When you get injured in Hoboken, you need legal representation that knows how to get you the compensation you need. For decades, our lawyers have helped countless clients with various claims.
No matter how complex your accident or the injuries you sustained, our team can help you get justice and coverage for your many losses. From vehicle accident lawsuits involving serious injuries, commercial trucks, and injured pedestrians to wrongful death claims, our team has recovered millions in compensation for victims. We will guide you throughout your case, getting you the support you need and preparing you when you need to speak to the insurance company or testify in court. Our attorneys can collect evidence while you recover from your injuries and ensure that any party that contributed to your accident is sued.
For a free case evaluation with our experienced personal injury lawyers, call Agrapidis & Maroules, P.C., today at (201) 777-1111.
Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits We Help People File in Hoboken, NJ
Personal injury law is a vast field that includes many different types of claims. Some lawsuits are rather routine and have a typical process, while others are complex and difficult to win without the guidance of a knowledgeable legal firm. Fortunately, with over a century of collective experience, our personal injury lawyers can help you recover compensation regardless of your accident. We can explain the best strategies to use in your case and how to overcome any issue that could present challenges. Below are some of the types of lawsuits we commonly file in Hoboken:
Car Accident Lawsuits
Car accidents are arguably the most common reason for filing a personal injury claim. Considering its proximity to New York City, Newark, and other congested areas of New Jersey, Hoboken has no shortage of car accidents. However, recovering compensation can be confusing to those unfamiliar with the state’s insurance rules. Many are surprised to learn that they might not have an unlimited right to sue if they are injured by a negligent driver.
“No-fault” insurance procedures are used for car crash claims in NJ. This type of insurance allows victims to get coverage for some of their medical expenses and lost income from their own insurance provider without having to prove fault. Unfortunately, unless an exception applies, you are barred from filing a lawsuit to recover non-economic damages.
One exception is to have an insurance policy that gives you an unlimited right to sue, according to N.J.S.A. § 39:6A-8(b). The other exception is to have suffered serious injuries in the crash, as defined under § 39:6A-8(a). If you sustain serious injuries, it does not matter which type of insurance you carry, and you will be permitted to pursue all of the damages you have incurred.
Motorcycle Accident Lawsuits
Motorcycle accidents are also common on the busy roads of Hoboken and its portion of the NJ Turnpike. Fortunately, the intricate insurance rules that govern victims’ right to file a lawsuit discussed above are not an issue after a motorcycle accident. You can go directly to filing your claim in court.
The real issue in fighting a motorcycle accident case is fault. Many defense attorneys and insurance companies will jump at any opportunity to place some of the blame on a rider for the accident. Fortunately, you will not be barred from recovering compensation so long as your share of the fault is not more than the defendant’s, according to N.J.S.A. § 2A:15-5.1. Any damages you can still recover will be reduced by your percentage of liability.
Thus, you should ensure that you ride safely on every trip. § 39:3-76.7 requires all motorcyclists to wear a helmet, as well as wear goggles or have a windshield, according to § 39:3-76.8 and § 39:3-76.9. If your negligence is found to have contributed more to the accident than the other driver, you will not be able to recover compensation.
Truck Accident Lawsuits
Our team is also skilled at unraveling the complexities of a truck accident. These lawsuits tend to be much more difficult as the cause of the accident and determining who to sue is not always immediately apparent. If you are unable to file a lawsuit because of the no-fault insurance rules, we can help you explore any commercial insurance options the driver or the trucking company that employs them has.
When you file a lawsuit, you can typically sue the trucker and trucking company as if they were one defendant. The rule of respondeat superior makes most employers liable for the negligent acts of their employees if the accident was caused within the scope of their job duties.
Pedestrian Accident Lawsuits
If you are injured while walking about Hoboken, you might not be aware that your auto insurance will cover you if you are hit. Further, a household member’s insurance will also cover you if you do not have insurance of your own.
If you need to file a lawsuit, one of the two exceptions for car accident claims described above must apply. However, you can go straight to filing a lawsuit if you have no car insurance to claim.
Depending on where your accident happened, like a NJ Transit train or bus station, we might be able to get surveillance footage of your accident. Getting a pedestrian accident claim started quickly is important to preserve this kind of evidence.
Premises Liability Lawsuits
If you slipped and fell or otherwise injured yourself on another person’s property, we can help you file a premises liability claim. Perhaps you tripped on a faulty step while walking up the stairs to the train platform or slipped because a store did not put out a wet floor sign.
Many premises liability claims are against local or state government agencies. Unfortunately, government employees typically cannot be sued for negligence because of “sovereign immunity.” However, you can file a claim against the public agency that is responsible for the safety of the premises, according to § 59:2-2.
Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Our team can also provide support when a loved one is lost because of another person’s actions. In a wrongful death claim, close family members are entitled to a wide range of damages. Some of the damages are for the family’s pecuniary losses and are paid directly to them, as per § 2A:31-4. Other damages will be for what the deceased could have claimed in a lawsuit had they survived the accident, according to § 2A:15-3(a)(1). These damages would be distributed according to the deceased’s will or the state intestacy laws if there was no will.
Call Our Hoboken, NJ Personal Injury Attorneys for Help Today
Contact our personal injury attorneys at Agrapidis & Maroules, P.C., by calling (201) 777-1111 and get your free case review today.