Handling Serious Injury Cases Throughout New Jersey
Last updated on February 12, 2026
Do not leave your catastrophic injury to the insurance companies.
Every injury is serious, but some carry greater consequences for our clients and leave them with a future of limited mobility, pain and an inability to recover the quality of life they once knew.
Rosenberg, Kirby, Stankowitz, Richardson & Mathis is a long-standing New Jersey law firm, founded in 1977. Over the years, we have seen countless cases, but we never treat our clients as though they have “everyday” problems. They are struggling with a life-altering experience, and they need to know someone is on their side.
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Our Approach To Injury Cases
If you or someone you care about has been seriously or fatally injured in a car accident, medical malpractice case or workplace accident, contact our experienced catastrophic injury and litigation lawyers. We work closely with our clients to make sure they get the care they need through every stage of legal proceedings.
We handle catastrophic injury claims throughout Ocean County and surrounding areas of New Jersey, including those that involve:
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Closed head injuries
- Concussions
- Spinal cord and back injury
- Nerve damage
- Paralysis, paraplegia and quadriplegia
- Loss of limb
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Sensory loss (i.e., blindness or hearing loss)
We can help you determine what a fair compensation package looks like in your case and develop an effective action plan to achieve that goal.
Amputation
We have experience representing — and winning — amputation cases involving:
- Loss of fingers or hands
- Loss of toes or feet
- Major limb loss such as arms or legs
- Dismemberment
- Medical acts of negligence
- Car crashes or other motor vehicle accidents
- Premises liability
- Workplace accidents
- Construction site accidents
Brain Injuries
A traumatic brain injury is extremely serious regardless of whether it causes temporary or permanent damage. We have been pursuing compensation for brain injury victims since 1977. It is our priority to hold the negligent party responsible for the difficulties, pain and suffering, and even death that may occur in these cases.
If you or a family member were in a car crash or other type of accident, brain injuries do not always appear right away. Always see a doctor after an accident and at the first signs of developing symptoms. This will also benefit your case when you decide to seek legal action.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Any injury to the spinal cord will result in changes in your life. From long recoveries to pain and suffering, long-term mobility and quality of life issues — we have seen the worst catastrophic neck, brain and spine injury situations.
With $350 million in past settlements for personal injury clients, we know what it takes to push the other side for fair compensation. Against all the odds, we are willing to take on even the largest insurance companies and New Jersey prosecutors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How Do I Know Which Legal Claim Is Right For My Brain Injury Case?
A: A brain injury can apply to many areas of the law depending on how and where it happened. When you work with our team, you will always receive individual, dedicated attention throughout your case. We select the best attorney fit for your situation based on the area of the law you need. During a free consultation, we will help you determine which legal claim is the right one.
We have over 40 years of experience assisting clients with severe head injuries resulting from slip-and-fall accidents, auto accidents, injures on the job, a fight or abuse.
These situations may result in a personal injury or premises liability case, or may form the basis of a workers’ compensation claim.
Q: What is the statute of limitations for a catastrophic injury claim in New Jersey?
A: Most personal injury claims, including catastrophic injuries, have a two-year statute of limitations from the accident date. Missing it can bar your case. Exceptions exist for delayed discovery or certain medical malpractice claims. Contact a catastrophic injury lawyer early to protect your rights.
Q: What compensation can I recover for a serious or catastrophic injury in New Jersey?
A: You may be entitled to:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of quality of life
- Assistive devices and home modifications
We fight for full compensation reflecting the long-term impact of your injury.
Q: How do I know if my injury is considered catastrophic?
Catastrophic injuries cause permanent or long-term effects, such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord damage, paralysis, amputation, severe disfigurement, or significant loss of mobility/function. If your injury has drastically changed your daily life or work ability, we can evaluate it in a free consultation.
Q: Can I file both workers’ compensation and a personal injury claim for a work-related catastrophic injury?
A: Yes, often. Workers’ compensation covers medical care and partial wage replacement (no-fault). If a third party (e.g., defective equipment maker, negligent driver) caused or contributed to the injury, you can pursue a separate personal injury lawsuit for additional damages, including pain and suffering. We maximize recovery through both avenues.
Q: What should I do immediately after a catastrophic injury?
A:
- Seek emergency medical care right away (even if symptoms seem minor—TBIs and spinal injuries can worsen later).
- Photograph the scene, injuries, and any vehicles/equipment.
- Collect witness information.
- Avoid detailed insurance statements without legal advice.
- Contact a New Jersey catastrophic injury attorney quickly to preserve evidence.
Q: How does the firm choose the right legal claim for my catastrophic injury?
A: During a free consultation, we review how and where the injury occurred (car accident, workplace incident, slip-and-fall, medical negligence, etc.). We then select the best path—personal injury, premises liability, workers’ compensation—and assign an experienced attorney in that area.
Q: Do I pay any upfront fees to hire your catastrophic injury lawyers?
A: No. We handle personal injury and workers’ compensation cases on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Schedule Your Consultation
Contact our office in Toms River to speak with an experienced attorney at Rosenberg, Kirby, Stankowitz, Richardson & Mathis. We can be reached online or by telephone at 732-341-3337.
Personal injury and workers’ compensation cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we effectively recover compensation in your case.