PASSAIC 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
•  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.
• 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.
• 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 Passaic County in 2017, resulting in 7000 injuries and 29 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 Passaic 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 Passaic  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

Passaic County Courthouse
77 Hamilton St.
Paterson, NJ 07505-2017

With beautiful mountains and picturesque lakes in the north, and the bustling excitement of the New York Metropolitan area in the south, Passaic County is one of the most diverse places to call home in New Jersey. Over 500,000 people live and work in this industrious, steadily growing part of the state, with the vast majority calling the dense urban areas of Patterson and Passaic their home. The rural beauty of the northern half and the metropolitan nature of the southern half of Passaic County each serve to make this such a unique and interesting part of the state.

With the New York metropolitan area energizing and vitalizing the region, economic and population growth is an inevitability, bringing more people to live in Passaic County and more companies to set up business there. With new business must come new construction, new jobs, new daily work routines. With over 71% of residents commuting to work, that means more people on the roads. The growth of the community inevitably means more activity, and more activity inevitably means more accidents.

Accidents can happen anywhere – out shopping, commuting to work, or during your usual workday. Sometimes you make mistakes. And sometimes other people make mistakes, and you have to deal with the consequences. If you live Passaic County and have suffered an injury or loss in the workplace or while driving, an experienced personal injury attorney can be invaluable.