How Long Does It Take to Get Paid After a Settlement?
The initial consultation is when you and your car accident lawyer get to know each other. You need to decide whether to hire this particular attorney for your case. At the same time, you need to learn more about the legal process and what you may be facing. Here are some questions that you should […]
Can I Make a Personal Injury Claim Myself?
New Jersey law does not require you to retain a lawyer to pursue a personal injury claim, though it is in your best interest. Personal injury law is complicated, and dealing with insurance companies can be extremely difficult and frustrating. Most people who self-represent put themselves at a distinct disadvantage throughout the process, and the […]
Does a Personal Injury Claim Include Emotional Distress?
Suffering injuries after an accident can dramatically affect your quality of life. While physical injuries are most commonly associated with accidents, mental harm is also a common injury causing significant impact. Emotional distress refers to mental anguish or psychological trauma stemming from a traumatic accident or injury and is one of the most challenging conditions a person […]
How Much Is a Head Injury Claim Worth?
Head injuries are among the most severe effects of a car accident. These injuries result from some type of trauma, whether it is contact with a hard surface or your head snapping violently forward. If you have suffered a head injury, you could be eligible for significant financial compensation. You must meet your burden of […]
Who Is At Fault for a T-Bone Accident?
T-bone accidents are among the most dangerous types of crashes. They can cause serious injury to both drivers. For the front car, the accident is like a head-on crash, releasing a significant amount of force that can injure the driver. The other driver may be struck on the driver’s side of the car, where there is […]
Steps to Take After a Rideshare Accident in New Jersey
After a rideshare accident, what you do next can help determine your eligibility for financial compensation. You can do things that could put you in a stronger legal position. For example, hiring an attorney can help you maximize the value of your claim. Here are steps you should follow after being involved in a rideshare […]
Three Students and Two Adults Injured in School Bus Crash on the Garden State Parkway
Three students, a school aide, and a driver were injured after a school bus overturned on the Garden State Parkway in Barnegat Township, New Jersey. According to the Ocean County’s Sheriff’s Department, the accident occurred near mile marker 69.1 on Tuesday afternoon on the state’s major roadway. Officials said the crash happened when a school bus and a Lexus […]
Who Is At Fault in a Rear-End Accident?
Drivers are expected to act reasonably under the circumstances of the road. One of the hallmarks of defensive and safe driving is allowing a proper following distance between vehicles. Drivers should never tailgate or travel too close to the vehicle in front of them since it makes it difficult to stop in time to avoid a car […]
Who Is at Fault in an Uber Accident?
When people think of an Uber accident, they may assume that the Uber driver is automatically at fault for what happened. However, while Uber drivers are responsible for many accidents, they are not always liable for every crash. Determining who is to blame requires investigation. Uber accident injuries happen in several ways. You could be a passenger […]
New Jersey State Trooper Struck by Car, Flown to Hospital With Serious Injuries
A New Jersey State trooper was life-flighted to an area hospital with serious injuries after being struck by a car along the Atlantic City Expressway late Friday. The trooper and another officer were performing a routine traffic stop on the left shoulder of the freeway when one of their patrol cars was struck by another […]