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Understanding Personal Injury Law
Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.
In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.
Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.
Common Personal Injury Cases
- Car and truck accidents
- Slip and fall incidents
- Workplace injuries
- Defective products
- Dog bites
- Medical malpractice
Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.
When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.
How the Legal Process Works
- Initial consultation and case evaluation
- Investigation and evidence gathering
- Insurance negotiations
- Filing a lawsuit if necessary
- Settlement or trial
Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a personal injury lawyer do?
Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.
How long do personal injury cases take?
Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.
What compensation can victims recover?
Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.
Do most cases go to trial?
Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.
When should I hire a lawyer?
It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.
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Peter Michael is the Founding Partner at Peter Michael Law, LLC., who focuses his practice primarily on Personal Injury litigation, Criminal Defense, and Traffic & Municipal Court matters.. Mr. Michael strives in his practice to provide vigorous and efficient representation tailored to each client’s particular needs and goals. Prior to forming Beralo and Michael, Mr. Michael worked extensively on various civil litigation matters, including Landlord-Tenant issues, commercial litigation, and workers compensation matters for two mid-size New Jersey Law Firms. Mr. Michael appears regularly within the Superior Court and Municipal Court within Jersey City, Hudson County, and all of North and Central, New Jersey.. Mr. Michael has previously severed on the Rutgers Community & Transactional Lawyering Clinic, where he incorporated various non-profit corporations, including advising and representing the Clinics second ever filing of a B-Corporation.. Mr. Michael earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science with a minor in Economics from Rutgers University – Newark in 2014, and his Juris Doctorate from Rutgers Law School in 2017. He is also an active member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Essex County Bar Association.
Keith T. Bostwick is an associate in the Newark office of Lewis Brisbois and a member of the General Liability Practice.While attending law school at Rutgers School of Law—Newark, Keith served as a two-term Judicial Intern to The Honorable Bonnie J. Mizdol, A.J.S.C. in Bergen County, New Jersey. Upon his graduation from law school, Keith served as the Judicial Law Clerk to The Honorable Alvaro L. Iglesias, J.S.C. (Ret.) in Hudson County, New Jersey. As Judge Iglesias’ Judicial Law Clerk, Keith worked in one of the busiest dockets in one of New Jersey’s busiest counties, handling matters from filing to disposition. During his clerkship, Keith also became certified as a New Jersey mediator and conducted mediation conferences between litigants to facilitate settlement.Following his clerkship, Keith joined an Essex County boutique firm before working as an in-house trial attorney for New Jersey’s largest auto insurer. There, Keith managed a heavy caseload comprised of automobile, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents; and regularly litigated first-party claims arising out of uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) motorist coverage. While working in house, Keith handled all facets of litigation—from intake to opinion. Keith has tried numerous jury trials to verdict with an overwhelming success rate for his clients.
I joined Jacoby and Meyers in 1991. I am proud to say I've resolved hundreds of cases for the firm, and remain passionate about client service.. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, boating, and spending time with family.
As a Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the State Bar of New Jersey and the National Board of Trial Advocacy, our firm's founding attorney Francis X. Dorrity heads up a father and daughter legal team that successfully advocates for the rights of those injured by the conduct of individuals, businesses or government employees.
