Legal Blog

• Nov 26, 2021
• Antonucci Law

In almost all states, New Jersey not being an exception, liability coverage is the commonly required level of auto insurance, and drivers must buy a minimum amount of liability coverage. Even though meeting a state’s minimum coverage requirements might be enough to get you on the road, chances are that you need more insurance than the state requires.

• Nov 15, 2021

Having enough auto insurance is critical and driving without insurance is against the law. Unfortunately, despite drivers knowing about the importance of auto insurance, many continue getting behind the wheel without insurance. Even for those who purchase insurance coverage, many do not purchase enough. Many auto accidents in New Jersey involve either uninsured or underinsured drivers.

• Nov 03, 2021

After an auto accident, medical bills can pile up quickly. If you get involved in a New Jersey auto accident and end up suffering injuries, you might be taken from the accident scene by an ambulance to the emergency room. Once at the emergency room, you will undergo an examination. After the examination, you might be admitted to the hospital. In the end, you might receive medical bills from, among others, the ambulance, ER, hospital, doctors, and other medical professionals who treated you. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you could be looking at tens of thousands or even more in medical bills.

• Oct 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Personal injury lawsuits come in many varieties, from car accidents to slip-and-fall incidents and everything in between. But no matter the details of your personal injury claim, there is one thing that all such cases have in common—you can benefit from working with an experienced personal injury attorney. Keep reading to find out how we can help you with your case.

• Sep 28, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Each state has its own Workers Compensation laws that differ in various ways from all of the other states. New Jersey is no exception but the basic principle of the “Grand Bargain” remains the same. Under the Grand Bargain, a worker surrenders his right to sue his boss and his co-employees for negligence should an injury occur at work. This happens by operation of law upon the acceptance of employment. In exchange for giving up that right, the worker is entitled to workers’ compensation benefits whenever injured on the job, even if the injury was the worker’s own fault.

• Sep 24, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Work-related injuries are often complex issues because of the relationship between employee and employer. If you’re injured at work, who do you report it to? What’s the first thing you should do? How do you file a report with your employer? These are questions that many people don’t consider until an injury has already occurred in the workplace. If you’ve been injured at work in the New Jersey area, keep reading to learn what to do next.

• Sep 21, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Many states have a minimum amount of required coverage for drivers, but what many drivers don’t know is that the basic required coverage is often not enough to offer any true relief to you if you’re injured in an accident. While we’re not a car insurance company, we’ve seen firsthand how insufficient coverage can prevent those injured through no fault of their own from receiving the complete compensation they need. Keep reading to learn why that basic recommended car insurance likely isn’t enough if you’re ever involved in an accident.

• Sep 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Accidents happen. Sometimes, you’re going to get hurt where there will be very little you can do besides focus on the recovery. But, in some cases, your not-at-fault accident could require the assistance of a personal injury attorney in order to receive pain and suffering compensation that will help cover medical and related expenses. Use this checklist of questions to determine whether or not you should be getting in touch with an experienced attorney.

• Aug 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Imagine that you are badly injured in a car accident through no issue of your own. You are hurried to the medical clinic, where the specialists piece you back along with a few surgeries. You couldn't say whether or when you will be able to work once more. The hospital expenses are stacking up. You are falling behind on your mortgage, bills, and vehicle installments.

• Aug 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

If you have endured a physical injury because of an accident, you may need to speak with an insurance agency to complete your personal injury claim before receiving your settlement. This conversation might take place after you are in a not-at-fault car accident where you might be negotiating with the vehicle insurance agency of the at-fault driver. If the injury took place following a fall at a supermarket, you will need to inquire about compensation options with the company's insurer. Either way, there are a few things you should know about the insurance process that will help you receive the full payment owed.

• Jul 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Car and semi-truck accidents both result in harm and destruction. However, the varying degree of injuries, damages, liabilities, involvement of insurance companies, and investigations largely differ. Being involved in either of these two unfortunate circumstances can cause a serious impact on one’s quality of life and career. This is why knowing what to do and who to call is important when faced with these tragic disasters.

• Jul 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

As a responsible driver, you have car insurance to give you peace of mind in case of a mishap. Lamentably, not every person is so careful. A huge number of individuals hit the road consistently without auto insurance. If you end up getting in a mishap with one of them, you could be on the hook for medical expenses as well as the cost to repair or replace involved vehicles.

• Jun 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Serious slip and fall accidents can often be avoided when equipment and facilities are properly maintained or repaired. Imagine walking down the stairs in an office building and grabbing a loose handrailing for balance. Without a stable railing to hold onto, you fall down the remaining stairs and break your hip as well as hit your head. Such incidents are the result of a failure to exercise reasonable quality of care on the part of the property manager or owner. If you have recently fallen due to such negligence, here is what you can expect during your slip and fall injury claim process.

• Jun 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

You've perhaps heard the phrase, "personal injury" when referring to insurance claims. This is the legal term applied when someone has received an injury or suffered emotional harm as the result of someone else's actions. More to the point, personal injury is caused by carelessness, negligence, or the inability to avoid potential risk. However, there are many elements that can impact the outcome of an insurance claim or court case. Here is what you need to know about how the courts view personal injury.

• May 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

Accidents involving serious injuries can require expensive medical care and time away from your day-to-day responsibilities. If your injuries are due to negligence or reckless actions on the part of the other involved party or property owner, a certified civil trial attorney who specializes in fighting for the rights of the injured can provide experienced counsel on your options for recovering some of the medical costs and lost wages. Although the hope is always that an accident never occurs, if you are injured in a not-at-fault accident, remember these top benefits of working with a certified civil trial attorney.

• May 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

When an accident happens, serious injuries are often the result. Whether it be a car accident or a slip and fall accident, the steps to take to recuperate owed compensation to cover your medical expenses can be overwhelming and debilitating. You may feel intimidated speaking with insurance adjusters, pressured to accept a reduced payment that does not cover your medical expenses or frustrated with the insurance claims process overall. The good news is you do not have to handle your insurance claim alone. A personal injury legal attorney can assist you through this process from filing the claim to receiving your payment in full.

• Apr 15, 2021
• Antonucci Law

When an individual is associated with an accident that is caused by another party's carelessness, the injured party generally has the privilege to pursue a personal injury claim to recuperate remuneration for the harms that the person sustains. However, when the injured person dies because of such carelessness, a wrongful death claim might emerge.

• Apr 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

When you have a car accident, there are a couple of important things you need to do to ensure you are secured. First of all, stop if you are associated with an accident. It is your legal commitment. Even if you don't think there was any harm, you need to stop your vehicle.

• Mar 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

New Jersey car insurance customers have the power over types of components that impact the expense of their car insurance. Take control of the money you pay with these tips.

• Feb 01, 2021
• Antonucci Law

After a car accident, there are some actions you should make immediately. Those actions include pulling over, making sure everyone is alright and no one requires emergency medical care, reporting the accident to the police, and exchanging data with the other driver(s). Also, a piece of that information should include insurance data—particularly if you are not at fault.