You’ve likely heard the saying accidents happen. This saying indicates that there’s often not much you can do to completely prevent yourself from getting hurt under circumstances outside your direct control. According to state law, though, virtually every accident happens specifically because of misconduct by at least one person involved, and anyone who causes an injury to someone else through their own negligence may be financially liable for that injury’s consequences.
As any experienced attorney can tell you, filing a lawsuit over a personal injury is deceptively complicated and time-consuming. People who try to go through it without capable legal counsel on their side rarely end up with favorable case results. Fortunately, you have help available from a skilled Marlton personal injury lawyer who knows exactly how to handle your unique situation and can make sure you get paid what you deserve for your damages. In a past case, we won $10 million on behalf of a motorist who suffered catastrophic injuries after a crash caused by a truck driver.
Proving Someone Is At Fault for a Personal Injury
In the context of personal injury law, negligence has four parts that all have to be present for a lawsuit or settlement proposal to move forward:
- The person being sued owed a duty of care to the injured person suing them, which required them to act responsibly—for example, by following traffic laws and paying attention to nearby vehicles while driving
- The other person breached their duty of care by doing something reckless, careless, or illegal
- By breaching their duty of care, they directly caused an accident that likely wouldn’t have happened without their breach of duty
- That accident was the main and direct cause of the injuries that were severe enough to require some form of professional medical care
Part of what makes these sorts of claims complicated is the fact that exactly what counts as a breach of duty can change depending on the circumstances. An injured person that a court thinks was negligent may have a percentage of comparative fault assigned to them, which could lead to them missing out on some or all of the money they’d otherwise have been entitled to receive. Guidance from a well-known Marlton personal injury attorney can be vital to overcoming these and other possible roadblocks to recovery.
Getting Paid for All Available Damages
Fortunately, state law doesn’t put caps on the amount of money you can demand for specific losses you suffered, which means you can seek compensation for the full value of both economic and non-economic forms of harm like:
- Physical pain and discomfort
- Emotional anguish and suffering
- Loss of life’s pleasures
- Short-term and long-term medical expenses
- Lost work wages, benefits, and earning ability
- Personal property damage
The law does put some restrictions on punitive damages, but as a personal injury lawyer in Marlton can explain, these sorts of damages are only awarded in extremely rare situations involving especially negligent or intentionally malicious behavior by a defendant.
Contact a Marlton Personal Injury Attorney for Help
No one ever wants to get caught up in an accident that could’ve been prevented if everyone involved had been more careful. If you were injured by another’s negligence, you have a legal right to demand civil restitution that our legal professionals can help you take advantage of.
A Marlton personal injury lawyer from our team will be a steadfast ally from beginning to end of your legal proceedings. Call Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers today to discuss your potential claim.
Results Near Marlton
Examples of results our firm has obtained for injured people in and around Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties:
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different. See more case results.
Marlton Personal Injury FAQs
How long do I have to file an injury claim after an accident in Marlton?
In New Jersey you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit (N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2). Claims against a town, county or state agency require a notice of claim within 90 days, so it is best to call a lawyer right away.
Where would my Marlton injury case be filed?
Marlton cases are usually filed in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Burlington County, in Mount Holly. Some cases belong in federal court or in another county, and we file where your case is strongest.
What roads around Marlton see the most serious crashes?
Many of the crashes we handle in the Marlton area happen on Route 73, Route 70, I-295 and the New Jersey Turnpike. Truck traffic, high speeds and busy interchanges on these roads lead to serious injuries.
Does New Jersey’s verbal threshold affect my case?
Many New Jersey auto policies include the limitation on lawsuit option (often called the verbal threshold), which limits pain-and-suffering claims unless the injury is permanent or meets another listed category. We review your policy and medical records for free and explain what applies to you.
Can I still recover if I was partly at fault?
Yes, as long as your share of fault is not greater than the other party’s. New Jersey’s comparative negligence law (N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1) reduces your recovery by your share of fault.
Do I have to come to an office to hire a Marlton injury lawyer?
No. Our lawyers come to you at home, at work or in the hospital, and we can also meet by phone or video. Most clients never need to visit an office until their case is resolved.
How much does it cost to hire Ostroff Godshall?
Nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee: you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you, and the consultation is free, 24/7, at (484) 351-0350.
