A bad injury on Broad Avenue or along the Route 46 corridor can upend your health, your paycheck, and your peace of mind in a single afternoon. A Palisades Park personal injury lawyer steps in so that the person who hurt you and their insurance company answer for it.
One missed step early on can cost you real money later. Give a recorded statement before you understand your injuries, for example, and the insurer can point to your own words later to argue that you were barely hurt at all. That conversation can give the carrier another reason to reduce what it offers.
Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi knows how Bergen County injury claims work, and we can deal with the insurance company so you don’t have to. Call us 24/7 at (201) 585-9111 or send us a message through our online form for a confidential case evaluation.
Why Choose Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. for Your Palisades Park Personal Injury Claim
Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. brings courtroom-tested trial lawyers to Palisades Park injury victims, backed by more than $300 million collected for clients. That litigation experience matters when an insurer disputes fault, your injuries, or what the claim is worth.
Proven Bergen County Results
Our verdicts and settlements speak plainly. Our attorneys recovered $6.2 million for a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury when another truck struck him, and $1,725,000 for a woman who slipped on chicken grease left in a supermarket aisle.
Korean-Speaking Support
Palisades Park is home to one of the largest Korean-American communities in the country, and our firm can serve those clients in their own language. Korean-American attorney Jusun Yook and our Korean-speaking staff make sure nothing gets lost between you and your legal team.
Recognized by Peers
Our firm holds an AVVO Rating of 10.0 and recognition from Super Lawyers, Best Law Firms 2026 by Best Lawyers, and The Best Lawyers in America.
One Team, Start to Finish
You work with attorneys who know your file, not a rotating cast of case managers. That continuity matters when a claim stretches over months. Call (201) 585-9111 or use our online form to reach us anytime.
I am delighted to provide this testimonial for Mr. DiGirolamo. His representation of me during my case was unflagging over its four-year duration. He kept me informed, and prepared for every eventuality as the case progressed.
He understood my fears and pain, and saw to it that Workmans Comp provided support for me until my civil case was settled. He prepared me substantially whenever necessary. I was very grateful for his understanding of the disastrous effect my accident had on every aspect of my life.
He was always supportive and kind personally, and totally professional. He reminded me to be realistic about the eventual outcome, and advised me as to the importance of my demeanor and attitude.
Everyone I came in contact with at the office was polite and helpful, in particular Marisol Suarez, Mr. DiGirolamo’s paralegal assistant. I will always be grateful for the way my case was handled.
I wanted to make sure that you were aware of my extreme gratitude to Chris DiGirolamo, and his law firm, for the work done on my behalf.
As a 33 year licensed motorcyclist in the state of NJ, I have seen a lot of friends/family go through the process of a personal injury suit, and many times the outcome is less than favorable. Let’s face it, there is a lot of bias against bikers out there… So when it was my turn to experience the process first hand, I didn’t hold a lot of hope that I would recover any of what I lost.
Chris DiGirolamo not only got me enough of a settlement to recover what was lost, he got the max available, allowing me to have a little piece of mind for the future as well.
He was patient when I sent endless emails full of questions and kind and understanding with regard to my case. I will ALWAYS refer my friends to this firm, and use them again myself, if the situation ever arises…
Thank you again for all your hard work!
In my Book Chris gets 10+ stars. An Incredibly Talented Attorney. I cannot begin to express my sincere appreciation for all that Chris DiGirolamo has done for me. He took on a most challenging Title59 Immunity Case, against all odds. He always leveled with me as to the complex nature of the case, but with a positive and professional attitude. He was aided in this case, by a fantastic Paralegal, Marisol Suarez. Marisol made a difficult time much easier with her courtesy, humor, and always being responsive. Chris made you feel at all times that he was fighting for you as he would fight for a member of his family. It would not be a trite statement to say that watching him prepare my case was like watching a Maestro conduct a Philharmonic Orchestra. He always kept you informed as to the latest developments in a case that took 3 1/2 years to settle. Chris was able to achieve a settlement that both of us were happy with especially considering the very complex set of circumstances. Simply put, Chris is an Incredible Attorney who is empathetic yet tough and most important ” A Good Guy.”
What Types of Personal Injury Cases Does the Firm Handle?
Our firm handles a range of serious injury claims that arise around Palisades Park, from crashes on Route 46 to falls inside local businesses. If someone else’s carelessness left you hurt, an attorney can review what happened and determine what type of claim may apply.
Different accidents bring different evidence, insurance issues, and potentially responsible parties.
These are some of the matters our attorneys handle:
- Car and Truck Crashes: We represent drivers, passengers, and pedestrians hurt on Bergen Boulevard, Grand Avenue, and the busy approaches to the George Washington Bridge.
- Motorcycle Accidents: Riders can suffer severe injuries when drivers fail to yield, make unsafe turns, or overlook motorcycles in traffic.
- Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents: People walking or riding through Palisades Park can be badly hurt when drivers speed, fail to yield, or drive distracted.
- Rideshare Accidents: Uber and Lyft crashes can involve questions about driver fault, company coverage, and which insurance policy applies at the time of the collision.
- Slip and Fall Injuries: Claims can arise when a store, landlord, or other responsible party fails to address a dangerous condition such as a spill, broken step, or icy walkway.
- Wrongful Death Claims: We help families pursue claims when a loved one is killed because of another party’s negligence.
- Workplace and Construction Injuries: Job-site accidents can involve workers’ compensation benefits as well as separate claims against negligent third parties.
What Does a Palisades Park Personal Injury Lawyer Actually Do?
