In most cases, personal injury claims are filed by the victim of the accident. That means the person who was actually injured in the accident is the one that files the claim. However, personal injury laws in New Jersey do make exceptions. These include: - When the injured party dies as a result of the injuries they suffered in the accident. The survivors of the deceased can file a wrongful death lawsuit and receive compensation on behalf of the deceased. - When the accident victim is a child. Their parents or legal guardian can file a personal injury claim on behalf of their injured child. - If your spouse has been killed or injured, you can file a separate lawsuit for loss of consortium or companionship. If a loved one has been injured, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit on their behalf and recover compensation for your injuries. Contact Lombardi and Lombardi, P.A. for a free consultation with an experienced Bloomfield personal injury lawyer. We will guide you on how to recover compensation on behalf of your loved one.