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Adam Birkhold, Esq. and Robert Maider, Esq. are firm partners who stay involved in your crash and next steps.
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New Jersey Car Accident Lawyers
Free case review. No upfront costs or attorney fees unless you receive compensation. Se habla español.
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- Birkhold & Maider, LLC
- Practicing law since 2006
- Firm partners
- Montclair, NJ office
- 7 N Mountain Ave
- English & Spanish
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Personal representation
Why injured people call Birkhold & Maider
Put your energy into treatment
After a New Jersey crash, the firm can handle insurer communications, records, bills, evidence, and paperwork while you focus on medical care.
Free case review. No upfront costs
Your case review is free. There are no upfront costs or attorney fees unless you receive compensation.
Before speaking with an insurance company
Do not give a recorded statement before consulting an attorney
An adjuster may request a recorded statement soon after an accident. What you say can affect how fault and injuries are evaluated. Your policy may still require notice or cooperation, so get legal guidance promptly before agreeing to a recording.
Car Accident
What to do after a car accident in New Jersey
Rear-end crashes can involve following distance, a sudden stop, distraction, or a chain reaction. Intersection crashes may turn on signals, turns, lane position, speed, and witnesses. A police report may help, but photographs, video, vehicle damage, and medical records can also clarify what happened.
Hit-and-run and drunk-driver crashes need prompt steps. Report the collision, seek care when needed, and notify your insurer. Keep the claim number and communications. A driver leaving the scene, an arrest, or a citation does not resolve injury or insurance questions.
The other driver’s insurer may seek a recorded statement after the crash. Do not give one before consulting with a New Jersey car accident lawyer. Early statements can be used to assess fault and injuries when symptoms or facts are not fully known.
Losses that may be evaluated
- Medical bills and related expenses tied to the injury
- Lost wages and reduced earning ability
- Future treatment needs supported by medical information
- Pain and suffering connected to an injury
- Vehicle damage and documented property loss
Protect your claim
Practical guidance for the days after a crash
These steps can help document a New Jersey car accident without assumptions about fault or insurance coverage.
Keep one complete file
Collect report and claim numbers, photos, estimates, medical papers, insurer letters, and work-loss information. A short timeline of symptoms and appointments may also help.
Take care with insurer communications
Notify your own insurer and answer necessary questions truthfully. Do not agree to a recorded statement before consulting an attorney. Ask why the insurer wants a recording and get legal guidance promptly.
Preserve crash-specific information
For an intersection collision, identify witnesses and cameras. For a hit-and-run, give law enforcement details you recall. For suspected impaired driving, preserve documents without assumptions about the investigation.
One step at a time
How it works
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Call or send the online form
Contact Birkhold & Maider, LLC by phone or form with the crash location, injuries, and insurer contact. The firm is available 24/7 in English and Spanish.
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Get a free case review
A lawyer can hear your account, identify questions to explore, and discuss whether the firm may help. A free case review does not mean the firm will accept the matter or that a particular result will follow.
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Investigation, records, and negotiation
If representation begins, the firm can gather reports, records, bills, witness information, and evidence. It can communicate with insurers and evaluate negotiations based on injuries, insurance issues, evidence, and New Jersey law.
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Consider a resolution path
We will explain material developments and options as the matter progresses. There are no upfront costs or attorney fees unless you receive compensation.
Every case is different
A claim should be evaluated on its own facts
A car accident evaluation considers crash evidence, medical information, treatment needs, work impact, vehicle damage, insurance, and fault. Rear-end, intersection, hit-and-run, and drunk-driver allegations may call for different records.
Birkhold & Maider, LLC listens first and examines available information. The firm can explain the claim process and questions to raise with an insurer; legal and insurance issues depend on the matter.
Prior results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any future case. Every case is different, and results depend on the specific facts and circumstances, including the nature and severity of the injuries, damages incurred, applicable law, responsibility of the parties involved, and other factors.
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What clients say about the firm
Read experiences publicly shared by Birkhold & Maider clients. Attribution is limited to first name and last initial for privacy.
“I cannot recommend Alex Corazon and the team at Birkhold & Maider, LLC highly enough. From the very beginning, Alex demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for my situation.”
“I had a great experience with this firm handling my motor vehicle case and am very satisfied with the outcome. Attorney Alex was knowledgeable and supportive throughout the process, and my paralegal Cristalia kept everything organized and always kept me informed.”
