New Jersey 15-Passenger Van Attorneys
New Jersey Van Accidents
Vans carrying up to 15 passengers are becoming a common way for many people to carpool to work, travel to the airport, transport commercial goods and other services. Because these vans tend to be of a larger and heavier size than other vehicles they must abide by different laws and speed limits than other smaller vehicles. Unfortunately the rate of 15-passenger van accidents is on the rise throughout New Jersey.
Because many 15-passenger vans are used for commercial purposes, the laws surrounding them are especially particular. Most commercially operated vehicles must carry additional insurance protection and any operators must have specialized licenses. There is a maximum number of people allowed to ride in these vehicles as well. Baggage or other cargo must also never exceed the preset limits.
Unfortunately, many accidents involving 15-passenger vans in New Jersey involve violations of these laws. If a van is overloaded or the number of passengers exceeds the limit then a potentially dangerous situation exists. When these conditions are combined with excessive speeds, severe weather conditions and unskilled or negligent drivers, the results can be disastrous and deadly.
Passengers involved in any accident in a 15-passenger van should usually seek legal assistance before agreeing to a settlement, speaking with the van company's owners or representatives or signing any paperwork. Because these van companies often have teams of lawyers or insurance representatives that will try and persuade passengers to admit the fault was of another driver or some other reason, an independent law firm can often be of help.
Even if the passengers have signed some sort of legal agreement or release of liability it does not mean that the driver of the van can cause any damages or injuries without fault. Van owners, their drivers, and any other person involved in the accident is a potential partial cause of any accident. Only an independently performed investigation can fully reveal the facts of a 15-passnger van accident.
The offices of Lependorf & Silverstein have years of experience in dealing with the legal intricacies of 15-passenger van accidents in New Jersey. While our offices are in Princeton we have handled cases throughout the state. We can take calls from van accidents in Trenton, New Brunswick, Newark, Elizabeth and Camden, or anywhere in the state. Our New Jersey van accident lawyers offer free, no-obligation consultations with anyone concerned about a potential legal case.
A 15-passenger van accident lawsuit will be handled by a qualified attorney at our firm. We work for free in most cases until we successfully settle and then we are only paid a small preset amount of the award. These legal fees are always factored into any amount that we agree on with the other parties involved. If you or someone you love has been involved in a van accident in New Jersey, contact our law firm. We will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about your case.
If you or a loved one has suffered from a serious van accident injury in New Jersey, contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation.