0 0 Practice Areas New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the nation. In 2013, there were a total of 283,115 car crashes resulting in 489 fatalities and 57,650 injured motorists. Bergen County had 31,141 accidents; Middlesex County had 28,461 accidents; Essex County had 25,555 accidents, and Union County had 18,988 accidents. These crash records may be found on the State of New Jersey Department of Transportation website. The types of cases that our New Jersey car accident lawyers handle include : Automobile Accident Truck Accident Bus Accident Motorcycle Accident Rear End Accident Seat Back Failure Pedestrian Accident NJ Auto Insurance Automobile Accident New York and New Jersey personal injury law firm representing victims of car accidents. Handling automobile accidents in New Jersey can be complicated because New Jersey’s automobile insurance laws are extremely complex. New York’s car insurance laws are not any easier to comprehend. The attorneys at Mintz & Geftic understand the complex legal and insurance issues. We will explain how your own insurance policy can limit your rights to bring a lawsuit for personal injuries even if the other driver is 100% at fault. We will explain the importance of how uninsured and underinsurance coverage provided in your own policy can extend or limit your recovery if you are seriously injured. Experience: Our partners have over 100 years combined experience in handling automobile cases. We pride ourselves in honest, intelligent, responsive and aggressive representation. Our attorneys will identify the parties responsible for your injury and file claims against the individual, partnership, corporation or any other entity responsible. We will vigorously fight for your rights to medical benefits and compensation for your injuries and for your pain and suffering. Truck Accident New York and New Jersey personal injury law firm representing victims of truck accidents A large percentage of fatalities in motor vehicle accidents involve a truck. Every year thousands of motorists and truck drivers are either killed or seriously injured in accidents involving a truck. The accidents may be caused by driver error, the negligence of the trucking company, including mechanical failures, reckless driving, inadequate driver training and often driver fatigue. Finding the precise cause can be difficult and time consuming. We will carefully examine the facts of each accident. We will retain experienced engineering experts to help determine which trucking regulations and Federal and State laws apply to each accident. Our attorneys have over 100 years of experience in handling truck accident cases. We pride ourselves on honest, smart, responsive and aggressive representation. Our attorneys will identify the parties responsible for your injury and file claims against the individual, partnership, corporation or any other entity. We will vigorously fight for your rights to medical benefits, full compensation for your injuries, and for your pain and suffering. Motorcycle Accident New York and New Jersey law firm helping victims of motorcycle accidents seek compensation. As every biker knows, motorcycle accidents are a commonplace occurrence on the roads and highways of New York and New Jersey. Drivers often simply don’t see motorcyclists, or they are not paying attention and may be distracted while driving. Frequently, collisions occur when other drivers cut off, bump, rear end or tip motorcyclists over. Despite the state’s helmet law, these accidents can be catastrophic and life-changing. In New Jersey, motorcyclists cannot avail themselves of the protection of personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. This means their insurance will not cover medical bills resulting from motorcycle accidents. A key issue in pursuing claims for this type of accident is determining whether coverage is available through the insurance of the driver who hit the motorcyclist. At Mintz & Geftic, we have a proven track record of producing multi-million dollar recoveries for our clients who have been victims of vehicle accidents. Rear End Accidents New Jersey premier personal injury law firm providing assistance for victims of rear-end accidents. Rear-end collisions can happen in the blink of an eye. They can happen anywhere, at any speed. Perhaps you were waiting at a stop sign or traffic light when another car slammed into you. Or perhaps you were on the highway in rush hour when traffic came to a sudden halt. Unfortunately, rear-end collisions can lead to lifelong injuries and long-term disabilities, and are oftentimes, fatal. Rear-end collisions may be caused by distracted driving or texting while driving. The types of cases that our motor vehicle accident lawyers handle include : Brain Injuries and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI); Bicycle Accidents; Bus Accidents; Drunk Driving Accidents; Distracted Driving; Garden State Parkway Accidents; Head-On Collisions; Hit and Run Accidents; Intersection Accidents; Side Impact Accidents; Motorcycle Accidents; Multi-Car Crash Accidents; New Jersey Turnpike Accidents; Rear-End Collisions; Rollover Accidents; Single-Car Accidents; Spinal Cord Injuries; Tractor Trailer Accidents; Uninsured/Underinsured Accidents; and Wrongful Death Accidents. Seat Back Failure Elizabeth, New Jersey’s top accident lawyers helping victims of seat back failure. Seat back failure is a serious defect in many vehicles that causes numerous injuries and fatalities every single year, often times to children. Seat back failure occurs when a car is rear-ended and the defective front seat breaks at the hinge, sending the occupant backwards into the seat behind them with great force