Litigation

Taking Your Personal Injury Claim To Court?

Have you been the victim of someone else’s negligence only to have them deny all responsibility? Have you been struggling to get a fair offer of compensation from your insurance company after an accident? While personal injury claims are intended to help those injured cover the extensive medical, economic and non-economic costs associated with an injury, what happens when the other side refuses to pay?

Most of the time, the negligent party or reluctant insurance company can be persuaded through negotiation or arbitration to settle on fair and just compensation. For instance, allowing a third party to guide negotiations or make decisions offers several advantages in reaching a fair agreement or compromise.

However, when these methods fail or the other side refuses to come to the table, then it is time to take them to court. Litigation, while it might take months or even years before a judge or jury makes a decision, could be your only chance at a fair recovery. Fortunately, with the help of a skilled and experienced personal injury litigation lawyer, you can face the process with confidence.

What Is Litigation, And What Is the Process Like In New Jersey?

Litigation is the process of bringing a formal lawsuit. In this case, your suit would be brought against the insurance company that is supposed to pay for your medical care or the party responsible for your injury.

You might assume the ultimate endpoint of any litigation would be a courtroom proceeding with a verdict from a judge or jury. However, most litigation never gets that far. In most cases, the other party ends up agreeing to a fair settlement or negotiating a deal, once they realise you are serious about taking them to court.

It is the strength of your claim and evidence, along with the skill of your litigation lawyer, that determines the outcome. Indeed, most of the stages of litigation focus on gathering, analyzing and presenting that evidence, not arguments between lawyers in a courtroom.

The stages of litigation typically include:

• Investigation: Your lawyer prepares for litigation by gathering evidence of all kinds.
• Filing the claim: Formally notifying the other party of your lawsuit and demands.
• Discovery: Both sides share evidence, take formal depositions and prepare their arguments.
• Negotiation or Mediation: With or without an independent mediator, both sides make offers and counteroffers. Most cases end here with a settlement.
• Trial: The few cases that do not settle will see a courtroom where both parties argue their claims relying on the evidence and expert witnesses they gathered. A settlement can often still be reached at any point until the final verdict is spoken.
• Appeal: If either side believes errors were committed or an injustice done, they might appeal a trial’s outcome, which can further extend the entire process.

Trials and appeals can be expensive in New Jersey. That’s one reason why most litigation never gets that far, especially when your claim is in the hands of a lawyer with integrity. It’s crucial to have someone on your side who genuinely advocates for your best interest and a favorable outcome, rather than trying to line their pockets.

Why Choose Lawyer Edward Blinder To Handle Your Litigation

Edward Blinder has built his practice on helping the injured, working with accident victims, doctors, and experts to ensure insurance companies don’t get away with putting profits before people. He prioritizes educating clients because only when you understand the process and possible outcomes can you make genuine decisions about it.

He will personally handle your litigation and never hand you off to a paralegal. As your litigation lawyer, he will always be available to answer your questions, candidly discuss costs and help set honest and realistic expectations.

Need To Fight For Your Recovery In New Jersey? Call Edward Blinder

We know how scary the courts can be. That’s why you need an experienced and compassionate attorney who will guide you every step of the way. Every day you wait to contact a litigation attorney increases the chances that the insurance company will get away with cheating you out of the compensation you need and deserve.

Call (848) 201-3667 today, and set up a free consultation to discuss your situation, options, and possible outcomes.