PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER CLIFTON,
NEW JERSEY
Clifton, New Jersey is a popular town with a vibrant
shopping district, expansive parks and recreations activities as well as top-rated
restaurants. Unfortunately, people still
get hurt at times. When they do, it is
important that they seek the assistance of an experienced Clifton NJ Personal
Injury Lawyer. Super Lawyers is an
organization that ranks the best lawyers in Clifton and throughout New
Jersey. Attorney Daniel Sloan has been
named to its Rising Stars list since 2016.
He has recovered millions for his clients.
Clifton NJ Personal Injury – Call (908) 358-2938
Personal injury cases are complex and winning them
requires an understanding of all aspects of the law in New Jersey. Handling them on your own is not
advisable. Defense attorneys and
insurance adjusters have a great deal of experience handling injury
claims. It is important to have
experience on your side too. On behalf
of the client, the Sloan Law Firm will focus on:
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Getting medical bills paid
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Recovering compensation for pain and suffering
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Recuperating lost wages
The Sloan Law Firm handles many different personal injury
cases in Clifton, NJ, including:
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Snow and Ice Accidents
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Catastrophic Injury
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Dog Bites
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Auto Accidents
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Construction Accidents
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Slip and Falls
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Medical Malpractice
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Traumatic Brain Injuries
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Wrongful Death
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Product Liability
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Bike Accidents
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Slip and Falls
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Spinal Cord Injuries
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Burns
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Premises Liability
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Prescription Drug Errors
CLIFTON NJ AUTO ACCIDENTS
One of the first steps in examining an auto accident case
in Clifton, New Jersey is to review the police crash investigation report. Many times, auto accidents are the result of
a rear-end impact, an improper left-hand turn or carelessly entering a traffic
intersection. As a general rule, drivers
that cause a rear-end impact to the vehicle in front of them or drivers making
a left-hand turn that results in an impact are negligent. In addition, any driver that does not stop at
an intersection with a stop sign or a red light is clearly negligent. Occasionally, there are cases where a
passenger is injured in a two-car accident and both drivers are negligent. For these reasons, the police report is a
very important document in any auto accident case to determine who was at
fault.
Generally, the police report will also identify any
aggravating circumstances involved in the auto accident. For example, the police report may identify
whether any driver involved in an accident was under the influence of alcohol
or whether the accident was a Hit and Run.
Types of Clifton NJ Auto Accidents:
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Car Accidents
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Truck Accidents
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Tractor-Trailer Accidents
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Bus Accidents
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Motorcycle Accidents
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Bicycle Accidents
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Pedestrian Accidents
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Taxi Accidents
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Uber Accidents
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Lyft Accidents
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Crosswalk accidents
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Parking Lot Accidents
CLIFTON NJ MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS
Motorcycles have always been allowed on the New Jersey
Turnpike. However, this has not always
been true for the Garden State Parkway. Motorcyclists were allowed on Garden
State Parkway when it opened in 1951. In
1961, things changed for motorcyclists in New Jersey. Believe it or not, operating a motorcycle on
the Garden State Parkway between 1961 and 1975 was illegal because of the
personal injury and property damage due to motorcycle accidents. In 1975, Governor Byrne signed a bill
allowing motorcyclists to operate on the Garden State Parkway again under
pressure from motorcycle groups, provided they abide by new safety rules,
including the use of protective gear and minimum power.
New Jersey residents operating a motorcycle must have
either: (1) a motorcycle endorsement on their existing driver license or (2) a
separate motorcycle license. All motorcycles must be titled, registered and
insured. Under the New Jersey Helmet
Law:
No person shall operate or ride upon a motorcycle unless
he wears a securely fitted protective helmet of a size proper for that person
and of a type approved by the federal DOT. Such a helmet must be equipped with
either a neck or chin strap and be reflectorized on both sides.
New Jersey recommends the following safety tips for
motorists traveling near or around motorcyclists:
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Be Alert for Motorcycles - Heavy traffic could
hide a motorcycle. Be aware constantly.
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Anticipate Hazards for Motorcycles - Be prepared
to react to poor road conditions, such as debris or oil slicks, railroad tracks
or raised manhole covers.
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Do Not Tailgate Motorcycles - They require less
stopping distance than other vehicles.
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Share the Road - Sharing the road will save
lives. Motorcyclists and motorists abide by the same traffic laws. To avoid
crashes, obey speed laws, warning signs and traffic signals. Share the road.
Remember that motorcycles are much smaller and maneuver faster than other
vehicles, so always check your mirrors twice.
