I GOT IN AN ACCIDENT AND WANT TO FILE A CLAIM. DO I NEED A LAWYER?

Filing a personal injury claim for compensation in New Jersey could involve multiple layers of law. Your best bet is to work with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can objectively evaluate the merits of your case and help you file an appropriate claim. The lawyer will take the entire burden of the claim process off your shoulders. They will work to obtain the maximum compensation for you. In the meanwhile you focus on your recovery from the injuries. This article will detail what to do following an accident. You will learn how to go about filing a claim for your injuries.

Receiving a Free Initial Consultation

A committed personal injury lawyer in New Jersey will provide you with a free initial consultation. They will analyze the circumstances surrounding your accident and any potential evidence. And they will give you the best possible legal advice. You can freely share your questions, concerns, and doubts to make the most of this consultation and gain valuable insights into your claim for personal injury.

Determining How Much Your Claim Is Worth

Your personal injury attorney will carefully assess the maximum possible value of your claim using a variety of factors. Some of these considerations include: the severity of your injuries; any pain and suffering; costs of future medical care and rehabilitation; and whether some of the injury symptoms are likely to appear at a later stage. Correctly valuing your claim involves a comprehensive and nuanced approach. It will constitute the foundation of your entire legal strategy to obtain maximum damages from the at-fault party. You need to seek professional advice in this situation to create a reasonable and complete claim figure.

Diligently Following the Process of Law 

While you are recovering from the shock and pain of your injuries, it is going to be difficult for you and your family to follow the legal procedures involved in filing a claim. Your New Jersey personal injury attorney will know precisely how to complete the legal forms, what documents to submit, and under which sections of the law to pursue your claim. 

The attorney will also know how to talk to an insurance adjuster and cover all the legal technicalities so that the insurer has no way to take advantage of any weaknesses or loopholes from your side. On the other hand, if you try to follow the due process of law without professional assistance, you run the risk of losing out on a substantial amount and settling for much less than what you rightfully deserve. 

Negotiating With the Insurance Company

When you hire the services of a capable personal injury lawyer in New Jersey, they will know how to talk to an insurance adjuster, as well as negotiate and fight with an insurer to maximize your settlement. In fact, insurance companies often quickly recognize the seriousness of a competent and methodical personal injury lawyer.

Therefore, they will waste minimum time in arriving at a fair settlement; because they know your attorney will be willing to take the case to trial. With that said, if they know your professional backing is weak or perhaps incompetent, they will actively work against you to take advantage of your lack of legal representation.

File a Claim With the Help of a Professional Personal Injury Attorney

The Law Offices of James C. DeZao, P.A., employs a full team of experienced and professional personal injury attorneys that will fight aggressively and tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve. Don’t make the mistake of representing yourself when it could massively impact your financial situation. We will treat your case with the care, patience, and commitment it needs to arrive at the best possible outcome on your behalf. Remember, with us, it’s personal. We have bilingual staff available to speak to you. Call us today at (973) 358-6134 or contact us online to schedule your free, confidential phone consultation.