Attorney Fees in Civil Lawsuits: What to Expect in New Jersey and the Tri-State Area

Attorney Fees in Civil Lawsuits: What to Expect in New Jersey and the Tri-State Area

Hiring an attorney is one of the most significant costs in any civil lawsuit. Whether you’re a plaintiff pursuing a personal injury claim, a small business in a contract dispute, or a landlord trying to recover unpaid rent, legal fees can have a massive impact on your budget—and the overall viability of pursuing litigation. In…

Overview: NJ’s Civil Justice Landscape

Overview: NJ’s Civil Justice Landscape

Litigation Climate & Driver Economics New Jersey ranks among the most expensive state tort systems in the U.S.: These high costs reflect not just legal fees but expanding judgement values and enforcement complexities within the state. Judgement Frequency & Typical Case Values While NJ doesn’t publish comprehensive statewide stats on every judgement filed, prominent databases…

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Why Winning a Judgement Is Only Half the Battle: The Challenge of Collecting Civil Judgements

In the United States legal system, securing a civil judgement against an individual or entity is often perceived as the end of a long legal journey. For many plaintiffs, it represents vindication—a formal recognition by the court that they were wronged and are owed compensation. However, the hard truth is that obtaining a judgement is…