ESSEX COUNTY LAWYER

PERSONAL INJURY  and CRIMINAL DEFENSE can be complicated and knowing the facts about personal injury cases can be helpful to managing expectations while setting a potential claim up for a favorable outcome. When you need the facts about your potential case and how to set it up for success, it is time to contact the experienced Bergen County personal injury and criminal defense  lawyers at Pagliara Law Group, P.A.

Our lawyers are Aggressive, Relentless, Bold, Courageous, Diligent and experienced, we are ready to protect and advocate your rights as we guide you to justice and compensation.  We always offer a free, confidential consultation by phone, zoom or in person.  We never charge a fee for personal injury or medical malpractice cases unless we win for you.  Other cases there are a fee.   We offer Contactless Confidential Consultation (CCC).

The information you receive during a consultation is invaluable and  can help you take the right steps to protect and advance your claim. Weekend and evening consultations are available.  While you can get more insights during a case evaluation with specific facts, below are some generally crucial and lesser-known facts about personal injury cases.

Car accidents are a leading cause of death in the U.S.  More than 90 percent of all car crashes that occur in the U.S. each year are caused by human error.  This human error can come in many forms, like (but not limited to):

• Driver errors, like distracted driving, drunk driving and reckless driving
• Manufacturer negligence, such as vehicle design flaws or defective automotive equipment
• Other negligence, like failures to maintain safe roadways.

When any form of negligence contributes to a car crash, victims (including families who lost a loved one to a deadly wreck) will likely have legal options for holding the negligent parties accountable.

Motorcyclists are among the most dangerous on the road and are vulnerable travelers on the roads. In fact, whenever traffic crashes involve a motorcycle rider, the rider is nearly 40 times more likely than people in passenger vehicles to be killed.

Sadly, most motorcycle accidents could be prevented if some party had been more attentive, sober and/or careful. Whenever negligence plays a role in causing a motorcycle accident, we can help you as the victims fight for justice and recovery.

Car accidents are a leading cause of death in the U.S.  More than 90 percent of all car crashes that occur in the U.S. each year are caused by human error.  This human error can come in many forms, like (but not limited to):

• Driver errors, like distracted driving, drunk driving and reckless driving
• Manufacturer negligence, such as vehicle design flaws or defective automotive equipment
• Other negligence, like failures to maintain safe roadways.

When any form of negligence contributes to a car crash, victims (including families who lost a loved one to a deadly wreck) will likely have legal options for holding the negligent parties accountable.

Slips and Falls and Trip and Falls can happen anywhere, day to day, the places where you work, shop and go may not be as safe as they seem. This is particularly true when properties are not properly maintained and/or when risky areas of properties are not properly fixed.

When accidents at others’ properties cause injuries and harm, injured people can turn to the trusted and experienced attorneys at Pagliara Law Group, P.A  for answers about their legal options – and for extraordinary advocacy as we proceed with your case.

Our attorneys are experienced at representing injured people in all types of premises liability cases, and we know how to hold all negligent parties accountable for the harm they have caused our clients.

10 percent of nursing home residents will be the target of some form abuse while staying in these facilities.  While nursing home abuse can involve physical assaults, threats, inaction and violence, it can also include emotional and financial abuse.

Regardless of whether this abuse comes at the hands of nursing home staff or others, the wrongdoers – and possibly the nursing home facility – can be liable for the harm they have caused.

In the aftermath of a workplace accident or an occupational illness diagnosis, injured workers may be able to pursue:

• A workers’ compensation claim – Although workers will not have to prove fault as part of these claims, they will have to follow specific rules, meet certain deadlines and possibly even see specific doctors (chosen by the employer or its insurance company).
• A personal injury claim – This can be an option when the negligence of someone other than the employer, a co-worker or the injured worker contributed to the work injuries. These other parties can include equipment manufacturers, building owners, contractors and others.

At Pagliara Law Group, P.A., our lawyers can help injured workers and their families build and successfully resolve both workers compensation and related personal injury claims.

Losing a loved one is always difficult. When the loss could have been prevented if someone had been more careful, responsible or diligent, however, the impacts can be even more devastating, if not maddening.

At Pagliara Law Group, P.A., we are dedicated to helping families seek justice and financial recovery when any type of negligence has taken the life of their loved one(s). Though we are realize that compensation can never bring back a loved one, we also know that this compensation can be indispensable to helping families pick up the pieces and start rebuilding their lives.

That is why our attorneys handle various types of wrongful death cases, including (but not limited to) those involving:

• Traffic accidents
• Dangerous, faulty and toxic products
• Work accidents.

