Getting in an accident in New Jersey that leaves you with injuries is stressful, but there are other things to think about in the aftermath of your accident. This is particularly true if you plan on working with a personal injury attorney on legal action to recover damages resulting from your injuries.
Delayed Injuries After an Accident – Never Say “I’m Fine”
When you are in an accident and go for medical treatment, there is the very real possibility that they will not be able to identify all of your injuries at that time. Some injuries, such as soft tissue injuries or broken bones, are relatively simple to identify and diagnose visually, or with...
After an Accident, Stay off Social Media – Here’s Why
For many people, a day without social media is like a day without sunshine. They simply would not know what to do if they did not post a photo of their pet or share a meme they thought was funny. When something significant happens in their lives, they tend to post pictures...
What to Do After a Rear-End Automobile Accident in New Jersey
If you get involved in a rear-end collision, you need to know how to protect your right to compensation from the at-fault party. A New Jersey personal injury attorney can negotiate directly with the claims adjuster on your behalf and answer your questions about what to do after a rear-end automobile...
Can I Get Emotional Damages From a Dog Bite?
The damages you can pursue after a dog attack will depend on the facts of your situation. If you suffered emotional harm because of the dog bite, you might be able to go after money damages for that harm. Getting bitten by someone else’s dog can be traumatizing, so many people experience...
What is Loss of Consortium?
If your spouse gets injured or killed, you can seek compensation for the loss of companionship and the loss of services caused by the injury or death. These money damages are in addition to the losses your spouse can seek to recover, like your spouse’s medical bills, lost wages, and pain and...
Top Causes of Highway Accidents in New Jersey
When having to navigate highways in our state, it might feel a bit like bumper cars sometimes. Knowing some of the things that lead to crashes can help one avoid collisions. When you observe some of these situations, you might be able to take evasive action.
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Damages That are Recoverable for a Slip and Fall Injury
If you got hurt in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident that was someone else’s fault, you might be able to pursue money damages from the party who caused your fall. These accidents can cause severe injury and lead to the loss of your mobility. Some people suffer fatal...
What Happens to Your Body in a Rollover Accident?
Rollover accidents have a higher fatality rate than many other types of collisions. Thankfully, rollovers do not happen as often as fender benders. What happens to your body in a rollover accident will depend on several factors, including whether you were wearing a seat belt at the time of the impact.
The Hangman’s Fracture: Breaking Your C2 Vertebrae
A bilateral C2 fracture, also called “the hangman’s fracture,” is usually fatal. This devastating injury can happen in car accidents, falls, and sports, as well as when people try to hang themselves. A C2 fracture can damage the spinal cord at a level that paralyzes the respiratory muscles and makes it impossible...