William Ferro. Personal Injury • Car Accidents • Work-Related Accidents • Slip & Fall • Truck Accidents • Experienced Litigation Attorney. A founder of the firm now known as Ferro, Kuba, Mangano, P.C., Bill Ferro serves as the firm’s managing partner. In this role, he coordinates a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff all working towards the common goal of making FKM the gold standard for New York law firms.. Ferro began his career as a criminal defense attorney where he handled myriad high profile criminal matters, civil rights, civil rights violations and cases involving police brutality. He later started a personal injury practice, which immediately grew in to one of the most successful in the industry. Today the firm’s Personal Injury department handles upwards of 1,000 cases per year with outstanding results. For the past ten years the Personal Injury department has focused on connecting Spanish-speaking clients to FKM. The increase in Hispanic clientele drew Ferro’s attention to the needs of New York’s under-served Latino community. As a result, the firm has expanded its philanthropic efforts to include providing school supplies to the community, food drives throughout the year, donating to children’s hospitals and an annual event where the FKMS office is transformed into a toy store for approximately 50 families.. In 2010 the firm opened its first community based Law Center in Brentwood, Long Island and followed, in 2012, with a location in Jackson Heights, Queens. The firm also has three Spanish language radio programs on both Long Island and in New York City.. Ferro is a graduate of Brooklyn Law School and currently lives in Long Island where he serves as President of the Jericho School District Board of Education. He has been named a New York State Super Lawyer five times. Due in large part to the Firm’s involvement in the Latino community, Ferro was named one of Long Island’s Most Influential People of 2010 by Long Island Business News.. ***********. William Ferro. Si No Ganamos, No Cobramos • Mas de $700,000,000 en casos ganados para nuestros clientes * Hablamos Español e Inglés * Consulta GRATIS y Confidencial * No importa Tu Estado Migratorio. Servimos las Areas de: Islip, Hempstead, Brentwood, Hauppauge, Sag Harbor, Hampton Bays, Jackson Heights, Jamaica, New York, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, y los Condados de Suffolk, Nassau, Kings, Queens, Bronx, New York, entre otras localidades del estado de Nueva York.. Uno de los socios fundadores del bufete jurídico ahora conocido como Liga De Justicia Abogados (establecida en 1989), William V. Ferro ha litigado exitosamente innumerables casos. Como socio fundador de Liga de Justicia, el abogado Ferro lidera el departamento de Accidentes y Lesiones Personales y coordina un equipo de abogados, paralegales y asistentes legales en pos del objetivo común de ofrecer la máxima calidad en representación legal.. Siempre comprometido a preservar y defender los derechos de los accidentados y heridos, Ferro participa activamente en la constante batalla contra reformas a la responsabilidad civil.. Ferro comenzó su carrera como abogado en la división de Defensa Penal de la Sociedad de Ayuda Legal y todavía mantiene una práctica criminal que incluye muchos casos de gran notoriedad.. Egresado de Facultad de Derecho de Brooklyn, el abogado Ferro es miembro de la American Trial Lawyers Association, New York State Trial Lawyers Association y es voluntario de Atención Abogados asistencia a las víctimas de los ataques terroristas del 11 de septiembre.
Jared Glugeth is a partner and founder of Glugeth & Pierguidi, P.C. and a licensed attorney in both New York and New Jersey. Mr. Glugeth is one of the firm’s Trial Attorneys and handles a wide variety of personal injury cases including construction accidents, motor vehicle, and general negligence. He also has extensive experience in litagating motorcycle accident cases.. Mr. Glugeth began his career over a decade ago at a prominent New York City personal injury firm. During his career there he handled thousands of cases, trying multiple cases to verdict, including multiple six figure verdicts, and multimillion dollar settlements on behalf of his clients.. Most recently, Mr. Glugeth resolved a construction accident case for $5.75 Million Dollars. The case involved a makeshift hoist that failed while hoisting an AC unit. The hoist chain wrapped around the workers arm causing catastrophic injuries. Other cases over the past several years have included motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, premises liability and other complex cases, resulting in millions of dollars of settlements and verdicts for his clients.. Notable Personal Injury Cases Mr. Glugeth Has Won For His Clients:. Mr. Glugeth’s achievements over the past years lead to his selection to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars List. This honor is bestowed on only 2.5% of attorneys. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This selection process includes independent research, peer nomination and peer evaluations.. “I have devoted my career to helping seriously injured people throughout New York and New Jersey. There is nothing more satisfying than knowing you have helped someone in their time of need. To be recognized by my peers for the hard work, dedication and results I have achieved on behalf of my client’s is truly in honor.”. Mr. Glugeth believes in being a strong advocate for his clients at every stage of the litigation process. Whether in court or negotiating a case, he is always determined to get the best possible result for his clients. One of the things that has helped him achieve excellent results for his clients is the understanding that the practice of personal injury law is about the clients.. “The most important thing I have learned during my practice of law is that personal injury is about the clients. When clients come to you they are in search of counsel. They have been seriously injured and have no one else to turn to. No matter where that person is from or what language they speak, they are hurt and need help. Always treat your clients with compassion and respect, and appreciate that they are going through a very stressful time in their life.”. Jared graduated from Touro College’s Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. While at Touro, he received awards in excellence in both Oral Advocacy and Remedies. He volunteered his time at the Law School’s Pro Bono clinic. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Montclair State University, where he graduated cum laude. He was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha the National Political Science Honor Society.. Jared currently lives in Hoboken, New Jersey with his wife and son. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys playing basketball and snowboarding.
