than the previous year— a 5% decrease. However, state police blamed distracted driving for 178 of those deaths, the first increase in that statistic in four years. Among the most common distractions is the use of cell phones… Read More »
Don’t Panic: Pedestrian Safety Is Paramount, but Drivers Have Rights, Too
More than 4,000 pedestrians lost their lives in 2010 in the United States after being struck by a motor vehicle. If you’re the driver involved, it’s important to take several early steps after an accident involving a pedestrian. First, stop the car and wait for police — or call them yourself. Leaving the scene for… Read More »
Biting Back: What to Do if You Were Dog Bite Victim in New Jersey
Each year about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs. Dogs can and should be controlled by their owners. The failure of an owner to take proper precautions can lead to a lawsuit for damages by an injured victim. Being bitten by a dog can be extremely serious and can result in scarring and disfigurement…. Read More »
