Call Today – (201) 846-7100
Call Today – (201) 846-7100
When you’ve been injured in Garfield, the days right after an accident often feel overwhelming. Medical bills start arriving, insurance adjusters call before you have answers, and you may not know whether your case is worth pursuing. Garfield is a tight-knit, diverse Bergen County community, and the outcome of your claim can depend on having an attorney who actually knows Route 46, Passaic Street, and the manufacturing and construction sites where so many local injuries happen. You need someone who treats you like a neighbor, not a file number.
Attorney Luis A. Martinez has represented injured clients throughout Bergen County for over 34 years. He is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, a distinction held by fewer than one percent of New Jersey lawyers, and he previously served as a local judge and a public defender before dedicating his practice to personal injury victims. Luis is bilingual in Spanish and English and personally handles every case himself, from the first phone call through resolution. His office in Hackensack sits just minutes from Garfield, and he gives every client his personal cell phone number so you can always reach him directly. If you’ve been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, call (201) 846-7100 for a free consultation with Attorney Martinez himself.
Injured in Garfield? Attorney Luis Martinez, of Luis Martinez Law, has fought for injured Bergen County residents for over 34 years. Call a real person, not a billboard, at (201) 846-7100.
Legally Reviewed by Luis A. Martinez on August 27, 2026
⚠ New Jersey Law Limits Your Time to File
New Jersey gives you two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury claim, according to the New Jersey Courts. Miss that deadline, and you may lose your right to seek compensation.
Attorney Luis Martinez brings 34 years of personal injury experience, is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, and works on contingency, so you pay no fee unless he recovers compensation for you. He also gives every client his personal cell phone number, so you are never left waiting on hold.
Every New Jersey personal injury claim rests on four basic elements. Whether your accident happened on Route 46, near Passaic Street, or along the Garden State Parkway, Attorney Martinez builds every Garfield case around these same building blocks. Working with experienced Bergen County Personal Injury lawyers from the start can make a real difference in how these elements are proven.
Drivers on Route 46, property owners along Passaic Street, and employers at Garfield job sites all owe a legal duty to keep others reasonably safe.
When someone ignores that duty, whether by running a light near the Garden State Parkway ramps or ignoring a known hazard, they breach the standard of care New Jersey law requires.
Your case must connect that breach directly to your injury, showing that the negligent act, and not some other factor, caused the harm you suffered.
Finally, you must show real damages, such as medical bills, lost income, or pain and suffering. New Jersey gives you two years from the date of injury to bring this claim, so acting promptly can help protect your rights.
Traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries from accidents on Garfield roads and job sites often result in permanent disability requiring extensive medical treatment and lifetime care. Luis fights for maximum compensation to cover medical costs, lost income, and the life-altering impact of catastrophic injuries.
Severe burn injuries cause excruciating pain, permanent scarring, and often require multiple surgeries. Luis represents Garfield burn injury victims in cases involving workplace accidents, defective products, and premises liability claims.
Garfield sees frequent accidents on Route 46, Passaic Street, and busy local intersections. Luis handles all motor vehicle injury claims including rear-end collisions, intersection accidents, and multi-vehicle crashes throughout the community.
Construction workers in Garfield face serious dangers from falls, equipment failures, and negligent contractors. Luis fights for injured workers’ rights, pursuing compensation from all responsible parties for unsafe job site conditions.
Dog bite injuries can cause permanent scarring, nerve damage, and emotional trauma for Garfield residents and families. Luis holds owners accountable and secures compensation for medical treatment and ongoing damages.
Bus and other mass transit accidents in Garfield involve complex liability issues and government entities. Luis navigates these complicated claims to hold transit authorities accountable for passenger injuries.
Motorcyclists suffer devastating injuries when struck by negligent drivers on Route 46, Passaic Street, and other Garfield roads. Luis handles motorcycle accident claims, fighting insurance company bias to secure fair compensation.
Property owners must maintain safe conditions at Garfield stores, restaurants, and commercial properties. Luis holds negligent property owners accountable for hazardous conditions causing injuries throughout the community.
Garfield slip and fall accidents at businesses, parking lots, and sidewalks cause serious injuries from fractures to head trauma. Luis investigates negligent maintenance and dangerous conditions leading to premises liability claims.
Commercial truck accidents on Route 46 near Garfield often result in catastrophic injuries or death. Luis investigates trucking company negligence, driver violations, and maintenance failures to maximize compensation for victims.
Injured on the job at a Garfield manufacturing facility, construction site, retail store, or other workplace? Luis handles workers’ compensation claims while evaluating third-party claims that could increase your total recovery beyond standard benefits.
When negligence causes a fatal accident in Garfield, surviving family members face devastating loss. Luis helps families pursue wrongful death claims to recover compensation for funeral expenses, lost support, and the immeasurable loss of a loved one.
As a Certified Civil Trial Attorney, one of fewer than one percent of lawyers in New Jersey to hold this distinction, Attorney Luis Martinez prepares every case as though it may go before a jury. That preparation often strengthens his negotiating position, since insurance companies know he is ready to take a case to trial rather than settle for less than it may be worth. In one case, a client suffered a head injury when another driver struck his vehicle while racing, and Attorney Martinez's trial-ready preparation helped secure a confidential settlement of $1,550,000 for that client.
Unlike firms where you speak only with a paralegal or case manager, Attorney Martinez personally handles every Garfield case from the first phone call through resolution. He gives every client his personal cell phone number, so you are never left wondering who to call with a question. Luis is also fluent in Spanish and English, so language is never a barrier between you and the answers you need.
When you call Luis Martinez Law, you reach a real person, not a billboard, and he speaks your language. Contact us today for a free consultation, or call Attorney Martinez directly at (201) 846-7100.
Follow these five steps to protect your health, your evidence, and your right to compensation after a Garfield accident.
Get checked by a medical professional right away, even if you feel fine. Some injuries may not show symptoms for hours or days.
Call the police after a crash, or notify the property owner or manager after a slip and fall, so an official record exists.
Photograph the scene and your injuries, and collect contact information from witnesses while their memories are fresh.
Speak with an attorney before giving a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster, since your own words can be used to reduce what you are owed.
New Jersey gives you two years to file a personal injury claim, so reaching out early gives your case time to gather the strongest evidence.
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