Date: 10-11-2024

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Johnny Epps v. Tony T. Brown

Case Number: 1:23-cv-01129

Judge: Karen M. Williams

Court: United States District Court for the District of New Jersey (Camden County)

Plaintiff's Attorney:

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Defendant's Attorney: Christopher Campise

Description:

Camden, New Jersey personal injury auto negligence car wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiff.

New Jersey's auto negligence law, also known as the Comparative Negligence Act, is based on modified comparative negligence:

Liability
The party seeking damages must be less responsible than the party who caused the accident.

Fault
A jury determines the percentage of fault for each party.
Recovery
If the plaintiff is found to be more than 50% at fault, they cannot recover damages. If the plaintiff is less than 50% at fault, their damages are reduced based on their percentage of fault.
Evidence
Police reports, eyewitness testimony, physical evidence, and admissions of responsibility are used to determine fault.
Proof
Doctor's notes, eyewitness or expert testimony, and photo evidence can be used to connect the liable party's actions to the injuries.
Negligent entrustment
A company owner can be held liable if the vehicle was driven with the owner's permission, the driver was incompetent, and the owner knew of the driver's incompetency.

It's important to have strong evidence to prove the other driver's negligence, as they are likely to defend themselves by claiming the plaintiff was negligent. An experienced attorney can help ensure that the plaintiff recovers the full amount of damages they are entitled to.

Auto Comparative Negligence Settlement FAQs - NJ.gov
The Comparative Negligence Act permits insurance companies to determine responsibility for an accident in proportion to fault of the parties.

Outcome: Settled for an undisclosed sum and dismissed with prejudice.

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