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Bergen County Personal Injury Lawyer | SRIS, P.C.
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Personal Injury Lawyer in Bergen County, NJ. SRIS, P.C. — Mr. Sris. 24/7. Call (888) 437-7747.
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Personal Injury Lawyer in Bergen County, NJ
If you are injured in Bergen County, NJ, you have 2 years under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 to file a claim. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ firm-wide case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. An Uber Accident Lawyer Bergen County can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call (888) 437-7747.
Last verified: April 2026 | Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage | njcourts.gov
New Jersey personal injury law is governed by the Comparative Negligence Act, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 et seq. This statute allows you to recover damages even if you are partially at fault, as long as you are not more than 50% responsible. The Uber Accident Lawyer Bergen County team at Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. uses this law to build strong cases for injured clients. Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, the firm has 120+ years of combined legal experience.
For the full text of the New Jersey Comparative Negligence Act, see N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 (official New Jersey Legislature). For court rules and procedures, visit the New Jersey Courts official website.
- Step 1: File a complaint in the Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage within 2 years of the injury date.
- Step 2: Serve the defendant and begin the discovery process, including requests for medical records and bills.
- Step 3: Attend an Independent Medical Examination (IME) if requested by the defense.
- Step 4: Participate in mandatory arbitration if your claim is under $20,000.
- Step 5: If arbitration is rejected or unsuccessful, proceed to trial by jury.
In Bergen County, personal injury claims seek compensation for economic and non-economic damages. There are no statutory caps on damages in New Jersey.
| Offense/Claim Type | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negligence Claim | Civil Tort | N/A | N/A | N/A | Modified comparative fault rule applies |
| Auto Accident Claim | Civil Tort | N/A | N/A | N/A | Verbal threshold may limit pain and suffering claims |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has 120+ years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.” We serve clients across New Jersey, including Bergen County.
Firm-wide, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ documented case results across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. These results include dismissals, reductions, and favorable settlements for personal injury clients.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our New Jersey location is at 44 Apple St, 1st Floor, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724. We serve clients at Bergen County courts, accessible via I-80, NJ Turnpike, Route 17, and Route 4.
Personal injury lawyer near Hackensack, Fort Lee, Teaneck, Paramus, Englewood, Ridgewood, Fair Lawn, Bergenfield, Garfield, Mahwah, Ramsey, and Lyndhurst.
24/7 phone consultations — Toll-Free: (888) 437-7747 | Local: (609)-983-0003. Meetings by appointment only.
Do I need a lawyer to start a business in Bergen County?
Yes. A business lawyer ensures proper entity formation, compliance with state registration, and protection of personal assets through correct corporate structure.
Does New Jersey have cash bail?
No. NJ abolished cash bail in January 2017 under the Criminal Justice Reform Act. Pretrial release in Bergen County is determined by a Public Safety Assessment (PSA).
What is Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI) in Bergen County, New Jersey?
It depends. PTI is a diversionary program for first-time indictable (felony) offenders. Successful completion of 1-3 years of supervision results in complete dismissal of charges.
Can I get my NJ criminal record expunged?
Yes. NJ allows expungement after waiting periods: 5 years for indictable crimes, 2 years for disorderly persons. NJ’s Clean Slate law expanded eligibility.
What is a disorderly persons offense in Bergen County, NJ?
A disorderly persons offense is NJ’s equivalent of a misdemeanor — up to 6 months jail/$1,000 fine. Heard in Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage.
Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.
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