Passaic County is the ninth most populous county in the state of New Jersey with its population of 501,226 in the 2010 census. Passaic County is a part of New York City Metropolitan Area and its county seat is Paterson.
For years, The Grossman Law Firm has served injured people living in Passaic County and helped many injured people get their lives back together again. We concentrate on handling a variety of personal injury claims, such as vehicle accidents and other injuries, product liability, wrongful death and more. We provide the highest level of attention and care to our client’s cases in order to help them obtain the maximum amount of compensation they deserve for their injuries and/or losses.
If you or someone you love has been seriously hurt our Passaic County Auto Accident Lawyers are here to provide you a free consultation.
What Should I Do After a Car Accident in New Jersey?
An auto accident can leave you disoriented and anxious, but it’s important to stay calm. There are things you need to remember in the aftermath, for you to succeed in pursuing your case:
File a report
If you haven’t already called the police about your accident, now is the time to do it. Don’t wait too long before filing your accident report – this is a vital piece of documentation to support your claim, and any delay could be taken against your case.
Don’t admit fault
Accidents are often confusing, and sometimes, you may think you were to blame. Don’t say a word before you have an attorney to speak for you. Don’t even apologize. Any admission of fault can badly hurt you and reduce your chances of getting compensated.
Don’t accept the first offer
The insurance company will likely get in touch with you very soon after your car accident, offering you a certain amount of money. But insurers are known to employ tactics that benefit them, not you. Many injury victims make the mistake of settling with a first offer, not realizing this is far less than the amount they deserve. Never settle for anything until you have your attorney’s guidance.
Call a lawyer immediately
From the moment right after the accident, there are many ways you could be threatened. An experienced lawyer ensures this doesn’t happen, guiding you on the right steps to take and protecting you from parties that could take advantage of you.
In all of these, it is best to act promptly and without delay, as many aspects of a personal injury lawsuit are time-sensitive. If you have any doubts or questions, always consult with a trustworthy lawyer first. Get a free consultation – just call us at (732) 964-9612.
Auto Accidents
Failure of drivers to use reasonable care while behind the wheel is considered negligence. The driver who negligently operates a vehicle and causes a car accident may be required by law to pay for any damages to the individual who sustained injuries due to their careless or reckless actions. For a claim to be successful, the injured party must prove that the other driver acted negligently and that negligence was the cause of the accident and the injuries.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists are more vulnerable than any other type of motorist. Their lack of bodily protection can make them suffer more severe injuries and even death when a motorcycle accident occurs. Some car and truck drivers are inattentive. When these careless drivers fail to yield or fail to see a motorcyclist and hit or cause the motorcycle to crash, they can be legally liable for the motorcyclist’s injuries.
Truck Accidents
In Passaic County, New Jersey, accidents involving big rigs are often caused by truckers asleep at the wheel or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or truckers who are fatigued, refuse to let other vehicles merge, fail to brake on time, drive too fast for the conditions, or swing too wide when making a turn.
- St Joseph’s Regional Medical Center – 703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503 / 973-754-2000
- St Mary’s Hospital, Passaic- 350 Boulevard Passaic, NJ 07055 / 973-365-4300
- St Joseph’s Wayne Hospital – 224 Hamburg TPKE, Wayne, NJ 07470 / 973-942-6900
Contact Our Passaic County, New Jersey Injury Attorneys Today
The Passaic County Auto Accident Attorneys at The Grossman Law Firm work for their clients’ best interests at all times. If you have been injured in an accident caused by somebody else’s negligence, we sincerely care about your problems and will take care of all the legal issues of your case while you focus on recovery. We handle a wide array of personal injury claims on a contingency fee basis. Contact us today at (732) 625-9494 for a free consultation.
