Filing an Injury Claim Against NJ Transit
Filing an injury claim after an accident is never an easy thing to do, even when the accident is clearcut, and there is no question that another party caused the incident to take place. However, the process can be even more arduous when an injury accident occurs on a NJ transit train. Taking legal action against the government is usually much more complicated than between private entities. The government has a lot of power and typically does not like to be held accountable for mistakes.
If you were injured in a New Jersey Transit Accident, then you need experienced legal counsel guiding you and helping you through each step of the process. Filing your claim and following the rules is critical, and since the NJ transit system is considered a legal entity, how to obtain compensation is a little different than it is if you were in an average car accident.
Our South Jersey personal injury lawyer at Monaco Law PC understands the nuances that come with filing a claim against a government entity like the NJ transit system. If you were injured on a train in New Jersey, you still have rights even though the train is public. Monaco Law PC can help you get the compensation you deserve for the injuries you sustained.
Steps to Take to File A Claim Against the New Jersey Transit System
The transit system must take reasonable steps to ensure that passengers and workers are safe while using it. When injury accidents related to the NJ Transit occur, such as on one of the trains or buses or even at a station, there is a good possibility that the transit system will be liable for your damages.
One of the most notable differences in filing a claim against a public entity is the limited amount of time that a claimant has to act. Despite being injured and maybe even so catastrophically that you require extended medical treatment or care, it is still imperative that you follow the rules and everything is done on time. Title 59 sets a tort claim notice period of only 90 days from when your accident happened. You will be unable to file your claim if you do not first file your tort claim notice promptly. From there, you only have two years to start the process of filing a lawsuit against NJ Transit.
Therefore, right after your accident, there is little time to wait. First, you must seek medical attention as soon as possible. After you have been correctly diagnosed and put on a treatment plan, you must collect all of the evidence you can to support your claim. This would include photos or videos of your accident, or witness testimony where available, and anything else that can be persuasive and helpful. It is also necessary to contact the authorities about your accident to create a record and additional documentation supporting your claims of an accident taking place.
Speak to a New Jersey Title 59 Accident Injury Attorney Today
Our South Jersey Title 59 accident injury lawyer at Monaco Law PC, knows how to navigate complex Title 59 lawsuits. To schedule a free consultation where you can discuss your injury accident and to learn more about what you can do to recover compensation, please call (609) 277-3166 for our New Jersey office.
We are a New Jersey personal injury law firm serving Atlantic County, Burlington County, Cape May County, Camden County, Cumberland County, Gloucester County, Mercer County, Middlesex County, Ocean County, Salem County, and all of South Jersey.
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nj.gov/treasury/riskmgt/tort.shtml
