Can you fire a NJ Personal Injury Lawyer?
Yes, you can fire a personal injury lawyer.
Most personal injury lawyers represent an injured party on a contingency fee basis. A contingent fee basis means that an attorney will only be compensated upon the successful completion of the personal injury case.
If you are not happy with your personal injury lawyer, you have the legal right to fire him/her and seek new representation. However, firing your lawyer should be a decision of last resort.
If you are dissatisfied with the services of your personal injury lawyer, do not automatically “fire” him or her. First, speak to your lawyer and voice your concerns. Sometimes there is a break down in communication that can be resolved with a simple heart to heart conversation. Keep in mind that the lawyer that represents you in the very beginning of your case is always preferred and should get every option to resolve any differences.
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The lawyers at Beninato and Matrafajlo Attorneys at Law, LLC urge you to make all reasonable efforts to resolve your differences with your lawyer. However, if your attempts fail, give us a call at 908-248-4404 to discuss your options. As always, all consultations are free.
Dan T. Matrafajlo, Esq. is the Managing Member and Lead Partner at Beninato & Matrafajlo, Attorneys at Law, LLC, a New Jersey-based personal injury law firm with offices in Elizabeth and East Brunswick. With over two decades of experience representing clients in complex matters—including motor vehicle accidents, workers’ compensation, and wrongful death cases—he has recovered over $100 million on behalf of his clients and is known for securing significant results. He has also helped shape New Jersey personal injury law through notable Appellate Division decisions such as Hardison v. King and Frenklakh v. Lojek, with his litigation work featured in the New Jersey Law Journal, underscoring his authority in the field.
Mr. Matrafajlo was recognized as a Super Lawyers® Rising Stars honoree from 2012 to 2017 and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum—an honor reserved for attorneys who have achieved multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements. Combining deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, he provides strategic, results-driven representation while guiding clients through every stage of the legal process. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law and is admitted to practice in both New Jersey and New York.
