On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Car Accidents on Monday, February 20, 2012
Seasoned drivers know to be on the lookout for waste on the roadways or even a wayward critter. However, most drivers are not on the lookout for straying cattle. Killed on impact, a dead steer in the middle of the road caused a modest amount of chaos on Route 45 on an early New Jersey morning. The vehicle that initially hit the animal killed it immediately, but as the driver was pulling over to call 911, another vehicle was headed for a collision with the black steer. That vehicle ended up on its roof, about 150 feet from the center line.
It was about half an hour before sunrise, and it is believed that the second driver hit the steer because it was black and he could not see it. Fortunately, everyone was wearing their seatbelt and no one was seriously injured in the car accident.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Brain Injury on Sunday, February 12, 2012
A recent study at a prominent university's Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy may be of interest for Toms River residents. The study found a severe brain disease in 14 out of 15 of the former NFL players evaluated. The disease, chronic traumatic encephalopathy, affects the brain similarly to dementia. The study shows that the former players all had one thing in common: repeated blows to the head, concussive, sub-concussive or both.
When watching professional football, it seems like the players hit each other with the force of semi-trucks. Although there are measures in place to protect players, like prohibitions against helmet-first tackles and "horse-collar" tackles, many complain that the rules are inadequate and not properly enforced.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Car Accidents on Sunday, January 29, 2012
Automobile collisions can be extremely alarming and life-altering. Because cars are powerful machines, even a simple crash could result in terrible physical and emotional consequences. As a victim of a car accident, you may face harms that could severely affect your life or the life of a loved one. Unfortunately, car crashes are all too common.
A recent New Jersey collision had a fatal result. According to authorities, a speeding motorist collided with a tanker truck filled with approximately 8,500 gallons of gasoline. Local residents claim that they heard the car speeding. This noise was followed by a loud screeching and crashing sound. The result was an explosion that sent a cloud of fire into the sky.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Workers' Compensation on Sunday, January 22, 2012
Going to work shouldn't be a safety or health concern. However, New Jersey's Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Program recently stepped in and stated that a Palmyra linen company is just that -- dangerous. OSHA investigators recently inspected the facility and uncovered 49 safety and health violations; 39 were considered serious and the remaining 11 were rated as other-than-serious.
The OSHA director in charge of the area made sure that the message was heard loud and clear by the company's owners, stating, "Employers are legally responsible for ensuring safe and healthful workplaces." If the message itself wasn't understood, the current proposed fines reaching over $125,000 may get the point across more effectively.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Sunday, January 15, 2012
It's been almost a year since a 49-year-old Bayville woman endured her worst nightmare -- being hit by a drunk driver. Since that time she has been dependent on her family for assistance and emotional support to get through her daunting physical recovery; knowing now that she may not ever return to where she was prior to the accident.
The single mother already had enough on her plate prior to the March 23, 2010 accident. Before the accident, she was working three jobs to support her kids; saving up to pay down her mortgage. Now she whittles away at her small savings, hoping that she may qualify for permanent disability soon. Today she is forced to depend on public assistance since she is incapable of working.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Sunday, January 8, 2012
Many car accidents can be completely avoided if the driver had not been drinking. It is something we begin discussing with our kids while they are young in hopes that when they begin to drive they make good choices. Yet, as it often is with teens, they decide to learn the hard way -- as a group of Toms River teens recently found out when they were involved in an alcohol related accident.
According to Toms River Police, the car accident happened a little before 5:00 a.m. on Congress and Michigan Avenue. The 18-year-old driver is reported to have been speeding when he lost control of his vehicle causing it to hit a utility box and then a tree. In total, there were six other teens in the car ranging from age 14 to 17-years-old. The driver and a 15-year-old boy were taken to Jersey Shore Trauma Center; the other teens were transported to Community Medical Center.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Car Accidents on Sunday, January 1, 2012
Residents of Toms River are always shocked and dismayed when an individual is hurt by a motor vehicle accident; this is particularly true when the victim is a young person. Often, during this time of year, when the sun is setting earlier, glaring from the angle of the sun can make it difficult for motorists to see clearly -- hopefully leading them to be cautious and slow down. In general, it can be difficult for drivers to see pedestrians in the dark evening hours as illustrated earlier this month when a 14-year-old boy was hit by a car.
According to police, the boy was listed in serious condition upon his arrival at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. The young man was struck by a car being driven by a 43-year-old Toms River woman while she was driving on Chestnut Street. The woman told police that the boy suddenly appeared in front of her at about 5:00 p.m.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Wrongful Death on Saturday, December 24, 2011
Residents of Toms River may recall the sudden and tragic death of a 26-year-old man involved in a fatal car accident that happened just over a year ago. Earlier this month, the driver who was responsible for the auto accident stood before the court and was sentenced to three years in prison. Prior to his sentencing, he pleaded guilty to the charges of causing a death while driving on a suspended license.
The incident occurred on Route 537 in Plumsted as the young victim was driving home from work at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson. Just a few minutes prior, the victim had been on the phone with his father discussing Christmas plans.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Sunday, December 18, 2011
The roads seem a bit busier with the approaching holidays. Many individuals and families are busy with holiday gatherings and work parties. Unfortunately, after a night of partying with friends or family, some drivers jump behind the wheel of their vehicle to head home. Sometimes the drivers make it home without incident. Sadly, that wasn't the case for a man from Stafford Township. The 25-year-old man was arrested for DWI, reckless driving and vehicular homicide, after his vehicle struck and killed a man standing on the side of the road.
According to authorities, on September 21, the young man was driving his 2005 Ford F-150 pickup truck when it careened off the road, into a utility pole and finally striking and killing a 76-year-old man from Barnegat Township. It was determined that the man died from multiple injuries due to the incident. Reports did not indicate if the driver responsible for the man's death received any injuries.
On behalf of Novins, York & Jacobus Attorneys at Law posted in Drunk Driving Accidents on Sunday, December 11, 2011
One year is not a lot of time, and Ocean Gate residents remembered a 32-year-old Ocean County patrol officer over the holiday weekend. This Thanksgiving marks the one-year anniversary of his death, which occurred after a drunk driver struck his car. Tragically, the car accident happened at 3:00 a.m. last year on Thanksgiving morning while the patrolman was heading home, only 22 minutes after finishing his late night shift patrolling for intoxicated drivers.
The driver who struck the officer is a Venezuelan native from Manchester, but he may have another address soon. In fact, he could face a 5 to 10 year prison sentence if convicted of vehicular homicide.
