If you are not able to work because of injuries that you suffered as a result of someone else’s negligence, New Jersey law allows you to recover your lost wages as part of your damages claim in a negligence lawsuit against that person. Your ability to collect those damages depends on your ability to show that your injuries prevent you …
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What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident in New Jersey?
Hit-and-run accidents are an unfortunate reality in New Jersey. Some drivers leave the scene of a crash without realizing they were in an accident. Others are concerned about the possibility of an arrest or civil liability for an accident they cannot afford because they can be fined up to $5,000 and spend up to 180 days in jail. However, you …
What should you do if you hit an animal in New Jersey?
If you hit an animal in New Jersey with your car, you should immediately stop. Then ascertain the extent of the animal’s injuries and report the accident to the nearest police station or the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. You are required to follow this course of action by the applicable New Jersey statute. If this has …
Costco Free and Clear Detergent Consumer Fraud Class Action Update
A class action suit against Costco Wholesale Corp filed by Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman and co-counsel will proceed with false advertising claims after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit reversed the lower court’s decision. Class Action Cites False Advertising The claims of consumer fraud in Eidelman v. Sun Prod. Corp. and Costco Wholesale Corp., No. 16-cv-3914 have …
Illuminate Education Data Breach Class Action Litigation
KANTROWITZ, GOLDHAMER & GRAIFMAN, P.C., have filed an action against Illuminate Education, Inc. (“Illuminate”) in the United States District Court Central District of California. Illuminate maintains a nationwide internet platform that stores and assesses data concerning students in grades K-12 on a contract basis to school districts, with access provided to educators, students and parents as an aid to educational …
Should I Keep a Personal Injury Diary After My Accident?
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 …
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 …