The Epstein Law Firm Secures Legal Malpractice Settlement for Woman Whose Personal Injury Case Was Dismissed After Attorney Failed to Complete Service

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Michael J. Epstein of The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., was featured in GlobeNewswire following the firm’s successful settlement of a legal malpractice lawsuit involving a New Jersey woman whose original personal injury case was dismissed after her former attorney failed to complete essential legal procedures.

The case involved Ana Felicia Cruz-Sosa, who suffered injuries to her wrist, knee, and lower back in a 2013 slip-and-fall accident at Newport Centre Mall in Jersey City. Although her attorney filed a personal injury lawsuit, unsuccessful service of the complaint and years of procedural delays ultimately led to the case being dismissed with prejudice. The dismissal was upheld on appeal, preventing Cruz-Sosa from pursuing compensation through her original claim.

Epstein subsequently represented Cruz-Sosa in a legal malpractice lawsuit, alleging that her former attorney’s failure to meet professional obligations deprived her of the opportunity to pursue her injury claims. The litigation involved expert analysis of legal responsibilities and medical evidence documenting her injuries.

The resulting settlement resolved the malpractice claims and brought closure to a lengthy legal dispute. The coverage highlights the importance of attorney accountability, particularly when clients depend on legal professionals to protect their rights, meet procedural requirements, and communicate effectively throughout litigation.

Read the full coverage here.

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., continues to represent individuals and families in personal injury and other serious injury matters throughout New Jersey.

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