When you are injured because of another person’s actions or negligence, it makes sense to seek monetary compensation. After all, you may have medical bills to pay related to your accident. You may have missed time at work. You may be suffering from ongoing pain and suffering. You may even desire to punish the person responsible in cases where they were excessively or criminally negligent. As you pursue compensation, a personal injury attorney like the ones at Malamut Law will…

In any personal injury lawsuit, having evidence will be crucial to proving your case. As the plaintiff, you must establish four elements: The defendant owed you a duty of care. The defendant breached that duty of care. That breach was what caused your injuries. You incurred damages related to those injuries. Your medical records will be the main evidence you use to prove elements 3 and 4. Medical records are the perfect way to establish a timeline of your injuries…

In legal terms, personal injury refers to injuries inflicted on a person’s body rather than to their property or their reputation. In practice, personal injury law encompasses a wide range of cases and situations. The attorneys practicing personal injury law must be well-versed in various topics if they hope to effectively represent their clients. At Malamut Law, we have been practicing personal injury law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for more than 20 years. Here are the most common types…

If you’ve been hurt in an accident, you may be wondering, “Do I need an attorney?” While you can certainly go after a personal injury claim yourself, unless you know personal injury laws inside and out, it could do more harm than good. There’s an old adage in law: “A man who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client”. Below, we look at why an experienced attorney is the best place to go for personal injury resolution. Attorneys Know How to…

Seeing your child in pain is one of the worse things to experience. But what happens if someone caused that pain? Naturally, you’ll want to fight for your child’s rights and ensure they get the compensation they deserve. Below are some important points for dealing with New Jersey personal injury claims that involve children. Common New Jersey Personal Injury Claims Involving Children Any injury is awful, but injuries to children can be particularly tragic. Whether your children are on playgrounds, at school or in daycare, you trust these…

Suffering any type of personal injury puts a halt on the life you’re used to. From illness to severe pain, putting your life on hold can cause you to miss work and cost you and your loved ones money. Accidents are very often someone else’s fault due to reckless behavior, negligence or a simple mistake. This means that you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Common Personal Injury Accidents Personal injury claims cover a broad range. Common incidents include: Motor vehicle accidents Slip and fall accidents…