Car Accident Attorneys Serving New Jersey
Car accidents may happen at any time on the roadways, and their lasting effects may stay with victims for the rest of their lives. Unfortunately, some car accidents are caused by driver negligence, which is avoidable.
On average, 4.4 million Americans are injured by car accidents and require medical attention each year according to the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT). Car accidents may be deadly, as over 500 people were killed in New Jersey via fatal crashes in 2018 according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
If a death does occur from a car accident and negligence is suspected to have been the cause, families may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the liable party. Furthermore, if someone is seriously injured from a car accident, they may turn to car accident lawyers to file a personal injury claim.
If you or a loved one in Newark, New Jersey has suffered injuries or emotional pain from a car accident, contact the car accident lawyers from Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. With over 90 years’ worth of experience serving both New Jersey and New York residents, Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi have covered many car accident cases for victims while pursuing compensation they may be entitled to.
Call Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. at (201) 585-9111 to begin a free initial case evaluation following a Newark car accident.
Common Car Accident Causes
Immediately following a Newark car accident, it may be difficult to determine the exact cause of the accident. After a law enforcement investigation, or an investigation by a lawyer, you may determine that the cause of the accident involved negligence from one of the parties involved in the crash.
There are many potential causes of a car accident, including distracted driving. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that over 1,000 Americans are injured each day from distracted driving accidents. Distracted driving is typically associated with cell phone usage while driving, but it can also refer to distractions with passengers, radio usage, and more.
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It was a pleasure having Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi take on my case. After a car accident left me jobless for several months, they helped get me back on my feet. They went above and beyond the call of duty!
I have been a practicing personal injury lawyer in New Jersey for over twenty years. I knew Michael Maggiano by reputation and when I was involved in an automobile myself I went to him to handle my case. I learned that the reputation was well founded and he has an outstanding law firm, very efficient and professional. He and his staff were always available and helpful during every step of the process and the resultant settlement was excellent. I could not recommend Mr. Maggiano and his firm more highly. Thank you to all at Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi .
Another common cause of car accidents is driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. In 2012, the New Jersey State Police found that nearly 29 percent of all fatal accidents involved DUIs. It is also important for New Jersey drivers to stay up-to-date on the state’s driving while intoxicated (DWI) laws, which were updated in 2019.
There are other causes of car accidents that are tied to negligent driving, such as speeding, tailgating, failing to yield, careless driving, and more. If you have been involved in a serious car accident, you should receive medical attention before you consider hiring a car accident attorney.
Do not just assume your accident was not caused by another driver’s negligence. If you do so, you may miss out on financial compensation you may be entitled to cover your damages.
Working with a Car Accident Lawyer
In order to give yourself the best chance of receiving financial compensation you may be entitled to after a car accident in Newark, consider contacting a car accident lawyer from Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. We may be able to investigate your accident, help you manage communications with your insurance provider and the other drivers’ insurer, help you file your claim, and more.
Our team may be able to support you through each phase of a car accident claim as you focus on recovering from your injuries. You may need proper evidence to prove negligence and liability against other drivers, which our car accident lawyers may be able to help you with if you hire us.
Call Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. at (201) 585-9111 to learn more about your possible legal recourse opportunities following a Newark car accident. Our personal injury lawyers may begin to support you and your family once you have completed your free case evaluation.
Verdicts and Settlements
$2,800,000 - Motor Vehicle Crash
To a driver who crashed into the side of a truck that had pulled into his path, resulting in multiple surgeries to his right knee including total knee replacement.
$3,350,000 - Burn Injury
To a young woman who in 2000 suffered severe burn injuries when the car she was riding in ignited in flames following a rear end impact caused by a drunk driver.
$750,000 - Motor Vehicle Crash
Driver was hit during an attempted lane change on the approach to the George Washington bridge. She required multiple surgeries. She was out of work for 9 months.
Steps You may Take Following a Car Accident
Once you have received medical attention following a car accident, you should consider reaching out to a car accident lawyer as soon as possible. This is because you must start to consider all of the evidence and documentation required to possibly file a personal injury claim against the opposing driver.
If you seek medical assistance after a car accident, you may not only save your own life, but you may also begin the evidence gathering process for your personal injury claim. A car accident attorney may use medical bills and medical documentation to further prove your injuries from a car accident. Common injuries from a car accident include:
- Whiplash
- Head trauma
- Soft tissue damage
- Broken bones
- Back injuries
Following the crash, you and your attorney should consider obtaining a police report written by law enforcement officials at the scene of the accident. After law enforcement conducts their initial report, you may provide your testimony from the crash. Typically, police reports are valuable pieces of information when it is time to file a personal injury claim.
Once you have received a copy of a police report, you and your attorney should communicate with your insurance company. It is helpful to do this with a lawyer so you do not accidently provide a damaging statement to your insurance company, which could hurt your case in the long run.
From there, your attorney may begin to gather evidence about the accident. This could include photographs, eyewitness testimony, surveillance video, and more. A car accident lawyer may also work to fill in the gaps if you are missing any key evidence to build your case.
Seek Potential Damages With a Car Accident Lawyer from Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C.
If you work with a car accident lawyer from Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C., you may begin to protect both your legal and financial interests. Our car accident lawyer team strives to help clients recover a maximum settlement they may be entitled to cover your financial damages, such as medical costs, lost wages, property damages, and non-economic damages.
