Why Choose Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. for Your Personal Injury Case?
Key Takeaways
- You may be entitled to compensation if you were injured as a result of negligence.
- You only have two years to file a personal injury claim in New Jersey.
- Compensation may include medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
- Evidence such as photos, medical records, and witness information can help support your personal injury claim.
A serious personal injury can disrupt your life in ways you often cannot anticipate. In addition to medical treatment and lost time from work, you could also face ongoing expenses, daily routine changes, and concerns over who pays for your losses.
At Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., we understand how quickly the aftermath of an injury can become overwhelming. We have more than 40 years of combined experience and recovered over $100 million for injured clients. Throughout Morris County, we provide knowledgeable representation and the individual attention and support your case deserves so that you can focus on your recovery.
What Types of Personal Injury Cases Do We Handle?
Personal injury cases result from many different types of accidents and negligent conduct. Our team at Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., represents Morris County clients injured by:
- Car accidents
- Product liability
- Dog bites and attacks
- Medical malpractice, including birth injuries and anesthesia errors
- Motorcycle accidents
- Premises liability and slip and fall accidents
- Truck accidents and commercial vehicle accidents
- Wrongful death
The strength and value of a personal injury claim depend on several factors, including the available evidence, severity and long-term effects of your injuries, insurance coverage, your financial losses, and whether more than one party shares liability.
Where Accidents Occur in Morris County
Morris County hosts major interstate highways, heavily traveled commercial routes, busy downtown areas, and more rural roads in its western communities. Some of the more accident-prone locations include:
- I-80 and I-287: Heavy commuter and commercial traffic, high-speed travel, and busy interchanges can increase the risk of serious collisions.
- Routes 10 and 46: Frequent intersections, shopping center entrances, and turning vehicles can create conflicts along these busy commercial corridors.
- Downtown Morristown: Congested streets and significant pedestrian activity around the Morristown Green, restaurants, shops, and Mayo Performing Arts Center can increase the risk of vehicle and pedestrian accidents.
- Rockaway and surroundings: Traffic entering and leaving Rockaway Townsquare and nearby businesses can create congestion and frequent vehicle and pedestrian interactions.
- Western Morris County: Winding roads, limited lighting, and winter weather can make travel through Chester, Mendham, Long Valley, and surrounding communities more challenging.
Accidents can occur almost anywhere, but the location and conditions surrounding an injury can provide important information about how it occurred and who may be responsible.
What Compensation Can You Recover in a Personal Injury Claim?
Depending on your injuries and losses, a personal injury claim may include compensation for:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Rehabilitation and other injury-related expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of life enjoyment
The compensation available depends on the circumstances of your case and how significantly the injury has affected your health, finances, work, and daily life.
How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?
In New Jersey, you have two years from the accident date to file a personal injury claim, unless it involves a government entity, which has much shorter notice requirements. It is important to contact an experienced Morris County personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after an injury to ensure you meet filing deadlines.
Additionally, under New Jersey’s comparative negligence law, you can recover compensation if you were less than 51% responsible for the accident, although your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
What Should You Do After an Accident in Morris County?
The aftermath of an accident can be confusing, especially when you are injured. If you are able, some important things to do include the following:
- Report the accident to the police, property owner, manager, or employer.
- Photo or video the whole scene, including conditions and visible injuries.
- Exchange insurance information with the other driver in car accidents.
- Get contact information from everyone involved and any witnesses.
- Seek prompt medical attention; continue recommended treatment and follow-up care.
- Save all records related to the accident and your injuries.
- Avoid speaking to insurers or accepting a settlement without legal advice.
- Speak with a Morris County personal injury attorney who can protect your rights, review your case, and advise you of your legal options.
How Much Does a Morris County Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no upfront attorney fees. Our fee is paid from the compensation we recover for you. If we do not recover compensation in your case, you do not owe attorney’s fees.
Your initial consultation is also free. If your injuries make traveling difficult, we can arrange to meet you elsewhere.
Why Choose Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C.?
We intentionally limit the number of cases we accept so that our attorneys can remain closely involved in each client’s case. You receive direct access to experienced lawyers who understand the details of your claim and are prepared to pursue the recovery you deserve. Our firm offers:
- Over $100 million recovered for injured clients
- 40+ years of combined experience
- New Jersey Certified Civil Trial Attorney
- Clear, consistent communication
- Personalized attention
- Serious Attorneys for Serious Cases
- Super Lawyers and Million Dollar Advocates Forum recognition
Are You Inside of the Time Frame to File a Lawsuit in NJ?
The statute of limitations for your personal injury case is 2 years. Exceeding it can severely limit or completely invalidate your legal options for seeking compensation. Act swiftly to ensure your rights are preserved and explore your legal recourse before time runs out, otherwise, the likelihood of pursuing your case successfully may diminish considerably. However, if your claim is against a public entity, your timeframe can be significantly shorter.
“There is nothing our firm takes more seriously than fiercely advocating for our clients in a manner that makes them feel confident and informed at all times. We are not striving to be the biggest law firm for our practice areas but we do aim to be the best.”
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