The first step after a car accident is to call 911 for help. The 911 operator dispatches law enforcement officers and emergency medical services to the accident scene. The officers investigate the cause of the crash and complete a police report. Obtaining a copy of the police report can help you when...
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5 Things You Can Do to Help Your Attorney Get the Best Outcome for Your Claim
Many factors impact the outcome of a personal injury claim, including the things that you do immediately after an accident and throughout your claim. Below are five things that you can do to help your New Jersey personal injury attorney to get the best outcome possible for...
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How Do Birth Injuries Occur?
Birth injuries are heartbreaking for parents. Everything may have gone well with the pregnancy, but without warning, their precious new baby may have sustained an injury during birth. Birth injuries occur for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the infant may suffer an injury for no other reason than...
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Seven Types of New Car Tech That Help Prevent Accidents
It seems that automakers announce new car technology every week. Some of the new car tech is purely for convenience and luxury, such as heated seats, automatic doors, and remote start. However, some of the technology is designed to reduce the risk of and prevent traffic accidents. An experienced
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Is an Autopsy Necessary in a Wrongful Death Case?
An autopsy is a detailed medical examination of a person’s body after that person has died. A physician or forensic pathologist specially trained to study abnormalities, diseases, and injuries examines the body externally and internally, including performing blood work and other diagnostic tests. The purpose of an autopsy is to confirm or...
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What You Need to Know About Insurance Adjusters for Car Accident Claims in New Jersey
When you are injured in a car accident that is not your fault, your first step in recovering compensation for your injuries and losses is typically to file a claim with the other driver’s insurance provider. The insurance company usually assigns an insurance adjuster to your case. The insurance adjuster investigates the...
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What Is the Timeline of a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
If a negligent or reckless doctor or health care provider caused your injury, you might be entitled to compensation under the New Jersey medical malpractice laws. However, it can take some time to resolve a medical malpractice case. While you are waiting to settle a medical practice claim, you may incur substantial...
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Top 7 Mistakes Plaintiffs Make in a Personal Injury Deposition
When you file a personal injury claim, you may be required to provide sworn testimony for the other party during a formal deposition. During the deposition, the attorney for the other party asks questions seeking additional information about the case and your claim. Because your answers are under oath, what you say...
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New Jersey Malpractice Laws – Everything You Need to Know
If a physician, medical facility, or other medical provided caused your injury, you might receive compensation for your damages by filing a medical malpractice claim. However, medical malpractice laws in New Jersey are complicated and difficult to understand. The requirements for holding a medical provider liable for malpractice can seem overwhelming. A...
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How Do You Start a Personal Injury Claim?
When another party injures you, you can seek compensation for your injuries and losses by filing a personal injury claim. In most cases, the personal injury claim is filed with the insurance provider for the party responsible for your injury. Even though you do not need to hire a
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