How to file a personal injury claim in new jersey

After an accident, you may need to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey to receive compensation for your medical bills and property damage. Knowing how – and when – to file a personal injury claim can help you navigate the legal system and collect the funds you need for recovery.

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When to File a Personal Injury Case

If you were injured due to the negligence of someone else, you might decide to file a personal injury lawsuit. These are some of the most common personal injury cases our law firm handles:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Defective products
• Medical malpractice
• Premises liability
• Construction accidents

If you are injured, and someone else is to blame, then you may be eligible to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. While you want to focus on your recovery initially, you do want to keep New Jersey’s statute of limitations in mind. New Jersey only allows you to file a claim up to two years from the date the accident occurred. 

Steps to Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit

If you have decided to pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit, then you may want to take the following steps:

• Consult with a lawyer: Consulting with a lawyer can give you a lot of insight into the legal process. A lawyer can help you evaluate the details of your case, not only determining if you have a strong case.
• Begin collecting evidence: You will need to prove four important elements in a personal injury case: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. Collecting evidence, like your medical records and witness statements, can help determine and prove that negligence took place, in addition to other elements of the investigation conducted by the attorney. 
• Continue receiving all necessary medical care: Throughout the process, it is important to take care of yourself and continue receiving all medical care that is necessary to treat your injuries.
• Consider the value of your case: A lot of personal injury cases are settled without ever going to trial. Sometimes, however, it becomes necessary to fully litigate your case, meaning that a jury trial is required in order for you to be fully compensated.  At Team Law, our skilled and experienced trial attorneys will carefully prepare your case and be fully prepared to present your case to a jury should that become necessary in order for you to be properly compensated for your injuries and other damages.

There are many reasons to consider retaining a personal injury lawyer throughout this process. In addition to ensuring that you stay within New Jersey’s timeline, your lawyer will also protect your rights and ensure that you receive an amount that is fair. Your lawyer will also help identify the party at fault, which is a critical element of your case.

We understand the many losses that come with an injury. There is usually much more to consider than just your medical bills, especially if your injury prevents you from returning to work. The injuries can also lead to a loss of enjoyment of things that you once enjoyed. We believe that each of these losses should be compensated. 

We will fight to get you an amount that is fair, helping you move on from the accident. As a result, it is always a good idea to find out what legal options are available by consulting with a skilled and experienced Team Law personal injury attorney, who specializes in cases like yours.

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Contact A Clark Personal Injury Lawyer To Discuss Your Accident Case In New Jersey

Did you or a loved one sustain serious injuries due to someone else’s negligence in New Jersey? Don’t let the medical bills pile up while you wait for the negligent party or their insurance company to do the right thing. Right now, you need an aggressive personal injury attorney on your side, fighting to get you the compensation you need, want, and deserve. The skilled attorneys at Team Law represent clients in Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, and throughout New Jersey. Call (732) 540-1394 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation about your case. We have an office conveniently located at 136 Central Ave., Clark, NJ 07066, as well as offices in West New York, Perth Amboy, Edison, Summit, Newark, New Brunswick, Orange, Plainfield, and Jersey City.

The articles on this blog are for informative purposes only and are no substitute for legal advice or an attorney-client relationship. If you are seeking legal advice, please contact our law firm directly.