Understanding Personal Injury Law in New Jersey
The NJ personal injury lawyers of Shebell & Shebell, L.L.C. in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, explain what legally constitutes personal injury to help people pursuing a claim better understand New Jersey injury law. Personal injury is the term that refers to both physical and non-physical injury or harm resulting from an accident, malicious intentional act or negligence. These incidents often involve motor vehicle accidents, unsafe work conditions, and medical facilities. The laws are in place to protect victim’s rights and assure recovery of certain damages to compensate the victim in ways that will help them regain a semblance of life as it was prior to the event that caused the injury.
Personal Injury Arbitration Statute in New Jersey
Arbitration laws are somewhat complicated and are a very good reason to retain the services of an experienced New Jersey personal injury lawyer. In civil personal injury cases in New Jersey, there are certain criteria that the court acts upon routinely. For example, if a civil case is put forward for under $20,000 excusive of costs, the matter will be referred to arbitration.
If the action brought forth is for an amount exceeding $20,000 excluding costs, but all parties consent in writing, then the court may refer the case to arbitration unless the judge considers the case to involve “novel legal or unduly complex factual issues” (New Jersey Statute 2A:23A-20).
Other issues affected by New Jersey personal injury arbitration include statute or limitation and tolling of said statutes and also the designation of arbitrators Auto Accident Liability Laws
New Jersey is one of only three states in the country that has adopted a “choice” approach to auto insurance. The consumer can choose a “no fault” policy or a “Tort policy.” New Jersey automobile owners and drivers can choose which type of coverage they prefer to carry. Understanding the ramifications of each type of coverage will better prepare the policy owner in the event that an accident occurs. New Jersey law does, however, set certain motor vehicle insurance liability limits that must be met to cover personal injuries and property damage.
Workplace Accident Laws in New Jersey
Workplace Safety & Workplace Injury or Wrongful Death
New Jersey has established laws addressing what constitutes a safe environment that must be maintained by employers in order to prevent accidents or health hazards. Protection and safeguard of individuals at work is the responsibility of the business or individual who acts as employer. New Jersey employers are accountable to State and Federal agencies as well as to a unique NJ Public Employees’ Occupational Safety and Health Act for New Jersey public employees.
If you have been injured on the job or are suffering from a condition due to an unsafe or hazardous situation at work, file an anonymous complaint and consult with one of our personal injury workers compensation attorneys. These and other laws pertaining to products liability, medical negligence, professional negligence and misconduct, construction accidents, nursing home negligence, dog bite cases and trip, slip and fall accidents all fall under the umbrella of personal injury. The laws are complex and the process can seem overwhelming. The professional and compassionate attention you will receive from Shebell & Shebell, L.L.C. while you pursue a lawsuit or claim will give confidence and peace of mind.
Contact the New Jersey Injury Law Firm Shebell & Shebell today at 877-209-9424, or complete our online form.