and no restraint. Rear-end collisions may be caused by distracted driving or texting while driving. Seat back failure can potentially make these types of accidents far more dangerous. At Mintz & Geftic, our seat back failure attorneys have a proven track record of fighting for our clients who have been victims of motor vehicle accidents. Pedestrian Accident New Jersey and New York law firm representing personal injury victims of pedestrian accidents. Unfortunately drivers may not be paying attention while driving; they may be distracted or even texting while driving. Because of its high population density, New Jersey has one of the highest rates of pedestrian fatalities in the country. Intersections near highway on-ramps are ripe for these types of accidents. Visibility is reduced and speeds are high. Cars often hit pedestrians who are legally crossing in a crosswalk. Unfortunately, this type of car accident often results in serious — potentially fatal — injuries to the pedestrian. The types of cases that our pedestrian accident lawyers handle include : Brain Injuries and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI); Bicycle Accidents; Bus Accidents; Drunk Driving Accidents; Distracted Driving; Garden State Parkway Accidents; Head-On Collisions; Hit and Run Accidents; Intersection Accidents; Side Impact Accidents; Motorcycle Accidents; Multi-Car Crash Accidents; New Jersey Turnpike Accidents; Rear-End Collisions; Rollover Accidents; Single-Car Accidents; Spinal Cord Injuries; Tractor Trailer Accidents; Uninsured/Underinsured Accidents; and Wrongful Death Accidents. NJ Auto Insurance New York and New Jersey personal injury law firm representing victims of truck accidents Most people have a very limited understanding of New Jersey automobile insurance. In order to protect yourself and your family, it is important that you review your insurance policy selections with an attorney. This will help assure that you and your family are protected in the event of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. You should understand the different types of policies and the variety of coverage offered in the insurance companies’ selection pamphlets. You must know the difference between a standard policy, a basic policy and a special policy. You should understand the meaning of the term “Lawsuit Option”. Medical benefits vary with all policies, as does the amount of coverage. Understanding the importance of uninsured motorist coverage and underinsured motorist coverage is critical. The attorneys at Mintz & Geftic are always available to answer your questions concerning automobile insurance even if you have not been in an accident or suffered any injuries. If you are purchasing or renewing your automobile insurance, feel free to call the attorneys at Mintz & Geftic to help you understand the insurance that you are purchasing. Elizabeth, New Jersey Accident Lawyers Our accident lawyers give personal attention to all of our clients. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, call us today at 908-352-2323 or send us an email. Our car accident injury lawyers serve clients involved in bus accidents, truck accidents, rear-end accidents and pedestrian accidents. The MG Lawfirm’s Accident Injury Lawyers represent clients throughout New Jersey and New York, including the cities of Newark, Elizabeth, Jersey City, Hackensack, and Morris, Bergen, Hudson, Union and Middlesex counties. We have offices in Elizabeth, New Jersey and New York City. 0 accident lawyerMotor Vehicle Accidents Related Posts Bryan Mintz Named NJ Super Lawyer 2026 | 13 Years Straight Bryan Mintz Named to Super Lawyers 2026 for 13th Consecutive Year Mintz & Geftic Partner Recognized Again for Excellence in Personal Injury Law Bryan Mintz, a partner at Mintz & Geftic, has once again been selected to the Super Lawyers 2026 list, marking his 13th consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes outstanding attorneys who have demonstrated a high degree of professional achievement and peer recognition. Bryan Mintz’s continued inclusion reflects his long-standing commitment to advocating for individuals seriously injured due to negligence. What the Super Lawyers 2026 Recognition Means The Super Lawyers selection process is rigorous and includes peer… 1 0 1 06 Apr 2026 $430,000 settlement arising out of automobile accident $430,000 settlement arising out of automobile accident. (Bergen County, New Jersey 2001). 0 0 0 11 Aug 2015 Traffic Fatalities Decline Nationally, but New Jersey Sees Alarming Increase In the first half of 2024, the United States experienced a slight decline in traffic-related fatalities, with a 3.2% decrease in fatalities compared to the same period in 2023, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite the nationwide drop, New Jersey has become a troubling outlier, recording a sharp increase in traffic deaths on its roads, raising concerns among state officials and safety experts alike. Rising Traffic Deaths in New Jersey As of September 2024, traffic fatalities in New Jersey have surged by 13.8% compared to traffic deaths over the same timeframe in 2023. State Police data reveal that 417 people… 0 0 0 06 Nov 2024 Flash Freeze Coming – What New Jersey Drivers Need to Know New Jersey is getting ready for the first major winter storm of 2019. One major hazard of this storm that we don’t come across often is a Flash Freeze. This refers to a rapid and significant drop in temperatures, causing any standing water to freeze on roadways and sidewalks. Here’s a great summary we received on the potential impacts of the Flash Freeze from top New Jersey weather resource Jonathan Carr. Carr is better known as JC to the 232k+ facebook followers on his