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 …
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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 …
Can You Get PTSD from a Car Accident?
Not everyone is susceptible to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following a serious car accident. However, the fact remains that exposure to a traumatic event that threatens your life can cause PTSD symptoms that may last for months or years after the event. In fact, psychological symptoms may be more debilitating than physical injuries. At Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P. C., …
Can I Sue a Business if Their Employee Injured Me in a Car Accident in New Jersey?
A business may be directly or vicariously liable for injuries caused by a negligent employee. However, they would have to be performing tasks within the scope of their job when the accident occurred. If they negligently caused a car accident while working under the employer’s direction– individuals injured in the accident can sue the employer to recover their damages. At …
How Long Does a Personal Injury Case Take in New Jersey?
Several factors may influence how long a personal injury case takes in New Jersey. Some victims are fortunate to reach a fair settlement early in the process– in as little as one or two months. On the other hand, some individuals may agree to a settlement later in the process after several months– or take their case to trial because …
How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Case?
In Bergen County, if you are injured as a result of the wrongdoing or negligence of another person or entity, you may have grounds for a personal injury case. Read further to see if you have a case, or call us at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman P. C. for a free consultation. Since 1975, we have provided full-service, quality legal …
Can I Get Punitive Damages After a Car Accident in New Jersey?
New Jersey law allows punitive damages against parties who exhibit egregious or intentionally harmful behavior that justifies penalizing them. However, negligence in a car accident case rarely rises to this level of conduct. Therefore, in all likelihood, you will not be awarded punitive damages after your accident. Even without the possibility of recovering punitive damages in a personal injury lawsuit, …