[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/staging-dmlawyer2.wordkeeper.net\/looks-like-hurt-bar-fight\/#Article","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/staging-dmlawyer2.wordkeeper.net\/looks-like-hurt-bar-fight\/","headline":"When It Looks Like You Were Hurt in a Bar Fight","name":"When It Looks Like You Were Hurt in a Bar Fight","description":"It almost seems surreal. \u00a0You already had a hard day at work. \u00a0Be that as it may, you decide to stop at the local tavern and have a few beers with your buddies. \u00a0Seemingly out of nowhere, you find yourself involved in a bar fight. \u00a0\u00a0You know you didn\u2019t start it. \u00a0So, what does that… Continue reading When It Looks Like You Were Hurt in a Bar Fight<\/span><\/a>","datePublished":"2017-11-09","dateModified":"2024-07-29","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/staging-dmlawyer2.wordkeeper.net\/author\/dmlawyer\/#Person","name":"Dan T. 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Candidly, that\u2019s the case for any property owner. \u00a0However, bars are unique in that they serve alcohol. \u00a0And, just about everybody knows what an over consumption of beer, wine or hard liquor can do to even the calmest of people.So, what does this mean as far as pursuing a personal injury case for a bar fight? \u00a0\u00a0The tavern has certain responsibilities known as dram shop liability. \u00a0\u00a0In New Jersey, the law that begins to define those obligations is called the New Jersey Licensed Alcoholic Beverage Server Fair Liability Act.Legal Requirements for Tavern OwnersFirst, it\u2019s a matter of observation and control. \u00a0New Jersey law requires that bartenders refuse to sell drinks to the guests who are obviously intoxicated. \u00a0Additionally, tavern owners must provide adequate training for their security personnel and servers.If you\u2019ve ever been in a bar that has bouncers, you\u2019ll notice that they have a no excuses policy when it comes to drunken patrons. \u00a0\u00a0Meanwhile, you might also observe people who are denied drinks. \u00a0\u00a0You should know that the responsibility for watching alcohol consumption goes further. \u00a0\u00a0If you are injured in a car accident because someone was driving under the influence, you may also be able to pursue a case against the place that continued to serve an individual visibly intoxicated.Will insurance cover any claims you may make against the bar? \u00a0Again, this is an open-ended question. \u00a0Usually, the bar\u2019s liability insurance covers the personal injury claims that occur as a result of the bar employees\u2019 negligence. However, the tavern\u2019s insurance isn\u2019t going to cover the claims you have against the person who assaulted you.Keep in mind that when you are looking for monetary damages for your injuries, you are pursuing a case in civil court. \u00a0\u00a0Any assault claims are considered in criminal court.New Jersey Bar Fight Personal Injury LawyersIf you or your loved ones have been injured in a bar fight, you should get in touch with our New Jersey bar fight lawyers. At the Law Offices of Beninato & Matrafaljo, we not only pride ourselves on several decades of experience. \u00a0We will provide you or your loved ones with an aggressive and compassionate representation that seeks a positive outcome according to your expectations.\u00a0 Contact us to schedule an appointment."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"When It Looks Like You Were Hurt in a Bar Fight","item":"https:\/\/staging-dmlawyer2.wordkeeper.net\/looks-like-hurt-bar-fight\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]