John Allegra, Esq., founder of The Law Offices of John Allegra, LLC, has been fighting for the rights of accident and serious injury victims for 35 years. His experience, including a Judicial Clerkship in Ocean County (1988–1989), allows him to handle complex cases with skill and precision. Under his leadership, the firm stands by the promise: “We Never Settle for Less.” Mr. Allegra has built a dedicated team of Legal Secretaries and Paralegals who share his commitment to treating every client’s case as a priority. Unlike large firms, his team collaborates on every case, ensuring clients always speak to someone familiar with their matter—never an answering service. Known for his accessibility, Mr. Allegra provides his personal cell phone number on the firm’s website, advertisements, and business cards, making himself available 24/7. With offices in Hudson and Monmouth Counties, he represents clients statewide, delivering trusted advocacy with a personal touch.
Born and raised in New Jersey, attorney Todd J. Leonard has dedicated a good portion of his life helping injury victims and their families obtain large settlements and verdicts. Since being admitted to the New Jersey bar in 1988, Todd has successfully handled a number of cases, including traumatic brain injuries, wrongful deaths, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, and more. His hard work and dedication to his clients has even caught the eye of several distinguished institutions as he has been listed as one of New Jersey's Super Lawyers every year since 2011. In addition, he has also been named as one of the "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" for Civil Litigation by the National Trial Lawyers every year since 2013. If you are in need of a personal injury lawyer who will fight relentlessly to obtain you the results you need, contact Todd today for a free consultation at.
Chip is admitted to practice law in the states of New Jersey and California as well as the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. His education background is Wayne Valley High School, Quinnipiac University, and Thomas Jefferson School of Law.. While attending the Thomas Jefferson School of law, Chip was a lead attorney in a number of mock trial competitions. He received the Jefferson Medal for his outstanding performance in the study of International Environmental Law while attending Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, China.. Prior to working at Dunne & Associates LLC, Chip was a Law Clerk to the Honorable Kevin G. Callahan, J.S.C., in the Criminal Division of the Hudson County Vicinage of the New Jersey Superior Court. He is a member of the American Bar Association, American Association for Justice, New Jersey Association, California Bar Association, and Hudson County Bar Association.. Chip handles cases involving personal injury, criminal defense and family litigation. He has recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars for his clients and been recognized in Who's Who in American Law, National Association of Trial Lawyers - Top 100 and National Association of Personal Injury Attorneys - Top 10.
