New Jersey Auto Accident Lawyers
Car Accidents in New Jersey
Cars, trucks, SUVs and motorcycles are an essential part of life in New Jersey and the United States, making it possible to go about our lives quickly and conveniently. But unfortunately, they can also be very dangerous. In fact, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that auto accidents are the leading cause of death overall for Americans ages 4 through 34, and are consistently the leading cause of accidental death. They're also the leading cause of spinal injuries and a major cause of traumatic brain injuries, severe burns, amputations and other catastrophic, life-changing disabilities. Even those who aren't seriously injured may face months of recovery, as well as lost wages from missed work and high repair and medical bills.
If you've been hurt in a car crash, you know it doesn't necessarily end there. Medical care is extremely expensive, especially if you're seriously hurt. People who need surgeries, long-term therapy or help with daily living can expect thousands or even millions of dollars in medical bills. Without insurance, those bills can pile up overwhelmingly fast, sometimes leading to bankruptcy. And unfortunately, insurance companies don't always play fair. When you have trouble with an auto insurance company -- or were hit by a driver without insurance -- you may feel victimized a second time by bureaucracy, unfair denial of claims or the other driver's irresponsibility.
If you're having these types of problems after a car accident caused by another driver, you have rights. These include the right to sue the other driver for compensation for the injuries -- physical, financial and emotional -- caused by his or her careless driving. Under New Jersey law, all of us owe other drivers a duty to take basic care when we're on the road. Drivers who fail to take reasonable care are called negligent by the law, and they're legally liable for the results of their actions. You can sue for the costs of damage to your vehicle and other property; wages you lost or will lose because of your injury; a wrongful death; and for compensation for a permanent disability, a serious injury, and your physical and emotional pain and suffering. In cases where the other driver was deliberately or extremely irresponsible, you may be able to recover punitive damages -- payments designed to punish wrongdoers.
If you're considering filing a New Jersey auto accident lawsuit, call Lependorf & Silverstein as soon as possible. Based in Princeton, our firm has worked with seriously injured accident victims for more than 15 years. We're proud to be able to say that we've won millions of dollars for clients injured by motor vehicle accidents, including $2.5 million for a driver injured by a truck driver making a careless lane change. We understand New Jersey accident law, and we understand what our injured clients are going through. That's one reason why we work for contingency fees -- which means we don't take legal fees until we win your case. And we always offer free consultations for potential clients.
If you or someone you care about was seriously hurt in a car accident in New Jersey, contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free evaluation of your case.
