Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the United States. The roads in New Jersey are some of the most congested in the country. With so many cars on the road, it is no surprise that car accidents are a common occurrence in New Jersey and claim the lives of hundreds of people every year and injure thousands more. If you have been involved in a car accident, you may wonder what your next steps should be. The first thing you should do is seek medical attention, even if you do not think you have been seriously injured. Some injuries, such as whiplash, may not be immediately apparent. Once you have been seen by a medical professional, you should contact an experienced New Jersey car accident lawyer.