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Thursday, January 31, 2013

50 Porsches Among Sandy-Damaged Vehicles

NJ Motor Vehicle Commission, Division of Consumer Affairs launch database of vehicles damaged by the storm.

More than 50 Porsches, five Rolls Royces and three Ferraris are among the thousands of flood-damaged and salvaged vehicles collected in a new database in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and Division of Consumer Affairs has announced a partnership designed to help the public determine whether they are unknowingly purchasing a vehicle damaged by the storm. According to a release from the Attorney General's Office, there was a 6,000 percent spike in flood-damaged and salvage vehicle titles throughout the past three months, following the storm. According to state law, if a vehicle has suffered such damage that it is not practical to repair or it has been declared a loss by the insurer, the owner of …

Monday, January 28, 2013

State Officials Offer Tips for a Safe Super Bowl Sunday

Officials say the goal is zero deaths this weekend.

Just in time for Super Bowl weekend, traffic safety, law enforcement and alcohol control officials are urging New Jerseyans to be responsible during and after the big game festivities on Sunday. Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa said that people should under no circumstances get behind the wheel if they’ve been drinking. Instead, they should plan ahead. “Many fans will be attending parties at friends’ homes, bars and local restaurants,” Chiesa said. “If your Super Bowl celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead and make sure you have a designated driver. Just taking that simple action will ensure you won’t be putting your life, or the lives of other motorists, in danger.” Chiesa said the dangers on Sunday are akin to those on New Year’s Eve…

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