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Car accidents happen frequently throughout Bergen County, where busy highways intersect with local roads in towns such as Paramus, Hackensack, and Fort Lee. The State of New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety posts that Bergen County had 673 fatal crashes from 2006 through 2026. Throughout our state, the majority of these incidents are read more

Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. is pleased to announce that Joseph C. Stimmel, Esq. has been selected to the 2026 New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars list in recognition of his work in personal injury and civil litigation. Mr. Stimmel concentrates his practice on personal injury, employment law, and civil and commercial litigation in New Jersey read more

Driving through Bergen County means sharing the road with thousands of other motorists every day. The mix of residential streets, commercial corridors, and highway interchanges creates challenging conditions that lead to frequent accidents. Whether you are commuting to work, running errands, or traveling to visit family, knowing which roads pose the read more

The U.S. rideshare market was valued at USD 28.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9% through 2034, according to Global Market Insights. Uber and Lyft vehicles are a constant presence in Bergen County, from Paramus Park Mall to Secaucus Junction to late-night trips into read more

Driving alongside massive commercial trucks can feel intimidating, especially on New Jersey’s busiest highways. These roadways see thousands of vehicles daily, including large trucks hauling goods across state lines. When these vehicles collide with passenger cars, the results can be devastating. Families can face medical bills, lost wages, and read more

Shopping malls in Bergen County draw millions of visitors each year, and the Garden State Plaza in Paramus and the Bergen Town Center in Paramus are among the busiest retail destinations in New Jersey. While most shoppers arrive looking for a good deal or a meal at the food court, some leave with far more read more

Landmark verdict could have wide-reaching implications for ride share industry HACKENSACK, N.J., Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A jury has awarded former New York Rangers player Brandon Crawley $19 million following a lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc. Crawley sued the ride share company after sustaining career-ending injuries when his Uber read more

What to Do After a Tractor-Trailer Accident in New Jersey Tractor-trailer crashes on New Jersey’s congested highways, such as I-95 or the Turnpike, can cause catastrophic injuries and complex legal battles. Settlements for these accidents often exceed $1 million due to the involvement of multiple liable parties and severe damage. In 2025, New Jersey’s read more