Medford Township Personal Injury Attorneys

Fighting For Our Injured Clients in Medford and Throughout Burlington County

Medford Township is a steadily growing community in Burlington County, according to the United States Census Bureau. As part of the Pinelands National Reserve, Medford Township attracts both residents and visitors who seek to enjoy the area’s unique ecological environment and natural beauty. Businesses come to Medford Township to support both residents and visitors. 

Medford Township offers a slower pace of life than nearby Philadelphia, Camden, or Reading. Yet injuries can result from a person or organization failing to take the care necessary to prevent harm. 

If you suffer injuries in Medford Township, speak to a knowledgeable injury lawyer right away. The team at Petrillo & Goldberg is here to help. 

Personal Injury Statistics in Medford Township and Burlington County

Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for New Jersey residents under age 45, according to the State Department of Health. Injuries are also in the top ten causes of death for older New Jersey residents. Burlington County saw an unintentional accident death rate of 48.4 deaths per 100,000 residents in 2022.

Injuries can occur in many places and many ways. In Medford Township, the most common injury scenarios include vehicle accidents, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, premises liability injuries, and work-related injuries and illnesses. 

Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents

According to the New Jersey Department of Health, between 2018 and 2020, Burlington County’s roadway crash death rate was 7.5 deaths per 100,000 people. This rate is lower than that of neighboring Camden and Atlantic counties, but it was slightly higher than Ocean County’s rate of 7.2 deaths per 100,000 people.

According to the New Jersey Department of Transportation, 10,196 vehicle crashes occurred in Burlington County in 2022, leading to 2,410 injuries and 54 deaths. Of the total, 98 crashes resulted from cell phone use distracting a driver.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Crashes

Small, picturesque areas like Medford Township often lend themselves to bicycling or walking as alternatives to driving. Biking and walking can be healthy, environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and fun. Yet they can also result in death or serious injuries, especially when vehicle drivers fail to use reasonable care to share the road safely.

In 2021, New Jersey hit a record high for recorded pedestrian and bicyclist deaths on the state’s roads. A total of 22 bicyclists and 204 pedestrians died in crashes that year. In 2024, 221 pedestrians died in crashes, reaching a 36-year high, according to the New Jersey State Police.

Slip and Fall/Premises Liability Injuries

New Jersey businesses have a legal duty to keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors. If the business can’t immediately fix a danger, it must warn visitors about the danger. “Wet floor” signs are a common example of a business working to warn visitors about a risk they might not see until it’s too late to prevent a fall. 

Slips, trips, and falls are only one example of potential injuries at a New Jersey business. Breaks or hidden defects in furniture, equipment like escalators, or fixtures like clothing racks can also cause injuries. Inadequate lighting might prevent a visitor from seeing an obvious danger until it is too late to fix. When security is not sufficient, visitors may be injured by aggressive customers or others seeking to do harm on the premises. These injuries are preventable. 

Work-Related Injuries and Occupational Illness

A total of 81 New Jersey workers died from a work-related injury or illness in 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The top cause of death was falls, followed by exposure to harmful chemicals or temperature extremes, vehicle accidents, and being trapped or pinned by equipment or materials. 

Some jobs have higher death and injury rates than others. New Jersey construction workers face consistently high death and injury rates, as do workers in manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation. Hospitality workers also have relatively high rates of death and injury on the job. Any job can result in injuries, however. Any worker can benefit from speaking to an experienced Medford Township workers’ compensation attorney. 

Work-related injuries and deaths impose significant costs on Medford Township families. Medical bills, lost wages, and other losses pile up quickly. Speak to an experienced lawyer if you need help after a serious workplace accident. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Medford Township Injury Claims

After an injury, many people have questions about their legal rights and options. Yet they may also feel overwhelmed. Fighting for compensation while also struggling to recover from a serious injury can feel impossible. 

New Jersey allows an injured person to file a claim without an attorney’s help. Yet most injured people find that having a lawyer on their side is well worth it. Your attorney will investigate your claim, negotiate for compensation, protect your legal rights, and answer questions specific to your case.

How Long Do I Have to File My Claim?

New Jersey’s statute of limitations for personal injuries is two years. This means you have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in a state court. If the case is not filed within two years, the court will refuse to hear it. 

Some exceptions exist, but they only apply in a few narrow cases. An attorney can help you determine exactly how the statute of limitations applies in your situation. 

It’s also important to remember that the two-year time limit only applies to cases filed in New Jersey state courts. Insurance companies do not have to give you two full years to file an insurance claim. In fact, most insurers give you far less time to open an insurance claim – in some cases, as little as three months. Talk to an attorney today to protect your right to file an insurance claim. 

What Compensation Can I Seek in a Personal Injury Case?

An accidental injury changes the course of your life. Medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses pile up. You may lose the ability to work or to enjoy hobbies that were once part of your life. If the accident hadn’t happened, your life would have continued uninterrupted. Instead, you now face significant losses.

The goal of a personal injury claim is to compensate the injured person for those losses. To keep these losses organized, courts usually think about them in two broad categories: economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages are financial losses. Often, an injured person and their attorney will prove these losses to the court by presenting copies of medical bills, pay stubs, and similar paperwork. Economic damages can often be calculated down to the penny. 

Common economic damages include:

• Past, current, and future medical bills related to the injury and any permanent disabilities the injury causes,
• Lost wages, including time you’ve already taken off work to recover and any future losses if your injuries prevent you from working again. 
• Costs to repair or replace damaged property, such as towing and repair bills to fix a car damaged in a crash or the cost to replace the vehicle if it’s totaled. 

Non-economic damages are more personal. They usually don’t come with a bill or receipt attached. Instead, you and your attorney can present evidence of your life before, during, and after the accident to demonstrate how the loss affects you as a person. 

Common non-economic damages include:

• Physical pain and suffering inflicted by your injuries,
• Mental and emotional anguish, which can stem from permanent scarring, disfigurement, or the traumatic stress of facing a life-threatening situation,
• The loss of the enjoyment of hobbies and life activities you could do before your injuries but can do no longer. 

Every accident is unique, and so is every person who suffers injuries. Speaking to an experienced injury lawyer in Medford Township is your best option to understand exactly how New Jersey’s compensation rules apply in your case.

What if an Injury Caused the Death of a Loved One?

An injured person can file a lawsuit for compensation. A person whose injuries caused death, however, is no longer available to file a claim.

Instead, the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate may file a wrongful death claim. The wrongful death claim seeks many of the same damages as a personal injury case, including medical bills, lost wages, and damages for any physical pain and suffering the injured person experienced before death. It can also seek damages like funeral costs and the family’s sudden loss of the care, comfort, support, and guidance of their loved one. 

Speak to an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer in Medford Township Today

A serious injury can derail your life and your goals. But you don’t have to deal with the aftermath alone. Talk to the team at Petrillo & Goldberg today. We’ll answer your questions and help you make informed choices to protect your legal rights. Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential consultation.