When ‘Anticipated’ Isn’t Enough: What a New Jersey Probate Ruling Teaches Families About Divorce, Estates, and Contracts

This case is a reminder that careful drafting at the divorce stage and thoughtful estate planning afterward are not academic exercises. They determine who owns real property, who inherits, and whether disputes are resolved quietly—or in a courtroom years later. Read Full Article Here

FIFA 2026, Politics, And The Law: What Sepp Blatter’s Warning Really Means For The World Cup In America

The 2026 tournament is testing whether a sport that markets itself as borderless can function inside a world of tightening borders and polarized politics. Read Full Article Here

Severe Winter Weather Hits Half the Nation: Michael J. Epstein of The Epstein Law Firm Offers Guidance on Staying Safe and Knowing Your Legal Rights

ROCHELLE PARK, N.J., Jan. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With winter storms sweeping across the United States, nearly half the population is under severe weather warnings, creating dangerous conditions for pedestrians, drivers, and property owners. In a timely new article, Michael J. Epstein, founder of The Epstein Law Firm, shares his perspective on staying safe during icy conditions […]

The Overlooked Legal Risk Lurking in Third-Party Web Tools

These tools are now embedded so deeply into modern websites that they often fade into the background. Yet recent research analyzing thousands of major websites shows that nearly two-thirds of third-party applications are accessing sensitive data without any clear business justification. Read Full Article on Law.com

When a Bus Ride Becomes a Lawsuit: Liability After a Passenger Fall on NJ Transit

Public transit systems depend on public trust. That trust erodes when riders are injured due to conduct that could have been avoided with basic care and attention. Read Full Article in Law.com

A World Cup Ticket Isn’t A Souvenir. It’s A Contract Of Adhesion.

The sticker shock is real, but the fine print is where fans lose almost every meaningful right. By Michael J. Epstein on January 08, 2026 1:31 pm FIFA has managed to turn World Cup ticketing into an international spectacle before a single match has even started. In September, the organization said that tickets would begin at around […]

Expert Opinion | Premises Liability: Slipping on Ice at a Home Isn’t “Just an Accident”—Tenants and Visitors Have Rights

When property owners—including landlords—fail to manage known winter hazards, people can suffer life-altering injuries. January 02, 2026 at 12:01 PM By Michael J. Epstein Winter has a way of turning familiar spaces into hidden hazards. A front walkway looks peaceful under a dusting of snow—until you discover the sheet of ice beneath it. A charming […]

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. Announces New Article by Managing Partner Michael J. Epstein: The Legal Gray Zones of a Three-Nation World Cup: Who Is Liable When Something Goes Wrong?

ROCHELLE PARK, N.J., Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. today announced the release of timely new content from managing partner and trial attorney Michael J. Epstein, titled “The Legal Gray Zones of a Three-Nation World Cup: Who Is Liable When Something Goes Wrong?“ The piece examines the unprecedented legal challenges surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the […]

When Ice Injuries Aren’t Negligence—And Why Accountability Still Matters

Expert Opinion | Personal Injury By Michael J. Epstein December 02, 2025 The law isn’t designed to punish people for living in cold climates. It’s designed to hold people accountable when they fail to act reasonably. Michael J. Epstein of The Epstein Law Firm. Courtesy photo   In my line of work, I meet people […]

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