Serving Ocean County And Beyond Since 1979 In All Manner Of Legal Challenges

Toms River Personal Injury Attorneys

Have you sustained a serious injury in New Jersey as the result of an act of negligence by another?

Our law firm, located in Toms River, is led by an expert personal injury lawyer (certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Lawyer and Certified in Civil Trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy). We are here to help guide you through the process of recovery.

Legal Recourse

When a victim needs to seek legal recourse, hiring a skilled Certified Civil Trial attorney specializing in personal injury to protect their rights and their families is imperative. The attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, will aggressively represent your interests, investigate your case, and obtain a monetary award to compensate you and your family for the injuries suffered.

Step 1: Help You Handle Your Medical Expenses

Our first priority is to ensure your compensation for any medical expenses and the pain and suffering that you suffer in an accident. We have represented cases in Ocean County and beyond. We are here to help.

Step 2: Recover and Get Compensated For Your Injury

We help assist you with to win compensation for your medical bills, loss of work, pain and suffering, and loss for your family. All personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. This means our fee is paid when an award of settlement and/or a jury verdict is obtained.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injuries In New Jersey

The weeks and months following an incident that leaves you or your loved one with a personal injury lawsuit can be very confusing. At R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, our personal injury attorneys try to help our clients understand as much as possible. Here are some important answers:

What is a personal injury claim?

A personal injury claim is a legal action taken by someone who has suffered physical, emotional or financial harm due to another party’s negligent, reckless or intentional bad conduct. Personal injury claims are very common after auto accidents, traumatic brain injuries, slip-and-fall accidents, incidents involving defective products and more. A personal injury claim holds responsible parties accountable for their actions and are designed to compensate the victims through financial “damages.”

What types of damages can I claim in a personal injury case?

In the vast majority of personal injury claims in New Jersey, you can seek both economic and noneconomic damages. Economic damages or losses include things like immediate and ongoing medical expenses related to the victim’s injuries, lost wages and property damage. Noneconomic damages or losses include things like pain and suffering or the loss of enjoyment of life. Punitive damages, which are imposed to punish someone for their actions, are rarely available and are uncommon in this state.

How long does a personal injury case take?

Every claim is different. Many cases can be resolved through negotiation in a matter of months, while cases that are disputed can take years to resolve. In general, how quickly a personal injury claim is resolved depends upon the extent of the victim’s injuries and losses, the clarity of the evidence, and the willingness of both parties to be reasonable and fair.

What is the role of a personal injury lawyer?

A personal injury attorney knows how to value a claim accurately, can handle all the paperwork for your claim and communicate with the at-fault party’s insurer on your behalf. This allows you to focus on your recovery while your attorney looks for ways to maximize your compensation. If a claim moves to trial, they will advocate for your interests in court.

How can a personal injury lawyer help me?

A personal injury attorney can help you secure a much higher settlement than you can on your own, and they can stop you from being pressured into accepting a “lowball” offer and signing away your rights.

Personal Injury Situations

If you are worried or concerned about a pressing personal injury legal matter, please call us today at 732-505-1212, or fill-out our online form here, or visit us at our Toms River office at: 244 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08754