Dedicated Lawyers For New Jersey’s Auto And Car Accident Victims
At The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger, in Freehold, we are committed to maximizing the compensation that motor vehicle accident injury victims receive for their pain and suffering. We recognize that pursuing an accident claim can be difficult and that the limits of most no-fault insurance policies do not meet the medical needs of many injury victims. We are committed to working with our clients and their doctors to ensure that they get compensated for any medical care appropriate for their injuries, regardless of potential policy limits.
Table Of Contents
Why The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger – Experienced Help And A Board-Certified Attorney
Dealing With Insurance Companies After An Accident
What Can I Sue For After A Car Accident?
What Can A Freehold Car Accident Lawyer Do For Me?
Maximizing Your Compensation After A Freehold Car Accident
Answering Common Questions About Monmouth County Car Accidents
- Why do I need to contact the police after an accident?
- I feel fine after my car accident. Why should I seek medical attention after a crash?
- I think that my insurance settlement offer is too low. Should I settle anyway?
- What damages can I recover?
- How is liability determined in New Jersey car accidents?
- I think that the circumstances surrounding my accident are straightforward. Is it necessary to talk to an attorney after a crash?
What If My Uber Was In An Accident?
- How do companies like Uber reduce or prevent accidents?
- Why is it complicated to sue Uber itself?
- What steps should victims take after an Uber accident?
Why The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger – Experienced Help And A Board-Certified Attorney
Attorneys from our Freehold personal injury firm have extensive experience handling accident claims ranging from fender benders to fatal highway crashes. We will initiate an immediate investigation to protect your rights and take every necessary step to secure the recovery you need and deserve after an accident involving any of the following:
- Car crashes that were due to another driver’s negligence
- Head-on collisions, rear-end crashes and side-impact wrecks
- Motorcycle wrecks resulting in serious injury or death
- Distracted truck drivers or crashes resulting from malfunctioning truck parts
- Pedestrians who have been hit by a car driver or bicyclist
- Crashes resulting from a drunk driver
- Car accidents that occur while driving a company car, driving a rental car or working on the job
Since filing these cases is so complex, it is important to be represented by a skilled motor vehicle accident attorney. Our firm has been providing representation to people injured in motor vehicle accidents for more than 40 years. We understand how to investigate and demonstrate the causes and consequences of our clients’ injuries. In addition, attorney Thomas J. Mallon has the distinction of being certified in civil trial law by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.
What Causes Car Accidents?
Many different factors can contribute to a collision. Common causes of car accidents in New Jersey include:
- Drivers focused on texting, eating or other distractions
- Speeding
- Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Reckless driving, including making unsafe lane changes or running red lights
- Faulty vehicle components
- Unsafe road conditions, including poor road design, cracked asphalt or debris
- Inclement weather such as rain or snow
Our attorneys are dedicated to identifying all the causes of a crash and holding irresponsible people and companies accountable for their part in the damage that the collision caused.
Dealing With Insurance Companies After An Accident
After a car accident in New Jersey, the state’s no-fault laws require your car insurer to cover the collision expenses. Your insurance representatives may claim to be concerned about your well-being and will offer a settlement they say is fair.
However, insurance companies and insurance adjusters prioritize their profits, and they may not pay you what you deserve. Their commitment to their bottom line can cost you.
At The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger, we hold insurance providers responsible for fulfilling their obligations. We know how to use the law to your benefit and will help you prepare a claim that allows you to recover maximum compensation from all sources. Our experienced attorneys defend your interests at all stages of the claims process, including:
- Contacting your adjuster after the accident
- Securing the evidence from the accident scene
- Obtaining relevant medical records from your health care provider
- Working with your medical team to ensure that they present a complete account of your injuries and the services they provided
- Organizing and submitting the evidence to the appropriate party
- Negotiating a fair settlement with the adjuster
Unfortunately, insurance may not provide enough support to address your medical care. If your injuries meet the requirements for a personal injury claim, our attorneys may sue to help you receive compensation for the catastrophic or even fatal injuries of a loved one. All our attorneys are skilled negotiators and aggressive litigators who will help you fight for the support you need.
What Can I Sue For After A Car Accident?
The verbal threshold standard in New Jersey preserves the right to sue for compensation in cases involving significant injuries and wrongful death. This threshold limits the amount of compensation and types of damages you may be able to recover after your injury. Car accident injuries that qualify under the verbal threshold standard include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck injuries, including whiplash injuries
- Dismemberment
- Significant disfigurement and scarring
- Severely broken bones and displaced fractures
- Soft tissue damage such as muscle sprains or strains
- Fatal injuries
In some cases, these injuries can have long-term effects on an injured person’s life. Healing may require long-term care, physical therapy and other medical treatment long after a crash. A personal injury claim should address past medical expenses and the future cost of this care.
What Can A Freehold Car Accident Lawyer Do For Me?