The Palisades Park personal injury lawyers from Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi can investigate who caused your harm, document what it cost you, and pursue compensation from the responsible parties. Your attorney also handles the insurer, preserves evidence, and evaluates whether a settlement reflects the losses the claim can support.
Most of that work happens before anyone files a lawsuit. Your attorney gathers police reports, medical records, and witness accounts, then ties them together into a clear account of what happened and why the other side is at fault. If your case does head to the Bergen County Superior Court, that groundwork becomes part of the litigation.
Under New Jersey’s comparative negligence rule, you can still recover as long as your fault is not greater than the fault of the defendant or the defendants combined. Your award is then reduced by your share of the blame. Insurers can try to place additional fault on you, but an attorney can push back with evidence.
Who Is Responsible for Your Injury?
More than one party can share responsibility for a single Palisades Park injury: A distracted driver, a store that ignored a hazard, a landlord who skipped needed repairs, or a contractor who created an unsafe condition could each become part of the claim.
Looking beyond the most obvious defendant matters because another responsible person or business can bring additional insurance coverage and evidence into the case. Your attorney can examine who owned the property, controlled the work, employed the driver, maintained the area, or otherwise contributed to the accident.
Proving fault means showing that someone owed you a duty of reasonable care and failed to meet it. A property owner, for example, often needs to address dangerous conditions it knew or should have known about. A driver must use reasonable care on the road. When a failure to exercise that care causes injury, the responsible party may be held liable.
Verdicts and Settlements
$1,500,000 - Blood Loss During Surgery
Settlement secured for an 85 year old widower for the loss of his 65 year old wife due to severe injury of the popliteal artery and vein of the leg during left total knee replacement surgery, causing massive loss of blood resulting in shock, liver, and acute renal failure with resultant metabolic acidosis.
$101,000,000 - Parking Garage Collapse
Verdict went to 20 injured workers and the families of four workers who were killed in the collapse of a parking garage at the Tropicana Casino Resort in 2003. The case involved multiple defendants, including Tropicana and a number of construction contractors. The parking garage collapsed while it was under construction because rebar was not properly installed, leaving the floors disconnected from the walls. As part of…
$500,000 - Birth Control Caused Fatality
Needless death; following a plane flight, a woman died of a pulmonary embolism from birth control pills prescribed even though her chart was red flagged against birth control pills. We contended that this loss of a young life was a family loss and the result of system errors brought about by failures in the system of the defendant’s medical practice due to simple management carelessness. This was…
What Can Affect the Value of a Palisades Park Personal Injury Claim?
The value of a Palisades Park personal injury claim depends on the losses you can document and how the injury affects your life over time. Medical bills matter, but they are only one part of the picture.
Several factors can become especially important:
- The Medical Treatment You Need: Surgery, rehabilitation, medication, specialist care, and future treatment all affect your claim’s value.
- Time Away From Work: Lost wages matter, along with any lasting reduction in your ability to earn the same income.
- Permanent Limitations: An injury that changes your mobility, independence, or ability to work can have effects that continue long after treatment ends.
- Pain and Daily Restrictions: Physical pain and the ways an injury interferes with ordinary activities can also be part of the damages claimed.
- Your Share of Fault: New Jersey’s comparative negligence rule can reduce what you recover if you contributed to the accident.
- Available Insurance: Policy limits and the number of responsible parties can affect how much coverage is available for the claim.
Future losses are often harder to document than expenses that have already appeared on a bill. A shoulder that could require another surgery or a back injury that limits physical work requires medical and employment evidence showing how those problems are expected to affect you going forward.
Your Palisades Park personal injury attorney will document all of your losses. Their preparation and litigation experience help prevent you from settling for less.
FAQ for Palisades Park Personal Injury Lawyer
What if the Insurance Company Already Contacted Me?
Be careful about giving a recorded statement or signing documents before you understand what they mean for the claim. An adjuster can use your statements later to question fault, your symptoms, or how the accident affected you. Ask to speak with an attorney before agreeing to a recorded interview.
Who Pays My Medical Bills While My Case Is Pending?
After a New Jersey auto accident, your own Personal Injury Protection coverage generally pays covered medical expenses first, regardless of who caused the crash. Other types of injury claims can involve health insurance or different sources of coverage while the liability claim is pending.
A Palisades Park personal injury attorney can help identify which coverage applies and account for medical expenses in the claim.
Can I Still Recover Compensation if I Was Partly at Fault?
You can still recover under New Jersey law if your fault is not greater than the fault of the defendant or the defendants combined. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of responsibility.
That makes photos, video, witness accounts, and other evidence important when the insurer argues that you contributed to the accident.
Do I Need a Palisades Park Personal Injury Lawyer for a Minor Injury?
A Palisades Park personal injury lawyer can help when an injury initially seems minor, especially if fault is disputed or the insurer questions your treatment. Some symptoms develop or become clearer over time, making an early settlement difficult to evaluate.
What if My Injury Happened at a Business in Palisades Park?
You can have a claim when a dangerous condition at a business causes your injury, and the responsible party fails to use reasonable care. Evidence can include how the hazard was created, how long it existed, whether employees knew about it, and what the business did to inspect the area.
Photos, incident reports, surveillance footage, and witness information can help establish those facts.
Injured in Palisades Park? Let’s Talk About Your Options.
Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C. helps injured people in Palisades Park understand what comes next and whether they have a claim. Call us 24/7 at (201) 585-9111 or use our online form to get started.
We also represent clients throughout Bergen County, including those closer to our Hackensack office.
Hackensack Office
Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi, P.C.
Court Plaza South
21 Main St., Suite 203
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 585-9111