Richard A. Reinartz is an accomplished trial attorney who has dedicated his career to protecting the rights of injured individuals and helping them obtain the maximum possible compensation for their injuries.. Prior to opening The Reinartz Law Firm, Richard worked for over a decade as a trial attorney at two of the largest and most prominent law firms in the United States. In that capacity, he represented injured individuals in personal injury matters, as well as insurance companies and Fortune 500 corporations in complex business disputes. Having represented both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes multi-party litigation, Richard possesses a unique perspective of the litigation process. He knows firsthand how insurance companies and large corporations defend against claims brought by injured individuals, and is able to use this information to navigate the complexities of the litigation process and position cases for maximum possible recovery, whether at trial or by way of pre-trial settlement. For business clients, Richard is able to identify relevant issues at the outset of a dispute and provide cost-effective, solution-oriented legal services.Richard has been chosen for inclusion in Super Lawyers - an independent listing of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This distinction is conferred on only 2.5% of all licensed attorneys in the state. In addition, the New Jersey Supreme Court has appointed Richard to serve on its District V-A (Newark/Essex) Ethics Committee based on his track record of integrity and ethical lawyering. Richard also serves on various state bar committees by appointment of the President of the New Jersey State Bar Association.In addition to the above distinctions, giving back to the community has been rewarding for Richard. He has provided pro bono legal services to the Newark Reentry Legal Services organization, which helps individuals with criminal records address civil legal matters that present barriers to successful community reintegration. He has also provided pro bono legal services to the "Wills for Heroes" program, which provides trust and estate planning services completely free-of-charge to a variety of first responders, emergency medical technicians, and police and fire department personnel and their families.Richard is licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York, in addition to various federal trial and appellate courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States. He is personally involved in the day-to-day handling of all cases handled by The Reinartz Law Firm, ensuring continuity of attorney work product and a comprehensive understanding of the facts, procedural history, and strategies unique to each case.
Nationwide Product Liability & Personal Injury Law Firm. At the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, we have more than two decades of experience in product liability, life insurance and personal injury cases across the United States. As a Florida Car Accident & Personal Injury Attorney, Jason Turchin is a proud member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum List. Experience may be important to you in selecting the best personal injury attorney for your case. Jason Turchin has handled over 6,500 accident and injury claims in Florida and acros the US. Our team of attorneys is dedicated to fighting for the compensation you deserve in various personal injury cases.. Comprehensive Personal Injury Representation in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and Weston. Attorney Jason Turchin focuses on providing assistance to victims in accident, injury, and wrongful death claims, including:. Our firm regularly handles personal injury cases, such as car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, products liability, and other cases involving personal injuries.. National Life Insurance Lawyers. Our attorneys have handled hundreds of life insurance claims and life insurance lawsuits involving various claim issues. These include a life insurance claim denied for material misrepresentation, last minute beneficiary changes, policy exclusion questions, policy cancellation for non-payment, life insurance interpleader lawsuits, Slayer Statute claims, life insurance ERISA claims, and more.. National Pressure Cooker Lawyers. If you need to file a pressure cooker lawsuit, our product liability attorneys have many years of experience litigating pressure cooker claims against many major brands, including Sunbeam's Crockpot Multicooker, Tristar's Power Pressure Cooker, Gourmia, Bella, Sensio, Maxi-Matic, SharkNinja and many others.. Florida Personal Injury & Product Liability Experience. As a Florida personal injury attorney, Jason Turchin has managed numerous jury trials and settlements related to negligence and insurance issues, including car and bicycle accidents, wrongful death, defective pressure cookers, airbag shrapnel injury claims, premises liability, and slip and fall cases. Jason also represents clients injured at Florida's major theme parks, such as Disney World and Universal Studios.. No Recovery, No Fee Guarantee. Our personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Jason Turchin work on a contingency fee basis. This means that if you don't recover money on your case, we waive all fees and costs. Our contingency fee cases include car accident claims, life insurance claims, product liability claims, wrongful death cases, truck accidents, theme park injuries, cruise ship passenger claims, and more.. Over Two Decades Of Personal Injury Experience. Jason Turchin has handled over 6,500 personal injury claims for victims allegedly injured by negligent drivers or businesses. He has handled numerous high-profile cases throughout the United States, including those involving defective Takata airbags, Tristar pressure cooker injuries, Sunbeam pressure cooker lawsuits, and many others.
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