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 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 …
Four crucial steps in a wrongful death lawsuit
There are several crucial steps to any wrongful death lawsuit. They can vary, however, depending on the state where the lawsuit is filed. The most important difference between jurisdictions is the right to file suit in the first place. Unlike other jurisdictions, New York and New Jersey only allow the decedent’s personal representative to bring a wrongful death claim. No …
Top 7 Most Common Types of Wrongful Death Cases
When a person dies due to the negligence of another individual or entity, it could result in a viable wrongful death claim. This is a civil lawsuit that seeks monetary compensation from the party responsible for a preventable death. Pursuing these claims is never easy for the family of the deceased. The grieving process is hard enough without the challenges …
4 Key Wrongful Death Questions
After the untimely loss of a loved one, a wrongful death lawsuit can: Make public the negligence that caused your loved one’s death Provide much-needed compensation to meet financial obligations that the deceased person would have covered Provide a sense of closure The following are four questions we often receive about wrongful death lawsuits. What is wrongful death? A wrongful …
Top 5 Mistakes People Make in Wrongful Death Cases
The death of a loved one and the demands of settling the estate can stir up a great deal of raw emotion. Add to that the challenge of paying bills and making funeral and other arrangements, and surviving loved ones can feel understandably overwhelmed. At times like these, it is all too easy to act without thinking things through; however, …
In-Flight Injuries on Airplanes: Who Is Responsible?
People are injured every year due to events that happen during their flight. One of the most common causes of injury, for example, is a passenger being hurt by an overhead bin opening and the contents falling out. As airline travelers know, the contents of bins can be heavy luggage. Another frequent cause of injury is caused by food carts. …