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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
In Bergen County, NJ, personal injury claims fall under the New Jersey Comparative Negligence Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1). Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has handled 4,739+ firm-wide documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes. A Wrongful Death Lawyer Bergen County can help you seek compensation for your losses. Contact us today.
Last verified: April 2026 | Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage | New Jersey Legislature
New Jersey personal injury law is governed by the New Jersey 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 your fault does not exceed 50%. A Wrongful Death Lawyer Bergen County understands how this modified comparative fault rule applies to your case. The statute also covers damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium.
For wrongful death claims specifically, the New Jersey Wrongful Death Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:31-1 et seq.) governs. This statute allows the personal representative of the deceased’s estate to bring a claim for damages suffered by the survivors. A Wrongful Death Lawyer Bergen County can explain how this law applies to your specific situation.
For more information, refer to the New Jersey Statutes Annotated (N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1) and the Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage website.
In Bergen County, personal injury cases are filed in the Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage. The court requires mandatory arbitration for cases under $20,000. Discovery includes Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs).
- File a complaint in the Superior Court of NJ, Bergen Vicinage.
- Serve the defendant with the summons and complaint.
- Engage in discovery, including document requests and depositions.
- Attend mandatory arbitration if the case is under $20,000.
- Proceed to trial if arbitration is not accepted.
In Bergen County, personal injury claims can result in compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium.
| Damages Type | Description | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | Past and future medical bills | Must be reasonable and necessary |
| Lost Wages | Income lost due to injury | Must be documented |
| Pain and Suffering | Physical and emotional distress | No cap in NJ |
| Loss of Consortium | Loss of companionship | Available to spouse |
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 over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide with over 93% favorable outcomes. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.”
Firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our New Jersey location is accessible via I-80, NJ Turnpike, Route 17, Route 4, Route 46, GW Bridge, and GSP.
Personal injury lawyer near Bergen County.
Serving: Hackensack, Fort Lee, Teaneck, Paramus, Englewood, Ridgewood, Fair Lawn, Bergenfield, Garfield, Mahwah, Ramsey, Lyndhurst.
24/7 phone consultations — (888) 437-7747 — meetings by appointment only.
Toll-Free: (888) 437-7747 | Local: (609)-983-0003
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) — a computerized risk score, not money.
What is Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI) in Bergen County, New Jersey?
It depends. PTI is a diversionary program for first-time indictable (felony) offenders in Bergen County. 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?
It depends. 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.
Learn more about our New Jersey Personal Injury Lawyer services.
See also our Atlantic County Personal Injury Lawyer and Burlington County Personal Injury Lawyer pages.
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Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of this date. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for updated guidance.
Attorney responsible for this advertisement: Mr. Sris, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., 44 Apple St 1st Floor, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724.