“Birkhold & Maider made the process of my case so easy. Lena kept a great line of communication throughout my case. She answered An unlimited amount of questions to help me understand the process and status of everything. Craig was awesome and went beyond measures to keep me informed and updated. I appreciate the support and Representation they have provided. I would definitely recommend anyone to them in the future.”
“Great firm great team! Lena has been especially great going above and beyond behind the scenes. Getting me all the info I need that I can understand! Very detail oriented! From the top to the bottom this firm is a firm that will fight for you and do what’s right!”
“I am beyond grateful for my experience with Birkhold & Maider. Attorney Maider and Wanda were incredibly helpful and professional throughout the entire case process. What stood out the most is their empathy — they truly understand that no one can put a price on your injury. My case was settled fairly, and everything was transparent from start to finish. I would highly recommend this office to anyone in need of dedicated and compassionate lawyers.”
“After switching from a previous Law firm who advised me to accept a lower settlement amount, I’m beyond grateful I made the decision and switched to Birkhold & Maider. From the very beginning Mr. Kevin Decie and Jordyn showed confidence, dedication and a clear commitment to fighting for what they believe I truly deserved. They took the time to understand my case, kept me informed every step and never made me feel like just another client.”
“This law firm is more like family than a lawyer. The staff that are working in this office are so professional and knowledgeable. I always have my phone calls returned immediately. I don’t have to get frustrated about not being able to reach Adam; my needs are met immediately. I want to give Melissa a special shout out for putting up with an old lady like me, she is amazing. If you are looking for a reliable law firm this is your place to be.”
“Allowing Birkhold & Maider to take my case was one of the best decisions I’ve made. They got me back the maximum amount for my case and the process was super quick. I will definitely be using them and recommend for all cases going forward.”
“Birkhold & Maider was the best decision I made to handle my case. Adam, Craig and Lena were caring, concerned and very communicative. They treated me like family!! I highly recommend their law offices and service.”
“Birkhold & Maider did a great job defending me after my accident. I got a good settlement in the end. I was very satisfied.”
Clear answers
Common questions
What may affect the value of my New Jersey car accident claim?
Each claim depends on its facts. Relevant issues include documented injuries, treatment, future care, missed work, reduced earning ability, vehicle damage, insurance, and fault. A lawyer can assess information, but cannot set a fixed value in an early conversation.
What is the deadline for a car accident injury lawsuit in New Jersey?
Generally, a New Jersey personal-injury lawsuit has a two-year filing deadline. Facts and exceptions can change it. A claim involving a New Jersey public entity may require a notice of claim within 90 days. Seek prompt legal advice rather than relying on a general timeline.
Can I pursue a claim if I may have been partly at fault?
Possibly. Recovery may be possible when the injured person is not more at fault than the party or parties pursued. Damages are reduced by the injured person’s percentage of fault. Insurers may disagree about fault, so reports, photographs, witnesses, and other evidence can matter.
How much does it cost to hire a car accident lawyer?
The case review is free. There are no upfront costs or attorney fees unless you receive compensation. The written representation agreement explains the arrangement.
What if the driver was uninsured or left the scene?
Call law enforcement, get medical care when needed, and notify your insurer. Preserve details, photos, and witnesses. Your policy may include uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, but coverage depends on its terms and facts. A lawyer can help identify questions and information to gather.
Serving New Jersey
Serving northern and central New Jersey communities
Birkhold & Maider, LLC serves people with car accident concerns in Essex, Passaic, Middlesex, Bergen, and Union counties. From its Montclair office, the firm assists people in Montclair, Newark, Paterson, Clifton, Bloomfield, and East Orange.
The firm welcomes inquiries from Hackensack, Elizabeth, New Brunswick, Edison, and nearby New Jersey communities. Contact the firm about a rear-end crash, intersection collision, hit-and-run, or suspected drunk-driver crash.
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Talk with a New Jersey car accident lawyer
Contact Birkhold & Maider, LLC 24/7 for a free case review. Ask about medical bills, missed work, vehicle damage, insurer contact, or a recorded statement. No upfront costs or attorney fees unless you receive compensation. Se habla español.
Free case review. No upfront costs or attorney fees unless you receive compensation. Any responsibility for case costs and expenses is explained in the written agreement.