Winter in New Jersey is a season of hidden dangers. While heavy snow is easy to spot, black ice is the silent hazard of the Garden State. It forms a transparent, glass-like glaze over the asphalt, often on bridges, overpasses, and shaded stretches of road, leaving drivers with zero traction before they even realize they’ve
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The U.S. Counties With the Highest Number of Rideshare and Taxi-Related Fatalities: A Blume Forte Analysis
In the modern era, the evolution of transportation has introduced both new conveniences and significant infrastructure challenges. While app-based services and traditional taxis are a staple of daily life, they have contributed to complex safety issues on our roads. At Blume Forte Attorneys at Law, we analyzed data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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New Jersey and New York Counties Among Those With The Highest Rideshare and Taxi-Related Fatalities In The U.S., New Study Finds
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWARK, NJ – A new nationwide study from Blume Forte reveals that Atlantic County in New Jersey has the highest rideshare and taxi-related fatality rate, which is 21.67 per 1,000,000 people. The study also finds that Kings County (Brooklyn) and New York County (Manhattan) are the two counties with the highest total
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Who is Legally Responsible for a Slip and Fall Accident on Ice or Snow in New Jersey?
New Jersey winters are as beautiful as they are treacherous. While a fresh blanket of snow makes for a scenic morning in Chatham or Jersey City, it also creates significant hazards for pedestrians. Every year, thousands of New Jerseyans suffer serious injuries ranging from broken wrists and hip fractures to traumatic brain injuries due to
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How Can Drivers Stay Safe During the Busy Christmas Travel Season?
The Christmas travel season brings excitement, family gatherings, and plenty of holiday cheer. However, it also brings crowded highways, unpredictable winter weather, stressed drivers, and a noticeable rise in crashes across New Jersey. With so many people on the road throughout December, staying alert and taking a few extra precautions can make all the difference.
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