Cape May County, New Jersey, also known as “The Jersey Cape,” is the southernmost county in New Jersey founded in 1685. The county is split into three townships – Lower, Middle and Upper, with a total population of 95,263(2020). The majority of the county is located on a peninsula between the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean.

Cape May County injury lawyerWith 30 miles of beaches and its boardwalks, Cape May County is a popular summer destination attracting vacationers from New Jersey and surrounding states. You can spend your days at the beach, fishing, shopping in any of the popular shopping districts (Cape May’s Washington Street Mall or Ocean City’s Asbury Avenue), spending the day at the Cape May County Park & Zoo or dining at one of the many popular restaurants. The county is also home to many historic sites such as the Cape May County Museum or the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum. As of 2018, tourism had generated about $6.6 billion in revenue with over 750,000 visitors.

With all these tourists in Cape May County, people can suffer personal injuries in accidents every day of the year. When people are injured or involved in accidents in Cape May County, their damages include pain and suffering, emotional suffering, and economic damages for property damages and bills.

At My NJ Injury Lawyer, Howard P. Lesnik, Esq, is focused on navigating his clients through these stressful legal issues. My firm has over 20 years’ experience representing injury victims and handling personal injury cases. I personally evaluate and prepare every client’s claim so that every matter is handled professionally.

Personal Injury Claims

When people are victims in accidents due to another person’s negligence, they may be fairly and reasonably compensated for their damages and injuries. The party at fault will be legally responsible for the compensating you for your personal injuries and damages.

Car Accident Claims

Car accidents happen every day and night, and both drivers and passengers can be injured or killed due to another driver’s negligence. If you are in injured in a car accident, there is an answer. New Jersey law permits car accident victims to seek compensation for their damages, including property damage, personal injuries, past medical bills, future medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Motorcycle Accident Claims

Motorcycle drivers and passengers are particularly likely to be injured when involved in an accident. Many drivers do not properly observe motorcycles and can drive right into them. Cars and trucks must be on the lookout for motorcycles and share the road.

Truck Accident Claims

Tractor trailers and commercial trucks can cause devastating and severe injuries in accidents. The sheer size of trucks and the velocity they travel due to their weight or cargo cause catastrophic impacts with other vehicles. People involved in accidents with trucks must be compensated for their permanent injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents in New Jersey are all too common. Pedestrians have the right of way and vehicles must yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. Drivers who do not stop for pedestrians can be ticketed. Drivers who hit pedestrians with their vehicle can cause serious injuries to pedestrians. Pedestrians who are injured after being hit by a car can be compensated for their pain, suffering and damages.

Premises Liability Claims

Owners of property are responsible for your injuries if you slip and fall, and their property is unsafe or in a dangerous condition. If someone visits another person or businesses property and becomes injured, the property owner may be responsible for the injuries and damages.

Dog Bite and Dog Attack Claims

In New Jersey, there is no “one-bite free” law. If any dog bites you, the owner is strictly liable for your damages and injuries, no matter the size or breed of the dog. As long as you are lawfully at the property or at a public place, and you did not provoke the dog, the owner is fully responsible for any injuries you may have suffered.

Wrongful Death Claims

Wrongful death claims in New Jersey allow compensation for the family and loved ones when someone’s death was caused by the neglect, act or defect of another person. The wrongful death claim is brought by the estate of the decedent, who is the victim in the matter.

Cape May County Courthouse

9 North Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210. Phone: 609-402-0100

Cape May County Colleges

Atlantic Cape Community College, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Cape May County Points of Interest

Hospitals and Medical Centers in Cape May County, New Jersey

Cape Regional Health System, 2 Stone Harbor Boulevard, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210. Phone: 609-463-2273

Contact MyNJInjuryLawyer

If you or a loved one is injured in an accident in Cape May County, NJ, you should contact an attorney familiar with handling these claims. My NJ Injury Lawyer Howard P. Lesnik, Esq. offers free strategy sessions to address any issue or questions you may have your accident claim in Cape May County, NJ.

Please contact NJ Injury Lawyer Howard Lesnik, Esq., immediately if you were involved in an accident. I personally handle NJ personal injury cases on a regular basis. Please contact me now by email, by phoning 908.264.7701, to schedule your complimentary 30-minute strategy session.