New Jersey Accident Litigation

While the term, accident litigation in New Jersey relates specifically to arguing accident cases in court, generally before a jury, it is often broadly interpreted as any action related to any actions taken between injury victims and those responsible for the action to achieve settlement of these cases. 

Understanding accident litigation in New Jersey

Depending on the specifics of their cases, injury victims may choose to pursue compensation through the following options:

• Insurance claims
• Out-of-court settlements
• Jury decisions in court

Insurance claims

When the expenses of injuries or other losses are relatively minor or easy to define, injury victims can often obtain full and fair settlement through an insurance claim.  But, while this option ensures the quickest resolution for cases, insurance adjustors are committed to paying the lowest possible settlement. 

To ensure a fair settlement, victims are advised to seek advice and support from an experienced New Jersey accident attorney who understands the way insurance claims are handled. A skilled accident attorney can negotiate to protect the rights of their clients and achieve the best possible resolution for each case.

Out-of-court settlements

Attorneys on both sides can agree to negotiate a settlement without requiring their clients to undergo a complex and lengthy court process.  Since this is a direct negotiation between both sides of the dispute, there is more latitude in determining the types of injuries and related expenses that can be reimbursed. 

In cases of significant injuries, an out-of-court settlement is likely to pay greater consideration for anticipated future expenses, such as long-term therapy or care.  The attorneys at the Law Office of Prince & Portnoi have an impressive track record achieving good results through out-of-court settlements for their clients.

Trial before a jury

When accident victims sustain serious injury, and particularly when their injuries result in long-term or even permanent disability, it makes sense to seek the awards granted in jury trials. 

The process is neither quick nor easy—in fact, it closely resembles the same process followed in criminal trials.  After filing suit, the process begins with jury selection.  Then both sides of the case are presented in court, requiring opening arguments, the presentation of evidence and witness testimonies, and closing arguments before the jury deliberates and reaches a verdict.  The experienced attorneys at the Law Office of Prince & Portnoi have the skills needed to take clients through every step of this difficult process.

Historically, juries tend to issue high awards to injury victims who have proved the liability of someone else.  In addition to awarding reimbursement for all medical and therapy expenses—past, present, and future—victims can collect for all related expenses, often including punitive damages.

Contact us for a free consultation

At our firm’s offices in Clark, New Jersey, our accident lawyers serve clients across the state, including Northern and Central Jersey communities such as East Brunswick, Hunterdon, Newark, Somerville, Rahway, Cranford, Scotch Plains, Clark, Westfield, Edison, New Brunswick, Elizabeth, Woodbridge, and Perth Amboy. Contact us for a free consultation about your claim.

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