New Jersey Personal Injury Law 101: When Neglect or Carelessness Causes Pain & Suffering
More than 130,000 personal injury cases are filed in New Jersey each year, but you probably don't think too much about premise liability, injury accidents, or workplace incidents unless you, a family member, or a friend is involved in one.
Then, the learning curve can be overwhelming if you are seriously injured, as you're considering legal action while juggling medical appointments, missed work, paperwork, and all your daily responsibilities. Thankfully, the experienced New Jersey personal injury attorneys at Levinson Axelrod have 85 years of institutional knowledge they use to secure the compensation their clients deserve.
Levinson Axelrod attorneys also break down the process in an easy-to-understand way. You can find their comprehensive personal injury case guide online, but we'll share the highlights:
- It's important to hire a trusted personal injury attorney, as the legal process includes complicated procedures, strict guidelines, and several nuances. Levinson Axelrod's team will gather evidence, build a strong case, and advocate on your behalf in and out of court so you can focus on recovery.
- Potential evidence includes police and incident reports, doctor notes, photographs or videos of the accident scene and injuries, witness statements, and personal journals of pain, limitations, and daily impact.
- Most personal injury cases must be filed within two years of the injury, and the complaint will clearly detail what happened, who is responsible for your injuries, and how negligence caused your injuries.
- After the complaint is filed, both sides exchange information in a process called discovery. It could include documents, depositions, witness preparation, and more. Discovery allows attorneys to refine their cases and look for weaknesses in the opponents' cases. It also allows for settlement negotiations.
- If both parties agree to a fair settlement, you don't have to worry about a trial. If they don't, the case will go to a trial, where your attorney will ensure all procedural and evidence rules are followed while presenting the evidence collected in earlier phases of the case. Even after a verdict, your attorney will handle any appeals, efforts to enforce the verdict, and general assistance you need. They ensure your case continues to progress appropriately.
In short, Levinson Axelrod provides legal strength when you need it most. If you or a loved one has been injured because of someone else's actions, schedule a free consultation at njlawyers.com or by calling (732) 702-3124.
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