Moorestown Personal Injury Attorney
Nobody wakes up in the morning and expects their life to be turned upside down – but that is exactly what can happen when there’s a car wreck, a slip-and-fall accident, a dog bite, or a workplace injury.
At Jacobs, Schwalbe & Petruzzelli, P.C., our attorneys represent personal injury victims and their families in Moorestown and throughout New Jersey. Since 1977, Jacobs, Schwalbe & Petruzzelli, P.C., has been a full-service law firm dedicated to the needs of the injured.
What Should You Do Immediately Following A Personal Injury?
You need to seek immediate medical treatment. Do not try to “walk it off” or “tough it out.” Many serious conditions are initially hidden due to shock or adrenaline, so a medical evaluation both protects your health and creates a clear tie between the accident and your injuries.
What If You Are Partially At Fault For Your New Jersey Injury?
New Jersey uses a modified comparative negligence rule to spread liability in a personal injury claim. As long as you are less than 50% at fault for your own injuries, you can still make a claim, but any money you are awarded will be reduced according to your share of the fault.
That makes it incredibly important to avoid direct contact with the other party’s insurance company since they may try to shift blame in your direction to avoid paying a fair settlement.
How Long Do You Have To File A Personal Injury Claim In New Jersey?
In New Jersey, the statute of limitations on personal injury claims is two years. If you wait longer than that to make a claim, you will likely lose the right to do so forever.
You should never wait that long, however, to seek legal representation after an injury. Early involvement by a seasoned attorney can make sure that important evidence is preserved and negotiations are started quickly. That can lead to a faster, better resolution to your case.
When Your Security Has Been Shattered, Call Us
At Jacobs, Schwalbe & Petruzzelli, P.C., we stand on our reputation for excellence – and we have many satisfied clients. We are also deeply proud of the millions of dollars that our lawyers have recovered for personal injury victims through settlements and court verdicts.
We offer free initial consultations, and we accept claims on a contingency fee basis. That eliminates the financial barriers between injury victims and quality legal representation. Call 856-528-7991 or contact us online today.