A personal injury lawsuit is a lawsuit you bring forth if you have suffered physical or psychological injury as a result of the wrongdoing or negligence of another person, government agency, company, or entity. You are entitled to compensation to cover the medical costs, loss of wages, and the pain and suffering. Examples of personal injuries that you could sue for are slip & fall accidents, defective products, medical mistakes, work accidents, and car accidents.
You could represent yourself in a personal injury lawsuit in a Bergen County court, but hiring a Bergen County personal injury lawyer is the best option because a lawyer has the training and experience necessary to properly handle your case. Hiring a lawyer also means the case will not interfere with your social life and/or business/job and you will have time to recover from your injuries. Note that failure to act within the statute of limitations means you will not get compensated, even if you had a valid claim. There is always a risk of your emotions clouding your judgment if you represent yourself. Understanding the duties/functions of a personal injury lawyer will help you know what to expect and to get the most out of your lawyer.
The personal injury lawyer will interview you to evaluate your case to determine the legal matter and to identify the distinct issues rooted within your larger problem. Most good personal injury law firms in Bergen County offer free consultative sessions. The lawyer will give you legal advice once he/she has determined the merits of your case. This is important because it will help you avoid wasting time and money on a case you are unlikely to win.
The lawyer will interview your witnesses and the other party’s witnesses. It is also the responsibility of your Bergen County personal injury lawyer to coarse reluctant witnesses such as reluctant eye witnesses to testify for you.
It is the responsibility of a Bergen County personal injury lawyer to search for evidence that will be of help to your case, including getting the relevant medical paperwork. Some lawyers hire private detectives for this. This is a particularly important service if you are too injured to actively participate in gathering evidence.
Your lawyer will file the necessary paperwork in court. He/she will argue different motions before the trial begins. It is the responsibility of the personal injury lawyer to make oral arguments on your behalf and to cross-examine witnesses.
It is the responsibility of your personal injury lawyer to suggest the best legal tactic. This could be an out-of-court settlement or a full trial. In the case of an out-of-court settlement, your lawyer will negotiate such things as the settlement amount and other conditions. Your lawyer will also file an appeal and represent you in the appeal if the jury fails to see things your way.
Greenberg, Walden & Grossman, LLC. has some of the best personal injury lawyers in Bergen County. Call 866-578-5362 or visit greenberg-walden.com to plan a free initial consultation.