Weather NJ page. “Lastly, once precipitation clears out to the East Sunday afternoon, temperatures will continue to drop well-below freezing statewide. By… 4 0 4 18 Jan 2019 How Much is My Personal Injury Case Worth? – Accident Injury Blog If you have been seriously injured in an accident and would like to discuss your potential case with an attorney, call or text us today at 908-352-2323. Consultations with our personal injury attorneys are always free. “How much is my case worth?” Clients that we meet with are dealing with serious accident injuries like broken bones, nerve damage, burns, severe back pain, or traumatic brain injury. They may have been involved in a serious car or truck accident. They may have taken a bad fall, possibly slipping on ice or snow. They may have been injured on the job in a work accident or… 4 0 4 14 Dec 2021 Bryan Mintz Selected to Super Lawyers “Top 100 in New Jersey” List Mintz & Geftic is pleased to announce that partner Bryan Mintz has been named to the “Top 100 Lawyers in New Jersey” list by Super Lawyers. The Top 100 list will be displayed in Super Lawyers® magazine and also featured in April’s edition of NJ Monthly. Only five percent of attorneys across the state are designated as Super Lawyers, which Bryan has now achieved for the sixth straight year. An even smaller percentage of attorneys are chosen for the “Top 100” list. Super Lawyers Selection Process The annual selections are based on a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer… 0 0 0 03 Apr 2019 $531,000 settlement arising out of an automobile accident $531,000 settlement of an automobile accident case, of which $430,000 was for negligence and $101,000 was for workers’ compensation benefits. The case involved mild traumatic brain injuries suffered by the plaintiff (Monmouth County, New Jersey 2015) 0 0 0 10 Nov 2015 RED LIGHT RUNNING DEATHS AT 10-YEAR HIGH Most New Jersey drivers have had it happen to them at least a couple of times. You’re sitting at a red light and it turns green. You step on the gas pedal. Just as your car starts to move. a vehicle comes speeding through the intersection from your left or right, completely ignoring their red light. You (hopefully) hit your brakes just in time, avoiding a major accident. You then utter to yourself (or maybe shout out the window), “you could have killed somebody driving like that!”. Perhaps you also included an expletive or two. Well, that statement is even more true now than… 0 0 0 20 Nov 2019 Top 10 Items That New Jersey Residents Should Know About Automobile Insurance 1. The Coverages : There are 5 types of coverages A. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) – This is the coverage that pays the doctors if you are injured in an accident. PIP pays your medical bills even if you caused the accident (sometimes called “No Fault”). B. Liability – This covers damages suffered by others in accidents you cause, and also provides for a lawyer to defend you if you are sued. Liability coverage includes both bodily injury and property damage. C. 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While we’ve had some snowy days around the state this winter, this storm is going to be the… 1 0 1 27 Jan 2022 Alert for New Jersey Uber Passengers & Drivers A New Jersey bill has been signed into law that will regulate ride sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft in the Garden State. This new law, known as the Transportation Network Company (TNC) Safety and Regulatory Act, includes some important info that effects both drivers and passengers. Here’s the top things you should know: Insurance Coverage for Uber Passengers Injured in Accidents In the past, auto insurance companies have told ride-share passengers injured in accidents that their personal policies would not cover them. Under this new law, every passenger will now be covered. As New Jersey accident lawyers, this part of the law is something… 0 0 0 01 Mar 2017 Super Lawyer 2024 – Bryan Mintz Named to List Again! NJ personal injury attorney Bryan Mintz has received the Super Lawyer honor once again! Bryan, who represents injured victims of car and truck accidents, has now made this list eleven straight years! This honor is a credit to Bryan and the whole team at Mintz & Geftic Personal Injury Law Firm. 2024 – The Super Lawyer Selection Process Only five percent of attorneys across the whole state of New Jersey are designated as Super Lawyers each year. In order to be eligible for this prestigious title, an attorney in New Jersey must go through a rigorous selection process. Candidates must first be nominated by… 0 0 0 30 Apr 2024 Bryan H. Mintz is on the 2017 New Jersey Super Lawyers List Mintz & Geftic of Elizabeth, New Jersey is pleased to announce that Bryan Mintz has been selected to the 2017 New Jersey Super Lawyers list. This is the fourth year in a row that Mr. Mintz has received this recognition. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. 0 0 0 31 Mar 2017 Thanksgiving Travel: Best & Worst Times to Drive in 2025 The cold air has settled in, the last of the leaves are falling from New Jersey’s trees, and Thanksgiving week is here again. Getting the chance to spend quality time with loved ones while enjoying some turkey and pumpkin pie always makes this holiday special. But as New Jersey’s premier car accident law firm, we also know that holiday weekends bring some of the most hazardous conditions on our roadways. This year is no exception. In fact, Thanksgiving 2025 is shaping up to be one of the busiest – and riskiest – travel periods ever. Thanksgiving 2025 Travel by the Numbers Record travel across… 0 0 0 24 Nov 2025 Leave a comment Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment.
