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Personal Injury Attorneys in New Jersey

Mennie Heizler, LLC represents injured clients across Ocean County, Monmouth County, and statewide New Jersey — and every client speaks directly with an attorney, not a case manager, from the first call.

New Jersey Personal Injury Law Firm With a Track Record That Shows

After an injury, you have two decisions to make before anything else: get medical attention, and find an attorney before the insurance company gets ahead of you. Insurers move quickly to minimize what they pay. Mennie Heizler moves faster.


Our personal injury attorneys have recovered over $200 million for clients across New Jersey, including a $9.6 million auto accident recovery and multiple seven-figure verdicts and settlements in medical malpractice, construction injury, and workers' compensation cases. That track record reflects what happens when a firm with 60+ years of combined courtroom experience handles cases from start to finish — not a team of case managers working from a file.


We represent clients from our Toms River personal injury attorneys office in Ocean County and our Ocean Township personal injury attorneys office in Monmouth County. If you were injured anywhere in New Jersey, we can help.

What to Do After an Accident in New Jersey

The steps you take in the hours and days after an injury directly affect the strength of your legal claim. Insurance adjusters are trained to move fast — and anything you say to them before speaking with an attorney can be used to reduce what you recover.

Get Medical Attention

See a doctor immediately, even if you feel fine. Delayed treatment creates gaps in your medical record that insurers use to dispute the severity of your injuries.

Report the Accident

File a police report, notify your employer, or report the incident to the property owner, depending on how you were injured. Written documentation is critical.

Preserve Evidence

Photograph the scene, your injuries, and any property damage. Collect contact information from witnesses before they leave.

Do Not Speak With Insurance Adjusters

Do not give a recorded statement or accept any offer before speaking with an attorney. Insurance companies are not on your side.

Call Mennie Heizler

The sooner you call, the more we can do to preserve evidence and build your case. Your first consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

At Mennie Heizler, LLC, we handle everything—from investigating the scene and gathering medical records to dealing with insurance companies—so you can focus on healing.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in New Jersey

Mennie Heizler represents clients injured in a wide range of accidents and incidents throughout Ocean County, Monmouth County, and across New Jersey. Select your situation below to learn more about your options.

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Car Accidents 

We help injured drivers and passengers recover full compensation after collisions caused by negligent drivers.

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Truck Accidents 

Hurt in a collision with a commercial truck or tractor-trailer? We hold negligent drivers and trucking companies accountable.

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Motorcycle Accidents 

Motorcyclists face disproportionate injury risk. We fight for victims against insurers who minimize motorcycle claims.

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Construction Site Injuries

We represent workers and bystanders injured on New Jersey job sites, including scaffolding falls, equipment accidents, and structural failures.

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Slip and Fall 

We pursue compensation for clients injured on unsafe property due to hazardous conditions a property owner failed to address.

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Boating Accidents 

We handle personal injury claims involving recreational boats, jet skis, and watercraft collisions on New Jersey's waterways.

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Bicycle Accidents 

We advocate for cyclists struck by negligent or distracted drivers throughout New Jersey.

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Liquor Liability 

We hold bars, restaurants, and social hosts accountable under New Jersey dram shop laws when over-service leads to injury.

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Wrongful Death 

We represent families who have lost a loved one due to another party's negligence and guide them through the legal process with care.

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Medical Malpractice 

We handle cases involving misdiagnosis, surgical errors, birth injuries, and other failures in the standard of medical care.

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Product Liability 

We pursue claims against manufacturers and distributors when defective or dangerous products cause serious injury.

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Dog Bites 

We represent bite victims under New Jersey's strict liability dog bite statute to recover for medical costs, scarring, and emotional harm.

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How Personal Injury Cases Work at Mennie Heizler

Free Consultation

You speak directly with John Mennie or Gregory Heizler about what happened and what your options are. No intake forms before you can reach an attorney. No charge for the conversation.

