New Jersey Car Accident Claims
Legal Options After a Car Accident in New Jersey
Quick Facts
- Statute: 2 years.
- Fault Rule: Pure comparative negligence.
- Minimum Coverage: $15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage.
Key Facts for New Jersey Accident Claims
Statute of Limitations
2 years.
Personal injury claims
Fault System
Pure comparative negligence.
Comparative fault rules
Min. Liability Coverage
$15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage.
State minimums
Uninsured Motorist
Must be offered unless rejected in writing.
Coverage status
Statute of Limitations in New Jersey
Comparative Fault: Pure comparative negligence. Minimum Liability Coverage: $15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage. Uninsured Motorist: Must be offered unless rejected in writing.
New Jersey's Fault System
New Jersey applies a pure comparative negligence system. Injured parties can recover damages even if partially at fault, but compensation is reduced in proportion to the percentage of fault assigned. Accurate and detailed documentation of the accident, medical treatments, and witness accounts is critical for establishing liability and maximizing recovery under New Jersey law.
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Insurance Requirements
New Jersey drivers must carry minimum liability coverage of 15/30/5. Liability insurance protects others from bodily injury and property damage caused by your negligence. Insurers must offer uninsured motorist coverage unless rejected in writing. UM coverage is important to ensure protection against accidents involving drivers who lack sufficient insurance to cover damages.
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