Posted on June 11th, 2010
A new New Jersey law is requiring that drivers under the age of 21 add red decals to their license plates to denote their age for police officers to see.
The law, introduced as Kyleigh’s Law, was proposed after a teenager was killed by an inexperienced driver. The Department of Motor Vehicles expects 250,000 drivers to be affected by the law.
Small red stickers are supposed to be attached to the front and back license plates, letting authorities more quickly analyze whether a violation has been committed or not. The law includes new restrictions for younger drivers on night driving, passenger occupancy, and a ban on cell phone use, including hands-free devices. The decals cost $4, while the fine for not including them is $100.
Many parents have objected to the law, and are pressing lawmakers to repeal it. Too many are concerned that the stickers allow predators and stalkers to zero in on young girls.
If you or someone you know has been injured by another driver, you may be eligible for legal recourse. Contact the Edison car accident attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., by calling 800-346-5529 today to discuss your claim.
Posted on May 28th, 2010
A state appeals court has affirmed the decision of a lower court judge to not hold an airport in New Jersey liable for damages to an aircraft struck by a sleeping driver.
The suit was filed in 2006 when a driver fell asleep at the wheel and plowed through a chain link fence at Teterboro Airport, smashing into a plane on the tarmac 75 feet from the road.
The plane owners, Potomac Aviation Services, sued the airport for failing to install fencing that would adequately protect the plane and for parking it in a dangerous spot.
At issue were federal and industry guidelines for the type of fencing that was used to cordon off the airport property. The aviation company maintained that chain link fencing was in violation of safety measures.
However, the airport was found not liable for the damages. “There is nothing presented that in common sense or fairness convinces us that defendants’ duty to exercise reasonable care over plaintiff’s plane or to provide a reasonably safe place for it to be parked included an obligation to install guide rail or other protective devices,” the judges concluded.
If you have been the victim of another driver on the road, contact the Edison personal injury lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on April 30th, 2010
Randolph police are asking for the public’s help in finding a man accused of cutting a woman off on Route 10, causing her to crash into a McDonald’s sign.
According to deputies, the woman was driving a Volkwagen Jetta westbound on Route 10 when a black Maxima attempted to run her off the road.
As the vehicles approached South Salem Street, the Maxima cut off the Jetta, forcing the woman to lose control and careen into a nearby McDonald’s sign.
The driver of the Maxima exited his vehicle in the McDonald’s parking lot, yelled a few curses at the woman, and then fled the scene. He is described as a 5 foot 6 inches white male with a heavy build, clean-shaven and wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt.
While nobody was seriously injured in this crash, drivers who cannot control their rage on the road are a potentially fatal danger to other drivers. If you have been the victim of road rage or a reckless driver, contact the Edison car accident attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529.
Posted on April 15th, 2010
Police were called to the scene of a single-vehicle crash in Hillsdale at 3:18 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, on Oak Trail Road.
A preliminary accident investigation suggests that the 18-year-old driver of the vehicle was speeding through the quiet neighborhood when he rounded a bend and was forced to slam on the brakes to avoid smashing into a wood chipper.
At that point the driver lost control of his vehicle, fishtailing before striking a nearby parked car and jumping the curb onto the lawn of a private residence. The car then rolled over, partially trapping the driver and his two juvenile passengers.
The three occupants of the vehicle had managed to extricate themselves by the time authorities arrived at the scene. Police charged the driver with reckless driving and speeding.
Nobody was injured in the accident.
Reckless, speeding drivers are dangerous on the road and injure many innocent victims. If you have been hurt by a speeding driver, contact the New Jersey personal injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on April 13th, 2010
A 77-year-old Newark man lost control of his 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and rear-ended a 56-year-old Rahway man’s 2000 Toyota Tacoma this morning around 5:45 a.m. on the Garden State Parkway near Exit 148.
The collision pushed the Tacoma over a guardrail, causing it to roll down an embankment and strike a third vehicle on North Walnut street before coming to a stop. The Pathfinder was forced into a concrete driver.
The 77-year-old man suffered facial injuries but remains in stable condition, while the 56-year-old man sustained head injuries and is now in critical condition. Both men are currently housed in University Hospital in Newark.
Police do not believe alcohol was a factor in this accident.
If you have been rear-ended by a negligent driver or been in a car accident caused by a reckless driver, contact the New Jersey personal injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on April 8th, 2010
A 20-year old Edison man suffered serious head and neck injuries when he was ejected from his car after striking a utility pole in Plainfield Township. The accident occurred at 4:52 pm. on Sullivan Trail, which was closed for several hours after the accident. According to sources familiar with the case, the man was racing another vehicle when the accident occurred.
Accidents involving high-speeds and reckless driving can have a devastating effect on drivers, passengers, and pedestrians alike. For more information on racing accidents and personal injury claims, contact the New Jersey personal injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on March 25th, 2010
Former star pitcher Dwight Gooden has been charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and leaving the scene of an accident in connection to a traffic accident that occurred in New Jersey. If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, the Edison personal injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve.
Gooden, who had his best years with the Mets and the Yankees, was involved in a two-car crash at about 9 in the morning in the Franklin Lakes area. Police report that a child was in his vehicle at the time of the accident, causing him to be charged with child endangerment as well as driving under the influence of a drug.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a DUI accident caused by someone else, the Edison car accident attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to get you the compensation you need. Contact us today by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on March 19th, 2010
A new New Jersey state law will require teenagers to place a bright red decal on their license plates while they still hold learner’s permits or provisional licenses.
The law, called Kyleigh’s Law, was designed to help warn other motorists that a teenager is driving the car and to remind teenagers that they are under increased supervision while holding learner’s permits and temporary licenses. In addition, the decals will help police officers identify teenagers with provisional licenses who are carrying passengers, which is illegal. Teenagers are at an increased risk of car accidents because of their lack of experience and because of their likelihood of engaging in risky behavior.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact the Edison personal injury lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 to discuss your legal options.
Posted on January 13th, 2010
A man dies after a car accident on Interstate 85 in Oconee County, NJ. If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, the Edison car accident lawyers of Levinson Axelrod may be able to represent you in court.
The accident occured right after 3 p.m. The 84-year-old man died from injuries sustained in the accident. The man’s Toyota Camry struck a Oconee County Sheriff deputies’ car, while he was pulled over for a traffic stop. The northbound lane was closed for over three hours while the wreck was cleared.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, contact the Edison car accident lawyers of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on January 5th, 2010
On Dec. 11, a woman was outside of an elementary school when she was struck by a car. If you or someone you love has been injured after being hit by a motor vehicle, the Edison car accident lawyers of Levinson Axelrod may be able to represent you in court.
The 45-year-old pedestrian was struck by the vehicle and severely injured. She was transported to the hospital where she was in critical condition and was treated for possible traumatic brain injury. Since the accident, the are police department has been partoling the area more often and has been hosting regular public outreach about the dangers of speeding.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, contact the Edison car accident lawyers of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
