According to a New Jersey State Police report, more people were killed by motor vehicle accidents in 2017 than in the previous year. Further, the number of fatalities has continued to rise each of the last three years and is the highest in the last ten. Most of those killed in car accidents were either the driver or passenger of an automobile.
The State Division of Highway Traffic Safety attributes the increase in fatalities to a number of factors including lower gas prices, more cars on the road, and distracted drivers and pedestrians. Alcohol and drug use also continues to be a concerning factor.
The operator of any motor vehicle, whether a car, truck or motor cycle, has the obligation to do so in a safe manner, using due caution, so as not to endanger or likely endanger another person or property. Failing to do so can result in a careless driving charge, probably the most common traffic violation in New Jersey. Police will generally issue such a ticket to any driver they determine causes a motor vehicle accident. The punishment can be influenced by the nature of the motor vehicle accident and the severity of any personal injuries suffered.
If you have suffered personal injuries due to another’s careless driving or negligence, you are entitled to receive compensation for any losses or harms incurred. You should speak with an attorney experienced in representing injured victims to learn the full extent of your legal rights.
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