Investigation and Evidence Building

We gather medical records, police and incident reports, witness statements, and expert opinions to document the full extent of your injuries and establish liability.

Demand and Negotiation

We calculate your damages — including future medical costs and lost income — present a formal demand to the insurance carrier, and negotiate from a position of documented strength.

Litigation, If Necessary

If the insurer won't offer fair value, we take your case to court. Our attorneys have tried cases across Ocean County, Monmouth County, and throughout New Jersey, and insurance companies know it.

Resolution

We pursue the outcome your case warrants — through settlement or verdict — and keep you informed at every stage.

What New Jersey Personal Injury Law Means for Your Case

Understanding a few key legal rules before you call can help you ask better questions and make a more informed decision.

The Two-Year Statute of Limitations

In most New Jersey personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. Miss that deadline and your right to recover is gone, with limited exceptions. If your injury involved a government entity — a municipality, county agency, or state body — the notice requirements are even shorter. Contact an attorney as soon as possible after any accident.

New Jersey's Modified Comparative Fault Rule

New Jersey follows a modified comparative fault standard. If you are found partially responsible for the accident, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If your share of fault exceeds 50%, you cannot recover. Insurance adjusters use this rule aggressively — they will look for any basis to assign you fault and reduce what they owe. Having an attorney who understands how this plays out at trial matters.

Contingency Fees — You Pay Nothing Unless We Win

Mennie Heizler handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs, no hourly fees, and no payment of any kind unless we recover compensation for you. Your initial consultation is also free.

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Why Injury Victims Across New Jersey Choose This Firm

Direct attorney access.

You speak with John Mennie or Gregory Heizler — not a case manager, not support staff. That applies from your first call through resolution.

$200M+ recovered.

Results include a $9.6M auto accident recovery, a $1.45M construction site settlement, and a $1.375M medical malpractice recovery, among others.

60+ years of combined courtroom experience.

Our attorneys have tried cases across New Jersey and have the litigation record to back up every demand we make.

Two local offices.

Visit our Ocean County personal injury lawyer office in Toms River or our Monmouth County personal injury lawyer office in Ocean Township. We also meet by phone, video, evenings, and weekends.

No fee unless we recover.

You pay nothing upfront and nothing at all unless Mennie Heizler wins your case.

  • What does a personal injury attorney do in New Jersey?

    A personal injury attorney investigates your accident, documents your injuries and damages, handles all communication with insurance companies, and pursues compensation through negotiation or litigation. At Mennie Heizler, your attorney — not a case manager — handles your case directly from the first call through resolution.

  • How do I know if I have a personal injury case in New Jersey?

    If you were injured because of someone else's negligence — a reckless driver, an unsafe property owner, a defective product, or a medical error — you likely have a claim worth evaluating. The best way to know is to speak with an attorney. Mennie Heizler offers free consultations with no obligation.

  • How long does a personal injury case take in New Jersey?

    It depends on the complexity of the case and whether it settles or goes to trial. Straightforward cases may resolve in months; cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or litigation can take one to three years or longer. Your attorney will give you a realistic timeline once we understand the specifics of your situation.

  • Can I still recover if I was partially at fault for the accident?

    Yes, in most situations. New Jersey follows a modified comparative fault rule — you can recover as long as your share of fault does not exceed 50%. Your compensation is reduced proportionally by your percentage of fault. An attorney can help you understand how this applies to your case.

  • What is a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer?

    At Mennie Heizler, a free consultation means you speak directly with an attorney — John Mennie or Gregory Heizler — about what happened, what your options are, and what the case may be worth. There is no charge and no obligation to hire the firm.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Cases in New Jersey

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Talk to a New Jersey Personal Injury Attorney Today

Every day you wait, evidence fades and insurance adjusters get further ahead. If you were injured in an accident anywhere in Ocean County, Monmouth County, or across New Jersey, call Mennie Heizler now. The consultation is free, and you speak directly with an attorney.