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Watch Out for Memorial Day Tourists in New Jersey!
With Memorial Day weekend coming up and tourists flocking to New Jersey, things are about to get wild on the roads. Holidays like Memorial Weekend, Fourth of July, and New Year’s Eve are inherently dangerous. Drinking, driving on unfamiliar roads, and driving at night all provide the perfect ingredients for a car accident. Read the rest »
Does Pedestrians After Dark = More Danger?
Driving is dangerous. On average, motorists are operating 3,000 pounds of metal that can easily crush any unfortunate human in their way. That is a lot of responsibility for a driver, especially at night. Even though there is 60% less traffic on the roads, nighttime accidents account for more than 40% of overall car accidents. Read the rest »
Man Versus Bicycle: Bicycle Wins
It is a universal truth that in a battle between a machine and a man, the machine usually wins. We typically imagine this scenario involving people being hit by cars or buses, but a very real danger also exists when the machine happens to be a bicycle. As the number of people using bicycles (both for recreational purposes and to avoid growing traffic) continues to increase, these accidents are bound to happen more frequently. Read the rest »
You’re Not Safe Till You’re in the Building
You’ve finally reached your destination after overcoming heavy traffic, poor weather conditions, and an emergency road repair. As you pull into the parking lot, you take a deep breath of relief, unaware you are now embarking on one of the riskier parts of your trip—getting from the parking lot to the building. Read the rest »
To Walk or Not to Walk: Why Are Pedestrian Accidents on the Rise?
More Americans are incorporating walking into their daily routines, whether it’s tracking steps on a Fitbit or walking to the train rather than driving. Generally, this leads to healthier bodies and a healthier environment. At the same time, however, it’s putting us at risk of being hit by a car or other vehicle. And in the United States, that particular problem is getting worse. Read the rest »
Deadly Week for New Jersey Pedestrians
The last week of August was a deadly one for pedestrians and cyclists in New Jersey. The latest accident victim was a woman out walking late at night when she was hit by a car on Route 29. She was left in critical condition, and the case is ongoing. These multiple accidents occurred on the Parkway, on Black Horse Pike, while crossing Route 55 overpass, and elsewhere.
Do we know why? Honestly, no. But we should all be more careful. Read the rest »
Be Safe Crossing the Street During Winter
When it comes to winter, one of the most popular pastimes is window shopping. City and town centers all over New Jersey will be decorated, and shops and malls will be offering exciting deals. Unfortunately, the rise in shoppers comes with an increase in pedestrian accidents, and what should be a time of happiness and cheer can too often turn tragic. Read the rest »
Understanding Pedestrian Right of Way
According to the State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, there is a disproportionate number of pedestrian injury crashes and fatalities in the Garden State compared to the nation as a whole. Pedestrian safety is a two-way street. Drivers must stop for pedestrians at crosswalks and pedestrian must observe traffic signs and signals located at intersections. As a pedestrian it is important that you understand your right of way.
Tips for Avoiding Car Accidents While Jogging
It’s pleasant outside and you have nothing pressing to do. It’s the perfect time to go for a jog and in Princeton, New Jersey, you can be pretty sure that you’ll bump into other joggers along the way. More than 57 million people in the United States jog each year. That’s a big potential for joggers and car accidents. Safety is always an issue when you’re jogging and there are important things to remember so that you can avoid injury.
New Jersey Pedestrian Accidents Spike in First Month of 2016
In 2015, the New Jersey State Police reported 161 fatal pedestrian accidents. While that number is high, it is actually down from 2014. That year 170 people lost their lives in pedestrian collisions. These are completely avoidable statistics. Every year, innocent families throughout the state lose loved ones to another person’s negligent behavior. Unfortunately, it looks like 2016 has already started off on the wrong foot.
Just a few weeks into the year and there have already been several reported pedestrian accidents throughout the state. This spike does not take into account the significant number of incidents that remain under investigation from last year. In response to this rash of collisions, traffic officials remind motorists to: Read the rest »
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