East Rutherford Car Accident Attorney

For over 65 years, Brady Reily & Cardoso, LLC has helped accident victims recover fair compensation following motor vehicle accidents. We love our community and take great pride in being an active part of it. One of our favorite things to do is watch a NY Giants game at MetLife Stadium. However, we have seen firsthand the lifelong consequences when someone decides to drink during a game and then gets behind the wheel. If you were injured by a drunk driver or other careless driver, contact our firm for a free case review where we can discuss your legal rights and options for financial recovery.

The Effects of Drinking on Driving

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drinking alcohol can cause the following negative effects on a person’s ability to safely drive:

Difficulty tracking a moving target
Difficulty performing two or more tasks at the same time
Reduced coordination
Difficulty steering and maintaining the same lane
Reduced response to emergency driving situations
Difficulty concentrating
Difficulty controlling speed
Short-term memory loss
Difficulty recognizing signals
Impaired perception
Difficulty in processing visual or auditory information

If you were injured by a drunk driver, you shouldn’t have to confront the financial burden brought on by someone else’s careless decision to drink and drive. We can help you pursue a claim for compensation against the drunk driver and any other responsible parties.

Dram Shop Liability

Under New Jersey law, if you were injured by a drunk driver, you may have a separate claim against the party responsible for serving the drunk driver who went on to injure you. For example, you may be able to file a claim against a bar, restaurant, or even the stadium if they or their employee:

Served a visibly intoxicated individual who crashed into you
Knew or reasonably should have known the person they were serving was under the age of 21

Social Host Liability

New Jersey law also allows car accident victims to bring claims against social hosts who serve alcohol to a guest who causes an accident in some circumstances. For example, if the drunk driver went to a friend’s house to watch a game, drank, and then crashed into you, you might be able to make a claim against the friend if you can show all of the following:

The driver was visibly intoxicated in front of the social host
The circumstances created an unreasonable risk of harm
You were injured in a car accident caused by the intoxicated driver

You can also file a claim if the host served an underage driver alcohol.

How a Lawyer Can Help

Whether you were injured by a drunk driver or any other careless driver, an experienced car accident lawyer can help with your claim by:

Investigating the accident and identifying all potentially at-fault parties
Gathering evidence to establish how the accident occurred, which may include surveillance footage, photos, and/or medical records
Determining the long-term costs of your damages
Handling communication with the insurance companies and other parties on your behalf
Negotiating for fair compensation for your claim so you can focus on your recovery

Get Help with Your Car Accident Claim

The East Rutherford car accident lawyers at Brady Reily & Cardoso, LLC can help fight for compensation for medical bills, lost wages, household services, property damage, pain, suffering, and any other losses you’ve experienced because of someone else’s carelessness. Call us today to learn more.

At Brady Reily & Cardoso, LLC, our commitment to justice goes beyond car accidents. If you’ve been involved in a ridesharing mishap, a collision, or larger vehicle incidents, our East Rutherford Uber/Lyft Accident Attorney, Lyndhurst Car Accident Lawyer, and Lyndhurst Truck Accident Lawyer are well-equipped to guide you through the legal landscape. With years of experience across various accident scenarios, we ensure you get the most informed and dedicated representation tailored to your situation.

Lia Abrams

Highly Recommend Matthew R. Romo, Jr., Esq. I had a truly outstanding experience working with Matthew R. Romo, Jr. He was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive throughout the entire process. What impressed me most was his ability to explain complex legal matters in a way that was easy to understand, making me feel confident and informed every step of the way. Matthew genuinely cared about my case and always made time to answer my questions, no matter how small. His attention to detail and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome truly set him apart. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, compassionate, and skilled attorney, I highly recommend Matthew R. Romo, Jr. He made a stressful situation much more manageable, and I’m grateful for his support.

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If you ever find yourself in the unfortunate situation of being injured in a car accident, look no further! Forget all those big billboard lawyers and call this firm immediately. Diane Cordoso handled 2 cases for me... I had the bad luck of being hit more than once in a short period of time.... Diane, Maria, her assistant, and the entire team are compassionate, professional, and are perfect examples of what you need in these situations. They communicate every step of the way and are always on the ball. I sincerely hope to never have to use their services again lol... I've had enough careless drivers hit and injure me thanks... BUT God forbid I'm ever in that horrible situation again, I know who to call. If your attorney isn't getting the job done, call this firm! TODAY!

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Really appreciated the thoughtful, proactive, kind, efficient, and respectful interaction during a time of tragedy and shock that I had never experienced before. I called and asked some questions about how they do business, after researching a bit online on what to ask a personal injury lawyer and find a good fit – I strongly advise anyone to do the same and not make a rushed decision. I highly recommend working with the team. I'm very glad I went them in the end – thank you for your help and for standing up for me when I wasn't able to. PS Diane is awesome (:

Ilzo Silva

“Gostaria de expressar minha imensa satisfação com o trabalho realizado pela advogada Diane Cardoso, do escritório Brady Reilly & Cardoso. Desde o início, fui tratado com profissionalismo, respeito e empatia. Diane demonstrou um conhecimento profundo da área jurídica e uma dedicação excepcional ao meu caso, garantindo que tudo fosse conduzido de forma clara e eficiente. Graças ao esforço dela, obtive um resultado muito positivo, e cada etapa do processo foi explicada detalhadamente, o que me trouxe muita tranquilidade. Recomendo Diane e o escritório Brady Reilly & Cardoso a qualquer pessoa que busque uma equipe competente, confiável e comprometida. Muito obrigado por tudo!

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Peter Iorio

Highly recommended! The process was long due to my case beginning when COVID started but rest assure this law firm was with me the whole time. The communication was great. Not one time was I ever disappointed in the process. The outcome exceeded my expectations. Kathleen and her team are amazing. I know I was annoying at times and very restless about my case but they handled it well and when it was all said and done, they got me more than I expected! They work very hard to get you the most compensation you deserve! Again, highly recommended!!! Thanks team.

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Diane Cardoso was amazing to work with. She held our hand during a stressful time for our family and provided not only comfort, but expert guidance to navigate the process. We are so grateful to have worked with Diane towards a successful settlement for our daughter. I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone in need of legal assistance for a personal injury claim. Thank you Diane!

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