New Jersey Car Accident Attorneys

Every year, tens of thousands of people are injured in auto accidents in New Jersey alone. According to the New Jersey Department of Transportation, there were over 61,000 injury-causing car accidents in 2017 and nearly 600 fatal collisions the same year. Sadly, many car crashes are the result of negligence.

If you suffered serious injuries in a car accident and you believe someone else is at fault, we encourage you to reach out to our team of experienced New Jersey car accident attorneys as soon as possible. You may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries and other losses.

Contact The Donnelly Law Firm today for a free consultation; call (800) 398-1866 or submit an online contact form.

When Negligence Leads to Serious Auto Accidents

As previously mentioned, car accidents are commonly caused by negligence. Driving a large, heavy motor vehicle requires skill, precision, and care, but far too many motorists are distracted, careless, or even reckless—often with devastating consequences.

Some of the most common causes of car accidents that can be attributed to negligence include:

• Distracted driving, including texting or using a cell phone while driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
• Speeding, including excessive speeding and reckless driving
• Unsafe and/or illegal actions, such as running red lights or stop signs
• Failure to yield the right-of-way
• Following too closely, or “tailgating”
• Engaging in road rage behaviors, such as swerving in and out of lanes
• Defective or dangerous roadway design/construction
• Defective car design and/or defective auto parts, such as tires

This list is not exhaustive; if you were involved in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligent actions, reach out to The Donnelly Law Firm to find out how we can help you fight for the fair recovery you are owed.

What If You Share Some of the Fault for the Accident?

In cases where two or more parties are partially at-fault for an accident, the state of New Jersey follows what is known as the modified comparative fault rule. This rule only comes into play in cases that proceed to trial. There, a jury will be asked to determine the total amount of damages sustained by the plaintiff. They will then be asked to determine what percentage of fault lies with the plaintiff. This amount will be deducted from the total award.

For example, if you were rear-ended by someone who was texting and driving but your car’s taillights were out at the time of the accident, a jury may find you 10% at-fault for the incident. If your total damages amount to $10,000—including the cost of medical treatment you received for your injuries, lost wages from time taken off work to obtain treatment and recover, and general pain and suffering—you will only be able to recover 10% less than the full amount, or $9,000.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

Serious car accidents can and often do have long-lasting effects. The Donnelly Law Firm can help you fight for the compensation you are owed to help you begin the healing process and start moving forward with your life. We assist victims of all types of vehicle accidents, including car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian-auto accidents. With over 50 years of combined experience and more than $140 million successfully recovered for our clients, our New Jersey car accident attorneys will help you navigate the legal process.

Call us today at (800) 398-1866 or fill out and submit an online contact form to get started with your free initial consultation.