New Jersey Injury Law Blog

BY COREY DIETZ “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On December 10, 2016, a young father-to-be was driving home from his work holiday party to his expectant fiancé. He was on Interstate 280 in West Orange, New Jersey, in the early morning… Read more »

BY DANIEL LEONE On January 18, 2022, Governor Murphy signed into law the New Jersey Insurance Fair Conduct Act (“Act”). The Act allows our clients to make insurance bad faith claims in the handling and payment of claims for uninsured/underinsured (“UM/UIM”) benefits. Under the Act, a claimant has a right to sue their insurance companies… Read more »

BY JEREMY HYLTON We all know the frustration of shopping around for insurance for the best quote. So much so, that it became part of Progressive’s schtick to show you quotes between all major insurers. The goal is simple, which is to blind you with the shiny, bright lights of cheaper premiums. Do not be… Read more »

The Outcome Defeats New Jersey Supreme Court’s Newly Adopted “Ongoing Storm” Doctrine BY EDWARD CAPOZZI, ESQ. Brach Eichler Personal Injury Chair Edward Capozzi and Associate Jeremy Hylton were able to settle a slip and fall on ice that occurred in Atlantic City for $3.6 million dollars after narrowly escaping a summary judgment motion regarding an… Read more »

If you get in a car accident, the most important things to do are: Check for injuries: The safety of you and any passengers should be your first priority. If anyone is injured, call 911 or your local emergency number for medical assistance. Get to a safe place: If the accident is minor and your… Read more »

It is generally a good idea to call a personal injury attorney if you have been injured in an accident and you believe that someone else was at fault. An attorney can help you understand your legal rights and options and can advise you on the best course of action to take. There are several… Read more »

If you were injured at work, it is important to take the following steps: Seek medical attention if necessary. If your injury is serious or requires immediate attention, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If your injury is not serious, you should still inform your employer and seek medical attention as soon… Read more »

Mediation is a popular dispute resolution method that is sometimes used in personal injury cases. It’s an attractive option because it can be less costly and time-consuming than going to trial. However, there are some situations where mediation may not be the best choice for a personal injury case. This blog post will discuss some… Read more »

When settling a personal injury case, mediation is often the most efficient and cost-effective way to resolve the matter. However, during mediation, it is vital to maintain the right attitude and avoid saying certain things that can negatively impact your case. In this blog post, we will discuss the worst things to say during personal… Read more »

After deposition in a personal injury case, various things will occur, including negotiations for a settlement agreement. These negotiations can be done independently or in the presence of a neutral third party. The information compiled during the depositions of the parties and witnesses will be used in the negotiation process. What Is a Deposition? A… Read more »