Personal Injury | McHugh & Imbornone, P.A. Law Office https://www.minjlaw.com FindLaw IM Template Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:59:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 Why you need an attorney after a motor vehicle accident /blog/2024/12/why-you-need-an-attorney-after-a-motor-vehicle-accident/ Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:59:20 +0000 /?p=48279 You have a lot on your plate after being injured in a car accident. Your pain and suffering might feel overwhelming, and you can also experience limited mobility and emotional turmoil. As if that’s not enough, you’re also bound to face significant financial losses in the form of medical expenses, lost wages and rehabilitation costs. Taken together, all these forces…

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]]> How a contingency fee makes legal representation affordable /blog/2024/06/how-a-contingency-fee-makes-legal-representation-affordable/ Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:14:43 +0000 /?p=48250 A lot of car accident victims consider taking legal action against those who caused them harm. Yet, many of them end up foregoing a lawsuit out of fear that the cost of legal representation will devastate their finances and that they won’t be able to afford an attorney while they wait for their personal injury case to play out. That’s…

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]]> The factors that affect the severity of a spinal cord injury /blog/2024/04/the-factors-that-affect-the-severity-of-a-spinal-cord-injury/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:18:38 +0000 /?p=48238 Car crashes and other serious accidents can lead to significant injuries, including those to the spinal cord. Dealing with an injury to this area can be complex and will likely require considerable medical care.  Understanding a bit about these injuries can help victims and their loved ones work through the process of healing and moving forward with life.  Complete and…

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]]> Is it dangerous to sleep after a head injury? /blog/2024/02/is-it-dangerous-to-sleep-after-a-head-injury/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:31:28 +0000 /?p=48231 For many years, people assumed that it was too dangerous to sleep after suffering a serious head injury. They would try to keep injury victims awake, often fearing that a person who fell asleep would never wake up. It was generally thought that a head injury could become fatal if the person was asleep, but they would survive if they…

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]]> Reasons why you shouldn’t trust an insurance company /blog/2024/02/reasons-why-you-shouldnt-trust-an-insurance-company/ Tue, 20 Feb 2024 07:32:34 +0000 /?p=48229 After your car accident, you’re going to be contacted by one or more insurance companies. Although they might guise their approach as looking out for your best interests, the truth is that insurance company representatives are doing nothing more than looking for ways to pay you as little as possible for your accident. Therefore, while they’re analyzing your accident to…

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]]> What should you know about traumatic brain injuries? /blog/2024/01/what-should-you-know-about-traumatic-brain-injuries/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:35:57 +0000 /?p=48225 Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a severe health concern with potentially devastating consequences. These injuries can occur in various situations, from accidents to slip-and-falls. Understanding their nature and implications is crucial. There are several points a TBI victim should understand. Consider these points to get started:  Delayed symptoms are possible  One significant challenge with traumatic brain injuries is that symptoms…

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]]> 5 ways to maximize your financial recovery after an accident /blog/2023/12/5-ways-to-maximize-your-financial-recovery-after-an-accident/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:35:57 +0000 /?p=48221 After your car accident, you’re going to experience significant damages. Financially speaking, you’ll likely incur overwhelming medical expenses, and your inability to work will leave you without the income that you’ve come to rely upon. Also, these financial constraints can continue for the foreseeable future given that your recovery can take quite a while. You’ll also be subjected to noneconomic…

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]]> Was your elbow injured during a fall?  /blog/2023/12/was-your-elbow-injured-during-a-fall/ Sun, 17 Dec 2023 19:18:45 +0000 /?p=48220 Slips and falls are one of the most common causes of accidental injuries in the U.S. The causes of slips and falls are numerous, and falls can happen anywhere, which is what makes them so dangerous.  A fall can hurt different parts of your body, but the arms and elbows often take the brunt of the impact. What are some…

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]]> Is the store owner responsible for your parking lot fall? /blog/2023/11/is-the-store-owner-responsible-for-your-parking-lot-fall/ Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:20:53 +0000 /?p=48212 Many times, a slip and fall in a parking lot results in a few bruises and some embarrassment. Still, other times, it can result in severe injuries, including fractures and traumatic brain injuries. When it comes to commercial parking lots, who is responsible for injuries? Is it the fault of the property owner or the customer? The duty of care…

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]]> Understanding how personal injury protection works /blog/2023/10/understanding-how-personal-injury-protection-works/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:26:47 +0000 /?p=48197 As a no-fault state, it is mandatory for New Jersey drivers to have minimum car insurance coverage, including personal injury protection (PIP). PIP pays for the medical care of the policyholder and everyone under the policy, no matter who is liable. Since there is no waiting time to resolve who is the at-fault driver, processing PIP payments often lasts only…

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