1. The actions you do or don’t take after filing your case can impact its outcome – In other words, the events of the accident are NOT the only factors that can influence the strength and success of your claim. Actions or inactions like the following may also yield evidence that can affect whether your claim results in compensation and, in some cases, the amount of compensation obtained:
   • Actions like posting details of the accident to social media or providing recorded statements to insurers may detract from the strength of a plaintiff’s case. Conversely, actions like complying with all doctors’ orders and consulting a lawyer can help preserve the strength of a claim.
   • Inaction like failing to see a doctor or failing report an accident to an insurance company can also have negative impacts on a case. In contrast, a lack of action with regards to admitting fault or apologizing for an accident can be helpful to protecting a claim.
2. A well-written demand letter may be sufficient to resolve a claim – Commonly sent before a lawsuit is officially filed, demand letters outline the details of a case and make some formal request for resolving the dispute. They can also explain that a lawsuit will be filed if the request is not met. When issues of negligence, liability and damages are fairly clear cut, a properly written demand letter can spark efficient, favorable resolutions to some personal injury cases.
3. Most personal injury cases are resolved out of court – The vast majority of personal injury claims are not tried in a courtroom but are, instead, resolved outside the courtroom via negotiation, mediation, etc. This is often beneficial to both plaintiffs and defendants, as it can provide for faster resolutions and save litigation costs. At PAGLIARA LAW GROUP, P.A., we are always focused on achieving successful outcomes that meet our clients’ needs and goals. While that often means we strive to resolve cases outside of court, our experienced trial attorneys are always ready to try a case in court when that best serves our clients and their claims.
4.  A jury verdict may NOT be the end of a claim – When a case ends with a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, the defendant may file an appeal, prolonging a case. When that happens, there is a risk that an appellate court may overturn the lower court’s verdict. Additionally, even if no appeal is filed, there can be challenges in getting the awarded compensation (like when a defendant may be insolvent or may flat-out disregard the judgment).As a result, this fact underscores the importance of having an experienced attorney in your corner for all phases of a personal injury case, including through a jury verdict and the payment of compensation.
5. Medical liens may be paid from an award before the victim receives it – When injured parties are unable to pay for medical bills associated with their accident and injuries, providers (like doctors and hospitals) may file medical liens against the pending claim and the potential recovery. If the liens are not resolved before compensation is awarded and received, those liens can be paid out of the settlement or award before the plaintiff receives it. In the event of extensive medical costs, that may leave little to nothing for the victorious plaintiff. Again, an experienced lawyer can take care of this aspect of a claim to help injured people retain as much of their recovery as possible.
6. It can be wise to plan for how a personal injury award will be handled – Specifically, setting up a trust to hold the settlement or award from a claim can be a smart way to maintain eligibility for need-based government benefits (like Social Security Disability and Supplement Security Income). This is due to the fact that assets held by a trust will not be counted as income or assets of the plaintiff (or beneficiary).

There were more than 41,000 car accidents in Essex County in 2017, resulting in 8,000 injuries and 34 deaths. Whether it was speeding, driving under the influence, or a defective vehicle, many of these accidents are the result of someone else’s negligence.

Even more troubling is the increasing effect of technology on the roadways. Distracted driving caused more than 3,300 deaths and 421,000 injuries nationwide in 2012, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, and studies show that most drivers attribute their concerns on the road to distracted driving. More than 80 percent of drivers believe that distracted driving is a serious problem and that is makes them feel unsafe on the road, according to a study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.

You cannot overstate the importance of having resources on your side. After a serious accident, the bills can be overwhelming—hospital bills, rehabilitation costs, car repairs, days missed at work, the list goes on and on. In addition to your regular day-to-day bills, you now have an assortment of unexpected expenses.

Trying to deal with these expenses alone can be extremely frustrating and difficult. Having experienced trial attorneys on your side can help you navigate these expenses, deal with insurance adjusters and workers’ compensation insurers, and ensure you receive fair compensation.

Whether your case goes to court or not, it is crucial to work with a law firm with a rock-solid reputation and one that is aggressive and relentless.  Insurance companies know which attorneys have a proven track record of success and who will fight back in court  for their clients; with a respected, experienced attorney working on your case, the insurance company will take your claim more seriously and give you a better shot at fair compensation.

Contact a Essex County Personal Injury Lawyer at Pagliara Law Group. P.A. for Help Now

When others’ negligence harms you or someone you love, you can turn to an experienced Essex  County personal injury lawyer at Pagliara Law Group’s extraordinary advocacy and effective help seeking justice and compensation.

Call 201-470-4181 or email our firm for important insights about your potential claim and helpful advice regarding your legal options. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you with your

Essex County is a county in the northeastern part of New Jersey. As of the 2019 Census estimate, the county’s population was 798,975, making it the state’s third-most populous county.

• Essex County is home to Belleville – the Cherry Blossom Capital of America.
• Livingston, Millburn, North Caldwell, and Essex Fells are among the 100 wealthiest towns in the US;
• This county was the first one in the country to create a county park system, in order to avoid losing all of its lands to development. The 5,985-acre park system includes 20 parks, five reservations, as well as numerous facilities.
• In 1837, Grover Cleveland, the 22^nd and 24^th President, was born in Caldwell, NJ. Also, he was the only US president to serve two non-consecutive terms in office.
• If you are a fan of the HBO television series The Sopranos, you might find interesting that the exterior of the family’s home is located in North Caldwell.
• A few big Hollywood stars grew up in Essex County. Do names like Kevin Spacey, Tom Cruise, Denzel Washington, and Steven Spielberg sound familiar?
• The seat of the county is Newark – its largest municipality both in terms of population and land area.
• The city has many amazing art galleries including Aljira, a Center for Contemporary Art, Gallery Aferro, City Without Walls, Sumei Arts Center, Rupert Ravens Contemporary, and the Paul Robeson Galleries at Rutgers–Newark.
• The Newark Museum is the largest museum in the state of New Jersey.
• Newark is home to the New Jersey Historical Society with rotating exhibits on Newark and New Jersey.
• Port Newark is the largest container terminal on the East Coast.
• Newark has 15 sister cities, including Aveiro, Seia (Portugal), Xuzhou (China), Freeport (Bahamas), Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte, (Brazil).
• Many famous names in the world of entertainment, science, and art were born here. Some of them are Philip Roth, Stephen Crane, Shaquille O’Neal, Jerry Lewis, Whitney Houston, Gloria Gaynor, etc.
• The Sopranos is partially based on a true story about Newark mobster Richard Boiardo. They filmed many scenes in Newark.

Essex County Veterans Courthouse
50 West. Market St. Room 132
Newark, NJ 07102

Robert N. Wilentz Justice Complex
Family Courthouse
212 Washington St.
Newark, NJ 07102