Personal injury claims are often filed by the victim that has suffered an injury. However, there are instances when you may be able to file a personal injury claim on behalf of someone else in the state of New Jersey. You can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of the deceased if you are their survivor. You may file a personal injury claim on behalf of your child if your child is a minor by the time of the accident. The spouse of a person that has been injured or killed can file a lawsuit for loss of consortium or companionship.