NJ Car Accident Compensation

May 3, 2023
2 min read

Updated: Jun 9

So you’ve been in a car accident and your life has been turned upside down, now what? Recovering from a car accident whether it be physically, mentally or both can be extremely challenging. On top of recovery, there is the stress of getting back to work and making money, you may have new medical bills to add to your pile of monthly payments. Luckily for you, you may be entitled to file a claim for lost wages in the state of New Jersey. Lost wages are defined as income that you are not receiving due to an accident or injury that is preventing you from doing your job. While hourly and salary wages may be straightforward in terms of calculating compensation, there are many other types of lost wages that you may be entitled to, we take a look below.

Examples of Lost Wages Besides Your Current Wage

Retirement or Pension: If you are eligible or hold a retirement plan or pension through your employment and are now no longer receiving it due to your accident, you may be eligible for compensation
Paid Time Off: You are entitled compensation for any earned paid-time off. This includes sick leave, vacation time, or personal time off
Employment Benefits: You are entitled to compensation in the form of the value of any benefits you were receiving from your employment that you are no longer due to your accident
Reduced Earning Capacity: If your accident affects your ability to work to the same level that you did prior to your accident, you are entitled to compensation be that your job pays you less for your position now

How to Prove Lost Income From a Car Accident

Typical proof of lost income due to a car accident involves paperwork proving your employment, salary, and work schedule. Other documents to prove lost income include:

W-2 forms
Tax Returns
Pay Stubs
Bank Statements
Medical Bills or Records

Filing a Claim For Lost Income Due to a Car Accident

We can help you get the compensation you deserve to cover any costs incurred due to the accident, such as medical expenses. We will also be able to get you compensation for pain, suffering and injury by putting together a solid and watertight case. If you are able to provide medical evidence of injury caused by the accidents, then this can really help your case.

Even if you are unsure as to whether you have grounds to make a claim, it is worth going to see a New Jersey car accident lawyer. David Kaplan, an auto accidents experienced lawyer will be able to determine the viability of your case based on the facts and evidence.

Whatever type of injury you have sustained from a car accident that was not your fault, and however small or insignificant it appears to be, you should always seek both medical and legal assistance immediately following the accident. Delaying the process could mean a delay in diagnosis or treatment, and could also make the difference between a successful claim and ineligibility to file for compensation against the person responsible for your injuries and loss.