New Jersey Personal Injury Blog
Franklin Township Three-Vehicle Accident Injures Two
Two people sustained injuries in a New Jersey car accident involving three vehicles in Franklin Township. According to a news report in the Gloucester County Times, a 2003 Saab ran through a stop sign at the intersection of Malaga Road and Route 538. The Saab then collided with a 2002 Hyundai, which was traveling east on Route 538. The Hyundai was pushed into a 2001 Ford Focus. The 56-year-old male driver of the Saab and the 46-year-old driver of the Hyundai were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Under New Jersey Statutes 39:4-120.9, drivers must obey all traffic control devices/signs. The law states in part: “The driver of a motor vehicle shall observe and obey any official traffic control device erected at a public-private intersection….”. Violation of this statute, or any other New Jersey traffic law, can be a basis to establish the negligence of a driver who caused a motor vehicle accident. If injuries are suffered as a result of a driver’s failure to obey traffic signs or signals, consultation with a New Jersey attorney familiar with local traffic laws is important in helping to establish the fault of the culpable driver. Even when a driver does not run a red light or stop sign, a violation of a New Jersey traffic law may still be established, such as: the failure to make proper observations of traffic and traffic conditions, or, following another vehicle too closely.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident as a result of another person’s negligence, contact an experienced New Jersey personal injury lawyer at Blume Goldfaden. Call 973-635-5400 for a no-cost consultation.
Law Aims to Prevent New Jersey Pedestrian Accidents
A new law now requires that New Jersey drivers come to a complete stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. Simply “yielding” to pedestrians is no longer adequate. The Cape May County Herald reports that the change in this traffic law was spurred by the high rate of pedestrian “knock down” accidents in New Jersey. The new law removes confusion surrounding what the term “yield” means. Many drivers tend to slow down or simply roll through yield signs when pedestrians are present. Under the newly revised law, a full stop will be required by the driver if a pedestrian is walking into or through the intersection. Fines for violators will range between $100 and $200.
There are approximately 150 pedestrian accident fatalities in New Jersey each year (click here for more information). The new law is an attempt to bring those high numbers down. The law also imparts more liability on the drivers, as it is designed to hold drivers culpable for not paying attention to pedestrian presence.
For pedestrian accident victims, medical expenses, lost wages and other costs can add up fast. If a negligent driver has caused you harm, it is important to seek legal assistance to determine if you may be entitled to compensation for your physical injuries and economic losses.
If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a New Jersey pedestrian accident, the experienced personal injury lawyers at Blume Goldfaden can provide you with a no-cost consultation and a thorough evaluation of your potential claim. Call us today at 973-635-5400.
Massive Brake Pedal Recall for Nissan
According to a CBS news report, Nissan Motor Co. is ordering a worldwide recall to repair defective brake pedals and fuel gauges. A total of 540,000 trucks, minivans and sport utility vehicles are expected to be affected by these recalls. The recalls involve 179,000 vehicles in the United States.
According to a company statement, certain Nissan vehicles have a defect in the brake pedal assembly where a pin may become loose, thus reducing braking force. Nissan claims that they have not received any reports of car accidents or personal injuries as a result of these auto product defects.
Any auto product defect that alters the effectiveness of brakes in a vehicle can pose a serious hazard to vehicle occupants, other motorists on the roadway, and pedestrians. Nissan is also issuing a larger recall to repair gas gauges that display gas present in the tank, when in fact, the fuel tank is empty. They plan on recalling 419,000 vehicles to fix this problem.
Reports indicate that the vehicles affected by the brake pedal recall include 2008 – 2010 Nissan Titan pickups, Infiniti QX56 and Nissan Armada SUVs, and some 2008 and 2009 Nissan Quest minivans. Vehicles affected by the gas gauge recall include 2005 – 2008 Nissan Titan, Armada and Infiniti QX56s as well as Nissan Frontier pickups and Pathfinder and Xterra SUVs manufactured between January and March 2006, and between October 2007 and January 2008.
If you, or, a loved one has been injured in a New Jersey auto accident, and, believe that a defective auto part caused the incident, contact the experienced auto product liability New Jersey lawyers at Blume Goldfaden. Companies which design, manufacture and distribute defective vehicles and automotive components may be held liable for injuries or deaths caused by its products. Call us at 973-635-5400 to schedule a no-cost consultation of your potential automotive product liability claim.