Many attorneys recommend that you keep a personal injury diary after an accident. These diaries or journals could help you retain important details about your case. Personal injury lawsuits can take months or even years, so keeping a record of your injuries and recovery could be valuable. That said, it is important to remember that these diaries could be used …
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What Is a Soft Tissue Injury in a Car Accident?
A soft tissue injury is any injury that affects the soft tissue in your body versus the hard tissue and bones. These types of injuries include bruises, sprains, and muscle contusions. Soft tissue injuries can be just as debilitating as hard-tissue injuries, though they may be more difficult to diagnose and prove as part of a car accident lawsuit. If …
What Is No Fault Insurance in New Jersey?
New Jersey is one of twelve states that have no-fault car insurance laws under which the driver’s own insurance coverage reimburses his or her medical bills after an accident, regardless of who caused the accident. Most New Jersey drivers carry no fault personal injury protection (PIP) insurance that covers at least $15,000 of an injured party’s medical costs. Unlike all …
What Are Compensatory Damages in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
When you are injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you are entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit. This will allow you to recover the full amount of compensation that is necessary to repay all of the actual economic and non-economic losses you suffered. If you do file a lawsuit, your personal injury lawyer should assess all …
How Will I Get Paid After Settling My Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If you settle a personal injury lawsuit or are awarded damages by a court, it may take weeks or even months before you receive the settlement funds. If the other party chooses to appeal a court decision, the disbursement of funds could be delayed much longer. Having an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side can help you get the …
What Happens if I’m in an Accident in a Taxi?
Traffic in the New York metropolitan area is always dense, so it’s no surprise that the number of accidents is typically higher than in most other U.S. cities. Taxis and other for-hire car services comprise a major portion of New York traffic. If you are injured in a taxi collision, either as a passenger or in another vehicle, understanding the …
Is the Personal Injury Statute of Limitations Different for a Child?
In New York and New Jersey, the personal injury statute of limitations is different for a minor. Essentially, it is the deadline to file a lawsuit. Each claim will have its own deadline, as designated by state law. Under New York law, a minor has three years to file a personal injury lawsuit from the date of their eighteenth birthday. …
How Should I Prepare for My Consultation With a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Your initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer is important. It is your opportunity to ask any questions you have about your case as well as the legal system in general. In addition, during this time with an attorney, you will have the chance to gain valuable insight into what your case might be worth and what challenges you might …
How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, you have two years from the date of an accidental injury to file your lawsuit against the negligent parties. Apart from a few exceptions, if you wait more than that to file your personal injury claim, your lawsuit will be subject to dismissal. The attorneys at the New Jersey personal injury law firm of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & …
How Long Do You Have to Report a Car Accident in New Jersey?
There are many things to consider in the aftermath of a New Jersey car accident. First, you have to navigate insurance issues and medical care. In addition, in most cases, you also have a responsibility to notify the police. The failure to do so could result in serious consequences, including criminal charges and diminished personal injury recovery. At Kantrowitz, Goldhamer …