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The police may catch you driving home after an evening out. After engaging you in conversation, the officer may ask you to go through a series of sobriety tests. Do you have to agree? A few elements come into play during a traffic stop that alert the police to...
A stop by a law enforcement officer is usually a daunting experience, and a nervous driver is apt to become overly talkative. Is it risky to start a conversation? Here are five things not to say to the officer who pulls you over. 1. Asking the reason for the stop It...
A vehicle crash is one of the most common causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI can be extremely serious, but symptoms may not be apparent immediately after a blow to the head, making prompt medical attention essential. Response to a car crash During a violent...
Even though modern cars, trucks and SUVs have hundreds of safety features, car accidents continue to be a primary cause of death for those under the age of 18. In fact, according to America's Health Rankings, motor vehicle accidents are responsible for roughly 20% of...
Drunk driving is illegal in every state, and in New Jersey, you may not get behind the wheel if your Blood Alcohol Concentration is 0.08% or higher. You can even get charged for DUI if your BAC is lower. It is hard to know whether you are past the official threshold...
The right to own a firearm is different from the right to carry one in public. If you are not cautious, you could end up with a weapons charge for illegal possession. According to the state website, to carry a handgun, you need to apply for a permit. The application...
If you are over the age of 65, you could face a number of risks on a daily basis, from health-related concerns to slip-and-fall accidents and medication you take. However, it is important to understand the dangers you face on the road. When it comes to traffic...
Officers have the right to set up DUI traffic stops along the road at random intervals, and sometimes do not even have to give a warning to drivers about what they are doing. But do you have the right to avoid these traffic stops? Many people default to assume that...
Whether or not you currently have a traffic violation charge against you, it is important to understand how New Jersey regulates its roads and drivers. That way you understand the costs of letting those violations stick as well as what strategies you have to reduce...
Teenage drivers are more likely to be out on New Jersey’s roads during the summer months, and this means increased threats for everyone who shares the road with them. The span between Memorial Day and Labor Day has become such a hazardous time to be traveling by car...
