South Jersey Laws

Automobile Personal Injury Cases

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Automobile accidents - Basic information at a glance about insurance issues and lawsuits related to vehicles.

Comparative and contributory negligence - If a person injured in an automobile accident was also at fault, the law may limit damages depending on the level of fault.

Time limits on filing a lawsuit - A person injured in an automobile accident has a limited amount of time from the date of the accident in which to sue to recover for injuries suffered.

Auto insurance and personal injury protection - Many state auto insurance companies provide coverage that pays the medical and hospital bills for persons injured in an auto accident.

Auto insurance threshold - In an effort to control rising auto insurance costs, some states limit the right to sue for pain and suffering.

Auto insurance and un/underinsured drivers - Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage protects people involved in auto accidents when the other driver lacks proper insurance.

Auto insurance and property damage - If a person's automobile insurance does not include "collision" coverage, it may be necessary to file a lawsuit to pay for property repairs.

Winning damages in a lawsuit - In an effort to control rising auto insurance costs, some states limit a person's ability to sue for pain and suffering to instances of serious or permanent injuries.

Pedestrians and automobile accidents - Pedestrians are also protected by insurance if they suffer an injury because of an automobile accident.

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