Who Is Responsible for a Trucking Accident Injury?
Getting into a trucking accident is a stressful experience, and you have many things about which to think. You are likely asking yourself how to decide who is at fault when an accident takes place. In most cases, the insurance companies go with anything law enforcement decides. If the police decide the truck driver is at fault, insurance companies will have a much harder time fighting it. Also, the driver who caused the accident is legally at fault. If the truck driver broke a traffic law when he caused the accident, getting the outcome you want is much easier. The team at Craig Annin & Baxter Law will have your back if you need accident lawyers in Woodbury NJ.
Possible Injuries Trucking accidents are much more serious than car accidents. The location of the accident also determines how bad your injuries might be. If an accident takes place in the city or stop-and-go traffic, the reduced speed could lower the severity of your injuries. On the other hand, trucking accidents that take place on the freeway are much more serious. You could face scrapes, cuts, and fractures on the low end. If you are in a serious trucking accident, you could face broken bones and lasting injuries.
Why You Need Accident Lawyers in Woodbury NJ Insurance companies put their interests before yours. When you file a claim, they want to know how they can reduce the compensation you get. They want to pay as little as possible to maintain their profitability, and you could get stuck facing many of the expenses alone. The team at Craig, Annin & Baxter Law has experience dealing with insurance companies and knows how to give you the highest possible odds of success. We stand by your side and give you peace of mind from start to finish. If you would like to enjoy the best possible odds of getting the outcome for which you have been hoping, call us today.
Municipal Entity Representation: Why They Need Lawyers Too
If you have been elected to a position on a governing body, congratulations and condolences. This may be your first elected position and you may find that the adage, be careful what you wish for, is all too true. Governing a municipality is a challenging undertaking;...
RED FLAG LAWS: WHAT ARE THEY AND DO WE HAVE ONE IN NEW JERSEY?
The national debate about gun control includes the prospect of Congress taking up consideration of expanded background checks and “red flag” laws. You might wonder what a “red flag” law is and how it may apply. New Jersey has a red flag law called the “Extreme Risk...
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Boating season is here, and this means good times out on the water. It also brings with it a serious responsibility for your own safety as well as the safety of your family. There are certain precautions that you will need to take in order to stay completely safe out...
WHEN CAN FINANCIAL PENALTIES BE USED TO DETER NON-COMPLIANCE WITH A MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT?
20-2-2066 Holtham v. Lucas, N.J. Super. App. Div. (Ostrer, J.) (18 pp.) Plaintiff appealed from the trial court’s order requiring him to pay defendant $150 per day of plaintiff’s non-compliance with a provision of the parties’ marital settlement agreement that...
SPOUSAL SUPPORT IN NEW JERSEY: WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?
Spousal support, sometime called alimony, may be ordered in New Jersey divorces in certain situations. An order for spousal support is not guaranteed, so you should consider consulting with the Woodbury family lawyers from Craig Annin & Baxter if you believe...
Splitting the Equity in My Home During a Divorce
Are you planning to divorce your spouse? One of the most important things to keep in mind is that you will need to divide up the equity in your home. Equity can be defined as the difference between the value of your home and the amount of money that you still owe on...
How Long Does a Personal Injury Case Usually Take?
Personal injuries lawsuits are unfortunately common. We say unfortunately because we don’t like the fact that there are people out there who are still getting injured through no fault of their own. Our crowded streets make these events more likely to occur. We...
New Jersey Courts Address Parental Liability for Underage Drinking and Going Forward Imposes Liability on Underage Adults Who Host
On June 6, 2019 the New Jersey Superior Court’s Appellate Division, the intermediate appeals court, decided whether homeowners whose children consume alcohol and allow other underage adults to consume alcoholic beverages at their home are liable for resulting...
A New Jersey state court entered a $27.65 million judgment for UFC
A New Jersey state court entered a $27.65 million judgment for UFC middleweight contender Yoel Romero following a damages trial involving a tainted training supplement that led to a suspension and lost professional opportunities, his legal team said today. Entered by...
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Going Through a Divorce
Going through a divorce is an emotionally taxing time. It can be easy to let emotions get the best of you. Avoid making these serious mistakes to keep your divorce as stress-free and cost-effective as possible. Waiting Too Long to Consult with an Experienced Divorce...