By J. Silvio Mascolo, Esq. Home Insurance: Personal Injury Claims vs. Lawsuits Industry statistics reveal that more than 85% of all homeowners in the U.S. have home insurance. The majority of those policies do cover personal liability, … [Read more...]
How Do You Know When to Accept an Insurer’s Settlement Offer?
When to Say Yes to An Insurance Settlement Offer In New Jersey, if you have been involved in a car accident and suffered harm, you must go through the at-fault driver’s insurance company for compensation. However, dealing with an insurer is … [Read more...]
No-Fault Insurance Does Not Automatically Allow Suing At-Fault Driver
No-Fault Insurance For Auto Restricts Your Right to Sue When you purchased your no-fault insurance coverage, you likely balanced your need for protection with the cost of the insurance. Standard auto insurance policies in New Jersey … [Read more...]
Is Your Employer Required to Have Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
Employers and Workers’ Compensation Insurance In the aftermath of a workplace injury, one of your first steps will be to file a workers’ compensation claim. Under New Jersey law, all employers must provide benefits to anyone who has been hurt … [Read more...]
Court of Appeals Sides with Geico on Car Insurance Claim
Geico Car Insurance Claim The dismissal of a class action against insurance giant Geico has been affirmed by the U.S. Court of Appeals. Litigants had filed the action to seek compensation from Geico under an auto insurance policy for medical … [Read more...]
Can I protect myself against other drivers without enough insurance coverage?
Insurance Coverage and Other Drivers Obtaining underinsured motorist (UIM) insurance coverage is a way you can protect yourself against drivers without enough insurance. For example, if you are injured in an accident and the other driver only … [Read more...]
Can I rent a car if my car is damaged or totaled after an accident?
Following a motor vehicle accident, your car or truck may be damaged or totaled. However, you still need access to a vehicle while your car or truck is being repaired or replaced. Renting a car may be your only option. Reimbursement for the … [Read more...]
Do I have to speak to the other driver’s insurance company after a car accident?
If you’re involved in a car accident, you should not talk to the other person’s insurance company without first consulting with a lawyer – read this post to find out why. When involved in a car accident, you should not talk … [Read more...]