When you hire an auto accident lawyer, they should provide the comprehensive guidance you need during the immensely complex personal injury claims process. An accident attorney can explain your rights and the law to you in plain, honest terms. They will also help you maximize your financial compensation and hold the negligent party accountable for their actions. The attorneys at The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger have helped numerous clients receive compensation for their injuries:
- $1,210,000 – We were able to fight for over $1 million in a case where the driver was injured in a car crash, and suffered neck and back injuries that required surgery.
- $500,000 – Injuries from a car crash that result in back injuries typically require surgery. This case was closed, and $500,000 was awarded to the injured driver.
- $350,000 – Many of our clients sustain severe bone fractures after a car accident. This victim required surgical intervention.
Maximizing Your Compensation After A Freehold Car Accident
In the aftermath of an auto accident, recovering from severe injuries amid the associated financial burdens is a monumental struggle for many. Your car accident claim can help you address economic hurdles – medical bills, lost wages, etc. – but only if it is well-prepared and accurately reflects your losses.
The following tips can help you submit a strong claim, ensuring you get what you deserve when facing physical injuries and financial loss:
- Obtain medical care: See a doctor, even if you feel fine, to document potential injuries and preserve medical evidence for future claims – save all records and reports associated with your accident injury care.
- Track your expenses: Keep receipts and invoices for doctor bills, car repairs, lost wages and other costs to show the accident’s financial impact.
- Find accident witnesses: Eyewitness statements can corroborate your account of events, strengthening your insurance claim.
- Look for visual evidence: Cell phone pictures, security footage, traffic footage and dashcam footage can add weight to your claim and show you did nothing wrong.
- Document your journey: Consider journaling your injuries, treatment and progress to track your recovery, keep you and your doctor on the same page, and fortify your claim.
- Contact an injury lawyer promptly: In New Jersey, you have only two years to file for injury compensation after an accident – take your story to a Freehold car accident lawyer as soon as possible.
- Consider future costs: Think beyond the present when filing your claim and consider the possibility of future medical needs and long-term lost wages.
- Prepare to negotiate: Insurance companies often try to settle claims quickly with an early offer, but it could be less than you deserve. Our Monmouth County car accident lawyers can skillfully negotiate on your behalf.
- Do not settle quickly: The first offer is unlikely to be final and could result in a massively unfair payout – an attorney can help you understand your case’s true value.
Answering Common Questions About Monmouth County Car Accidents
Although you may be hurt, disoriented or overwhelmed when you are involved in a car accident, the decisions you make immediately after your collision can have a big impact on your life. Learning the appropriate steps to take to protect your car accident claim now can help you build a strong case in the future.
Far too often, car accident victims have had their insurance claims denied due to preventable errors. At The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger of Monmouth County, we are strong advocates of personal injury victims because we believe they deserve fair compensation for their injuries.
Having represented thousands of clients for motor vehicle accident issues in Monmouth County and Ocean County, and throughout New Jersey, we know the questions that victims have after crashes. We are providing these answers to frequently asked car accident questions to help you make smart choices.
Why do I need to contact the police after an accident?
Even if you believe you are partially responsible for causing an accident, it is wise to involve the police. The accident report that the officer files can be used to support your claim so that you receive compensation from your insurance company.
I feel fine after my car accident. Why should I seek medical attention after a crash?
Having a connection between the injury and the accident is important to the strength of your case. When you have a doctor’s documentation of your injuries, you take an important step toward building a strong claim.
I think that my insurance settlement offer is too low. Should I settle anyway?
What damages can I recover?
- Medical bills
- Emergency room visits
- Prescription medications
- Physical therapy
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Punitive damages
You should speak with a personal injury attorney to get a better idea of the full value of your recoverable damages.
How is liability determined in New Jersey car accidents?
- Driver error
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence of controlled substances
- Reckless driving
- Failure to yield
- Failure to maintain vehicle
When these factors are present, they can greatly increase your financial recovery in your claim if you did not share fault for the accident.
I think that the circumstances surrounding my accident are straightforward. Is it necessary to talk to an attorney after a crash?
What If My Uber Was In An Accident?
All vehicle crashes are frightening and confusing, but ridesharing accidents can be even more complex. You still have the right to be compensated for your injuries. However, you can probably expect a dogged fight from Uber, Lyft and other ridesharing companies.
Here are three other common questions and answers about Uber accidents:
How do companies like Uber reduce or prevent accidents?
Why is it complicated to sue Uber itself?
What steps should victims take after an Uber accident?
- Seek medical care: As with any accident, an early medical assessment and diagnosis can rule out or confirm severe injuries. It also initiates a chain of valuable medical evidence.
- Document everything: Take photos or video of the accident scene, vehicle damage and injuries. Get the driver’s name and contact information, as well as those of any witnesses, and keep copies of all medical records.
Finally, contact an Uber accident attorney. Personal injury laws can be complex, especially with ridesharing accidents. An experienced Monmouth County auto accident lawyer can help you understand your rights and take steps to secure the maximum allowable compensation.
Contact Our Car Accident Attorneys Today
If you or a family member has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, please contact The Law Office of Mallon & Tranger at any of our Ocean County or Monmouth County offices. Our lawyers can be reached by calling 732-702-0333 or contacting us online.
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