In personal injury claims, there are several categories of damages that claimants may pursue. While it’s easy to focus on the economic losses (things like medical bills and lost wages) related to an injury, physical and emotional costs are just as serious. As a result, these damages, commonly known as pain and suffering, play an essential role in your...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be wondering if you can sue for damages. In New Jersey, the answer is yes – but there are some things to keep in mind. Read on to learn more about how to file a personal injury lawsuit after a car accident. The process of filing a personal injury...
Continue ReadingIf you get into a car accident in New Jersey, you should know that NJ is a no-fault state. NJ law requires you to carry personal injury protection (PIP). Your first source of recovery is to file a claim under your PIP. However, PIP coverage doesn’t reimburse for anything beyond a portion of your medical expenses. You can purchase...
Continue ReadingNew Jersey is a no-fault state, meaning drivers must carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. With PIP coverage, you first make a claim under your own policy for medical bills, regardless of fault. In accidents with severe injuries, you might be able to step outside the no-fault system, opening the door to additional compensation. But what about lost wages?...
Continue ReadingCalculating the potential value of a slip and fall settlement is often a daunting task. Some people turn to averages published by different sources, while others simply try to calculate them on their own. Realistically, all cases have their own unique circumstances, which means that an average may not be the best indicator of your case’s value. How do...
Continue ReadingWhen you sustain injuries in a New Jersey car accident, you could have the right to pursue a claim outside of your PIP coverage. Understandably, prospective clients want to know the average settlement for a car accident. However, there is no specific amount or range because every plaintiff’s accident circumstances are unique. If you want to learn more about...
Continue ReadingAfter being injured in a drunk driving accident, it’s common for claimants to wonder what their settlement is worth. While many sources claim to provide the average settlement for a drunk driving accident, these figures are often misleading. How do you calculate the value of a claim? Here are a few reasons why you shouldn’t rely on online averages....
Continue ReadingAlthough standard car accidents are traumatic enough on their own, those involving a drunk driver are even more damaging. The recklessness of a drunk driver not only results in more serious crashes but also catches people off-guard. We know people drive drunk, but there is little you can do to foresee the erratic behavior of an intoxicated driver. If...
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