Our New Jersey Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyers Will Fight to Protect Your Rights and Help You Seek Fair Compensation for Your TBI in Mercer County, Middlesex County, Somerset County, or Elsewhere in NJ
You might be stopped at a red light when suddenly someone hits you from behind and your head slams against the steering wheel. Later, a doctor tells you that you have a brain injury. These types of accidents that can cause traumatic brain injuries happen in just seconds but can change your life for years.
We work hard to get you compensation for doctor bills, therapy costs, lost work time, and the pain you suffer. Your future depends on getting the right help.
Contact us today for a free talk about your brain injury case. Let us help you get back on your feet both health-wise and money-wise.
We Handle All Types of Accidents that Cause Traumatic Brain Injuries
Brain injuries can happen to anyone in countless situations. At The Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr, we've helped clients recover compensation for traumatic brain injuries caused by:
- Car crashes
- Falls on slippery floors
- Workplace accidents
- Sports injuries
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
How Much Compensation Can You Recover for Your Traumatic Brain Injury?
After a brain injury, you can recover two types of damages: economic and non-economic.
Economic damages cover your real costs with dollar amounts attached:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Property damage
- Home modifications needed due to disability
Non-economic damages address the human cost of your injury:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
The exact amount of compensation you can recover depends on several factors:
- How severe your brain injury is
- Whether you share any fault for the accident
- Available insurance coverage
- Long-term impact on your ability to work
- Quality of the evidence supporting your claim
Most insurers make lowball offers that don't come close to covering your needs. Our attorneys know how to calculate the true value of your claim and fight for every dollar you deserve.
Don't wait to discuss your case with us. Our lawyers handle all types of accidents that can cause traumatic brain injuries.
Laws Applicable to Traumatic Brain Injury Accident Cases
No-Fault Laws
New Jersey operates under a no-fault car insurance system. This means after an accident, you first turn to your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage regardless of who caused the accident. Standard policies cover up to $250,000 for catastrophic injuries like TBIs. But these benefits only cover medical expenses and some lost wages, not pain and suffering or other non-economic damages.
For these additional damages, you'll need to step outside the no-fault system.
Modified Comparative Negligence
New Jersey follows the 50% rule for comparative negligence. This means you can still recover damages even if you were partly at fault, as long as your share of blame doesn't exceed 50%.
Here's how this works in real life:
Imagine you suffered a brain injury in a crash where you were going slightly over the speed limit, but the other driver ran a red light. A jury might find you 20% at fault and the other driver 80% responsible. If your total damages equal $100,000, your recovery would be reduced by your percentage of fault, leaving you with $80,000.
But if you were found 51% responsible, you couldn't recover any compensation. That's why having an attorney who can effectively counter allegations of shared fault is crucial.
Statute of Limitations
In New Jersey, you have just two years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit for a traumatic brain injury. Miss this deadline, and you lose your right to compensation.
Don't hesitate to discuss your case with us. Our traumatic brain injury lawyers have recovered millions in compensation for people throughout New Jersey, and we're ready to fight for you too.
How Our Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help You Recover Compensation for Your Traumatic Brain Injury
Review Your Case and Report the Accident
Many TBI symptoms develop slowly. You might think you're fine after an accident, only to experience problems days or weeks later. Our attorneys can:
- Review the circumstances of your injury
- Make sure the accident is properly reported to police and insurance companies
- Connect you with medical specialists who understand TBIs
- Help document your symptoms as they evolve
File a PIP Claim with Your Insurance
New Jersey's insurance system is complicated, but we navigate it daily. We can help you:
- File your initial PIP claim correctly
- File your claim with the at-fault party’s insurer
- Appeal denied claims or coverage disputes
- Determine when you can step outside the no-fault system
Most brain injury victims don't realize they're entitled to benefits beyond what insurance adjusters initially approve. We make sure nothing is overlooked.
Gathering Crucial Evidence
Proving a brain injury case requires compelling evidence. Our team:
- Secures accident reports and witness statements
- Obtains and preserves video footage when available
- Arranges for expert testimony from neurologists and life-care planners
The strongest evidence often comes from those who knew you before and after the injury. We can show how your life has changed in ways medical scans might not capture.
Negotiate with Insurance Companies
Insurance companies use delay and denial tactics to avoid paying brain injury claims. We counter by:
- Taking over all communications so you don't say something that hurts your case
- Presenting evidence in the most compelling way
- Using our reputation as trial attorneys to strengthen negotiating power
- Recognizing and rejecting lowball offers
When insurers realize you have experienced attorneys on your side, their approach often changes dramatically.
Representing You in Court if Necessary
Most cases settle, but we prepare every case as if it's going to trial. If court becomes necessary, we:
- File your lawsuit within all required deadlines
- Guide you through deposition and discovery
- Present your case using trial techniques
- Make complex medical evidence understandable to jurors
- Tell your complete story—not just medical facts
Your brain injury changed your life in an instant. Let our lawyers help you recover the compensation you deserve for all types of accidents that can cause traumatic brain injuries. Discuss your situation with us.
Why Choose The Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr for Your Traumatic Brain Injury Case
At the Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr, we've been helping people like you for over 40 years all across New Jersey.
You Focus on Healing—We Handle the Legal Stuff
After a brain injury, life can feel scary and confusing. While you take care of your health, we deal with the legal side. We work to get you compensation for both your current needs and your future care. You don’t have to pay anything upfront—we only get paid if we win your case.
Trusted Strategies That Work
Over the years, we’ve learned what works best in brain injury cases. We dig deep to find the facts others miss—like how the accident happened and how it hurt your brain. We also team up with medical experts who can explain your injury in simple terms that judges and juries understand. We get ready as if every case will go to court, which helps us win strong settlements even before a trial.
Real Experience with Brain Injury Cases
Our team knows brain injury cases inside and out. The Brain Injury Association has even recognized our work. These types of injuries are often hard to prove because they don’t always show up on regular tests. But we know how to show how deeply a brain injury can affect your daily life. We also have top ratings for honesty and skill, which means you can trust us to fight for you and keep you in the loop.
We Keep You Informed Every Step of the Way
We understand that not knowing what’s going on makes things worse—especially if you're dealing with memory problems, headaches, or trouble thinking clearly. That’s why we keep in touch with regular updates. We answer your questions quickly and explain everything in plain language. You’ll always know what’s going on with your case and what we’re doing to help.
Talk to us today about your case and see why so many people across New Jersey trust the Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr after a traumatic brain injury.
Contact Our Traumatic Brain Injury Lawyers at The Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr Today for a Free Consultation
We understand that after a traumatic brain injury, even simple tasks can become overwhelming challenges. Whether you've experienced car crashes, falls, or other types of accidents that can cause traumatic brain injuries, we're here to help. While we can't undo your injury, we can help ease the financial burden it's created.
For help from traumatic brain injury lawyers in New Jersey, contact The Law Offices of Harold J. Gerr online or call today.