Motorcycle
Accidents in New Jersey
Despite the safety precautions, there are occasions when
motorcyclists are involved in auto accidents. Between 2007 to 2016, motorcycle
fatalities varied. In 2011, New Jersey recorded the highest number of
fatalities (93). In 2015, New Jersey
recorded the lowest number (50). New Jersey
recorded over 12,000 motorcycle crashes between 2011 and 2015.
Common Causes of
Motorcycle Accidents in New Jersey
Operating a motorcycle on the New Jersey Turnpike, the
Garden State Parkway or any other roadway in New Jersey can be dangerous. The dangers associated with operating a
motorcycle can increase when the following conditions are present:
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Driver fatigue
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Construction on the roadway
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Inexperience
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Road construction
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Poor visibility
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Slippery conditions involving oil, rain or ice
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Road Bends, Curves and hills
Clifton NJ Motorcycle Accident Lawyer – Free
Consultations Available
It is important for anyone injured in a New Jersey
motorcycle accident through no fault of their own to consult with a New Jersey
Motorcycle Accident Lawyer because, many times, the injuries are severe. The Sloan Law Firm handles accidents
involving motorcycles, ATVs, Dirt Bikes and any other type of motorcycle in New
Jersey.
TRUCK ACCIDENTS IN CLIFTON, NJ
The trucking industry is a very important for the United
States and the New Jersey Turnpike is one of the main thoroughfares. Every day, thousands of semi-trailer and
tractor-trailers traverse the New Jersey Turnpike as well as the U.S. Route 46,
Route 3, Route 21 and Route 19.
Unfortunately, there are incidents of truck accidents on our
roadways. It is important for anyone
injured due to a truck accident in New Jersey to consult with a New Jersey
Truck Accident Lawyer.
Common Causes of Clifton,
NJ Truck Accidents
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Driver fatigue
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Slippery roadways
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Reckless driving
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Blind spots
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Mechanical problems
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Road design
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Traffic signal errors
New Jersey truck accident can be heartbreaking because
they generally involve severe injuries and fatalities. Because of the inherent dangers associated
with truck accidents, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations are
comprehensive. A violation of any of
these regulations by the truck driver or the trucking company may be used to
establish negligence. New Jersey has its
own wide-ranging motor vehicle laws. Any
violation of New Jersey motor vehicle laws may also be used to establish
negligence by the truck driver or trucking company in an injury case involving
a semi or tractor-trailer. For example,
tractor-trailers are sometimes not permitted in the left lane on a highway. There is a reason for this law. Namely, the truck can cause an accident. Driver visibility is not very good on the
right side of any vehicle, particularly for trucks. It is never a good idea to pass a truck on
the right.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a Clifton, NJ
accident and need to speak to an experienced Clifton NJ Personal Injury
Attorney, you can reach the Sloan Law Firm at: (908) 358-2938. Attorney Daniel Sloan handles car accidents,
motorcycle accidents, truck accidents and all other personal injury cases. He has recovered millions on behalf of his
clients.
THE SLOAN LAW FIRM WORKS ON A CONTINGENCY BASIS - NO
RECOVERY, NO FEE
The Sloan Law Firm works on a contingency basis when
handling personal injury cases, which means there is no upfront legal expenses
and there is no attorney fee unless damages are recovered on behalf of the
client.
RECENT CAR ACCIDENT RESULTS
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$1,000,000
Recovery – Pedestrian hit by motor vehicle
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$850,000
Recovery – Motorist struck by truck on highway
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$250,000
Recovery – Husband and wife struck from behind on highway
CALL TODAY – (908) 358-2938 FOR A FREE REVIEW OF YOUR
PERSONAL INJURY CASE
The Sloan Law Firm is based in Cranford but handles personal injury matters in Cranford, Roselle Park, New Providence, Kenilworth, Elizabeth, Toms River, Belleville, New Brunswick, Old Bridge, Edison, Jersey City, Woodbridge, Keyport, Bloomfield, Lyndhurst, Perth Amboy, Passaic, Brick, Wayne, Lakewood, Irvington, Morristown, East Orange, Freehold, Paterson, Newark, Clifton, Winfield, Fanwood, Garwood, Eatontown, Long Branch, Keansburg, Marlboro, Holmdel, Tinton Falls, Shrewsbury, Rutherford, Flemington, Rockaway, Cranbury, South Orange, Princeton, Ridgewood, Somerville, Hackensack, Bridgewater, East Brunswick, Parsippany and throughout New Jersey.
Sloan Law can be reached at (908) 358-2938 to discuss any matter.