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**⚠️ NJ Slip & Fall Accident FAQ – What You Need to Know**
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall in New Jersey, the steps you take immediately after the accident can directly impact your ability to recover compensation.
✔ **Report the incident** to the property owner, store manager, or landlord and ask for an incident report
✔ **Take photos and videos** of the dangerous condition (wet floors, ice, snow, uneven surfaces, poor lighting)
✔ **Collect witness information** if anyone saw the fall
✔ **Seek medical treatment right away**, even if you feel okay—many injuries appear hours or days later
Property owners in New Jersey have a legal duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions. If they knew—or should have known—about a dangerous condition and failed to fix or warn about it, they may be held responsible for your injuries.
Slip and fall cases often involve **proving negligence and notice**, which is why documentation and early action are critical.
⚠️ **Important:** Insurance companies may try to blame you, request recorded statements, or offer quick settlements that do not reflect the true value of your case.
You have **2 years** to file a claim in New Jersey. However, if your fall occurred on government property, you must file a **Notice of Tort Claim within 90 days**.
📞 If you’ve been injured, contact **My NJ Injury Lawyer – Howard P. Lesnik, Esq.
🚗 NJ Car Accident FAQ – What You Need to Know
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in New Jersey, here are the key answers you need:
✔ Call the police and report the accident
✔ Get medical treatment immediately—even if symptoms appear later
✔ Your medical bills are usually covered by your own insurance through PIP (no-fault coverage)
✔ You may still have a claim for pain and suffering, depending on your injuries
✔ If the other driver has little or no insurance, you may have a claim under UM/UIM coverage
✔ The value of your case depends on your injuries, treatment, and permanency
✔ Most cases settle—but some require a lawsuit or trial
✔ You generally have 2 years to file a claim in New Jersey
⚠️ Important: Insurance companies often try to minimize claims or settle quickly for less than you deserve.
If you were injured in a New Jersey car accident, it’s important to understand your rights before speaking with the insurance company.
📞 My NJ Injury Lawyer – Howard P. Lesnik, Esq.
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🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀
Wishing everyone a fun, festive, and—most importantly—safe St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you’re enjoying a parade, gathering with friends, or wearing your best green, please celebrate responsibly.
🚗 If you’re going out, plan a safe ride home
🍻 Never drink and drive
👀 Stay alert for pedestrians and crowded streets
Let’s keep the luck of the Irish on your side all day long. Have a wonderful and safe celebration! 💚
— My NJ Injury Lawyer Howard P. Lesnik, LLC
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After an accident, clients often tell me the hardest part isn’t just the injury — it’s the stress, uncertainty, and dealing with insurance. That’s why I stay personally involved, responsive, and reachable throughout every case.
I’m grateful for these kind words:
“Thank you Howard for your assistance with my case… It was amazing to see how personally invested you were… responding on emails / calls / texts directly and being so reachable all along… Kudos to your professionalism as well as personal guidance on making sure I take care of my injuries.”
Helping injured New Jersey clients recover and move forward is why I do what I do.
If you or a loved one were hurt in a New Jersey car accident, I’m here to help.
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❄️ Happy Snow Day, New Jersey! ❄️
With schools and courts closed tomorrow, today is a great reminder to slow down, stay warm, and put safety first. Snow and ice can make roads, sidewalks, and parking lots especially dangerous.
✔️ Drive carefully and allow extra stopping distance
✔️ Watch for black ice on steps and walkways
✔️ Bundle up and limit unnecessary travel
If you do need to head out, take your time and look out for one another. Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy the snow day!
— My NJ Injury Lawyer | Howard P. Lesnik ⚖️☃️
Injured in a New Jersey Car Accident? Know Your Rights.
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Car accidents happen every day on New Jersey roads — from Route 22 and the Parkway to local neighborhood streets. If you or a loved one were injured in a crash, you may be dealing with medical bills, lost income, and insurance companies that don’t have your best interests in mind.
New Jersey’s car accident laws are complex, especially when it comes to no-fault insurance, PIP benefits, and the right to sue for pain and suffering. One mistake can cost you thousands.
At My NJ Injury Lawyer, we help accident victims understand their rights and fight for full compensation — medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
📞 Free consultation. No fee unless we win.
📍 Proudly representing injured drivers and passengers throughout New Jersey.
👉 Contact us today to protect your claim.