If you are injured in Passaic County, NJ, the modified comparative fault rule under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 may bar recovery if you are over 50% at fault. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 4,739+ firm-wide documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes. Contact us today.
Last verified: April 2026 | Superior Court of NJ, Passaic Vicinage | New Jersey Legislature
New Jersey personal injury law is governed by the NJ Comparative Negligence Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 et seq.). This statute establishes a modified comparative fault system: you can recover damages only if your share of fault is 50% or less. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you are barred from any recovery. This rule applies to all personal injury claims in Passaic County, including car accidents, slip and falls, and premises liability cases. The statute also covers the allocation of fault among multiple parties, ensuring that each defendant pays only their proportionate share of the damages.
For the full text of the New Jersey Comparative Negligence Act, see N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 et seq. (official New Jersey Legislature). For court procedures, visit the Superior Court of NJ, Passaic Vicinage website.
In Passaic County, personal injury cases are filed in the Superior Court of NJ, Passaic Vicinage Law Division. Discovery includes mandatory Independent Medical Exams (IME) for injury claims. Cases under $20,000 go to non-binding arbitration first.
- File your complaint in the Superior Court of NJ, Passaic Vicinage Law Division within 2 years of the injury date.
- Serve the defendant with the summons and complaint within 30 days of filing.
- Complete discovery, including written interrogatories, document requests, and any IME.
- Attend mandatory arbitration if your case is under $20,000; otherwise, proceed to trial.
- If arbitration is rejected or appealed, proceed to a jury trial in the Law Division.
In Passaic County, personal injury damages include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium. There are no statutory caps on damages in New Jersey.
| Damage Type | Description | Recovery Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | Past and future medical bills related to the injury | No cap |
| Lost Wages | Income lost due to inability to work | No cap |
| Pain and Suffering | Physical and emotional distress | No cap |
| Loss of Consortium | Loss of spousal companionship or services | No cap |
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 a 93%+ favorable outcome rate. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.” We bring this experience to every personal injury case in Passaic County.
Firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has achieved 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes. This includes personal injury cases in Passaic County and throughout New Jersey.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our New Jersey location is accessible to clients at Passaic County courts via I-80, Route 46, and Route 23. We serve the communities of Paterson, Clifton, Wayne, Passaic City, Totowa, Little Falls, West Milford, Pompton Lakes, Hawthorne, Ringwood, and Wanaque.
24/7 phone consultations — (888) 437-7747 — meetings by appointment only.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. — New Jersey
44 Apple St, 1st Floor, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
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Q: Do I need a lawyer to start a business in Passaic County?
A business lawyer ensures proper entity formation, compliance with state registration, and protection of personal assets through correct corporate structure.
Q: Does New Jersey have cash bail?
No. NJ abolished cash bail in January 2017 under the Criminal Justice Reform Act. Pretrial release in Passaic County is determined by a Public Safety Assessment (PSA) — a computerized risk score, not money. There are no bail bondsmen in NJ. Cases heard at Superior Court of NJ, Passaic Vicinage (77 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ 07505). SRIS actively practices here — firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes.
Q: What is Pre-Trial Intervention (PTI) in Passaic County, New Jersey?
PTI is a diversionary program for first-time indictable (felony) offenders in Passaic County. Successful completion of 1-3 years of supervision results in complete dismissal of charges. Applications processed through Superior Court of NJ, Passaic Vicinage. Conditional discharge is the Municipal Court equivalent for first-time drug possession. SRIS actively practices here — firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes.
Q: 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. PTI completions result in automatic dismissal. Petitions filed in Passaic County Superior Court. SRIS actively practices here — firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes.
Q: What is a disorderly persons offense in Passaic County, NJ?
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, Passaic Vicinage (77 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ 07505). Petty disorderly persons: up to 30 days/$500. Indictable crimes (felonies) are heard in Passaic County Superior Court. SRIS actively practices here — firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes.
Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.
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