“Personal injury claim” is a general term that is often used to describe the lawsuits filed by individuals seeking compensation for damages related to the negligence of another party. These suits are described as “personal injury” because the damages claimed are related to injuries – whether physical or monetary – which are personal to the injured party and were suffered by him or her at the hands of the other party. Acts that Often Result in Personal Injury Claims Personal injury claims can arise from many different negligent acts; however, the most common personal injury claims are: Automobile Accidents. Motor vehicle accidents, by virtue of the speeds involved and the mass of the vehicles, tend to be the source of…

What Are Lyft and Uber? Lyft and Uber are ridesharing transportation companies or what New Jersey law calls “transportation network companies” that help connect people wanting to go somewhere with a driver who owns a car. Passengers use Lyft and Uber because it is a convenient and cost-effective way to get around town without having to have their own car. It’s like calling a cab, but may be available in more areas and offer faster service, in some instances. Is a Lyft or Uber Accident Different From a Regular Car Accident? Getting into a Lyft or Uber car accident can be just as scary and just as life-threatening as any other car accident. Whether you are a passenger in the…

On March 26, 2019, the New Jersey Supreme Court decided the case of Haines v. Taft. The Court had certified the following question: “Does N.J.S.A. 39:6A-12 preclude a plaintiff from recovering medical expenses above those collectible or paid under an insured’s PIP provision in a standard automobile insurance policy, including medical expenses exceeding any elected PIP option allowed pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:6A-4.3(d)?” When the Court finally rendered its opinion, however, its decision did not cover the expanse of the certified question. Instead, Justice LaVecchia held together a three-justice majority by answering a narrower issue. Specifically, the Haines opinion did not concern all medical bills in excess of the plaintiff’s PIP option. Rather, Haines addressed only “stand-alone” suits exclusively for medical…

On March 26, 2019, the New Jersey Supreme Court decided the case of Haines v. Taft. The Court had certified the following question: “Does N.J.S.A. 39:6A-12 preclude a plaintiff from recovering medical expenses above those collectible or paid under an insured’s PIP provision in a standard automobile insurance policy, including medical expenses exceeding any elected PIP option allowed pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:6A-4.3(d)?” When the Court finally rendered its opinion, however, its decision did not cover the expanse of the certified question. Instead, Justice LaVecchia, held together a three justice majority by answering a narrower issue. Specifically, the Haines opinion did not concern all medical bills in excess of the plaintiff’s PIP option. Rather, Haines addressed only “stand alone” suits exclusively…

Slip and fall cases are not always as clear cut as they seem. Depending on where you fell, there are many factors to consider such as boundaries of a property, legal regulations applying to one’s property, property ownership, property management, your own actions at the time, work factors, property owner’s insurance, etc. There must have been actual negligence from another party in order to have a case and finding the negligent party is not always an easy task. When considering who is responsible for your slip and fall injury, a court judge will use common sense and assess the overall situation. Potential Negligent Parties As mentioned, there are multiple potential parties that could be considered for a slip and fall…