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When a serious accident turns your life upside down in Livingston, the bills arrive long before the answers do. Emergency care at a major regional hospital, weeks away from work, and daily calls from an insurance adjuster can pile up while you are still trying to heal. You should not have to carry that burden alone — especially when someone else’s carelessness caused your injuries.

At The Epstein Law Firm, P.A., our Livingston personal injury lawyers have been standing up for injured New Jerseyans since 1973. We know the roadways where these crashes happen, the hospitals where our clients are treated, and the Essex County courtrooms where their cases are decided. We handle the investigation, the paperwork, and the insurance companies so you can focus on getting better. Your case evaluation is free, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Call (201) 231-7847 today.

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Why Injured People Turn to The Epstein Law Firm

Choosing a lawyer after an accident is one of the most important decisions you will make. For more than five decades, The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. has represented injured people across New Jersey — not insurance companies, not corporations. That experience matters when the other side brings teams of adjusters and defense lawyers to the table.

Clients come to us because we prepare every case as though it will be tried before a jury. That preparation is what forces insurance companies to take your claim seriously and offer fair settlements. We keep you informed at every stage, return your calls, and explain your options in plain language — no legal jargon, no pressure. And because we work on a contingency-fee basis, you never pay attorney’s fees out of pocket; our fee comes from the recovery we win for you. If you were hurt in Livingston or anywhere in Essex County, call (201) 231-7847 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.

Why Livingston NJ Injury Cases Require Local Investigation

Not every road in Livingston is maintained by the same agency — and in a personal injury case, that distinction matters. Route 10, the state highway that runs through town as Mt. Pleasant Avenue, falls under the New Jersey Department of Transportation. Eisenhower Parkway (County Route 609), Livingston Avenue (County Routes 527 and 649), South Orange Avenue (County Route 510), and Northfield Road (County Route 508) are Essex County roadways. Local streets belong to the Township of Livingston, while I-280 is an interstate corridor.

When a crash involves a dangerous road condition — a malfunctioning signal, a faded crosswalk, an overgrown sightline, or a design defect — knowing which agency is responsible determines where maintenance records, prior crash data, and design plans come from. It also determines who can be held liable, and claims against public agencies trigger New Jersey’s Tort Claims Act with a strict 90-day notice requirement. Our attorneys identify every responsible party and every applicable deadline at the start of your case, so no claim is lost to a technicality.

Where Serious Injuries Happen in Livingston NJ

Livingston is one of Essex County’s busiest suburban hubs, and its roadways reflect it. Heavy commuter traffic, dense retail corridors, and constant foot traffic around schools, parks, and shopping centers create predictable patterns of serious crashes and injuries. Understanding where — and why — these accidents happen helps us investigate them more effectively.

Route 10 (Mt. Pleasant Avenue) and the Livingston NJ Circle

State Route 10 enters Livingston from the west over the Passaic River and continues through town as Mt. Pleasant Avenue, a key east-west commuter route between the New York City metropolitan area and western Essex and Morris counties. At the Livingston Circle, it meets Eisenhower Parkway (CR 609) and West Northfield Road (CR 508) in the Morehousetown section of town. The circle is a well-known congestion and collision point — the New Jersey Department of Transportation is actively studying safety improvements there, with concept development completed in fall 2026. Multi-vehicle crashes, rear-end collisions in stop-and-go traffic, and commercial vehicle incidents along this corridor are among the most common cases we see.

Eisenhower Parkway and the Livingston NJ Mall Corridor

Eisenhower Parkway (CR 609) runs north from South Orange Avenue past the Livingston Mall, continuing to the I-280 interchange in Roseland. This is Livingston’s primary retail corridor: constant turning traffic, parking-lot collisions, and pedestrian injuries around the mall and the shopping centers along the parkway. Parking lots are a frequent — and often overlooked — source of serious injuries, from pedestrian knockdowns to slip-and-fall accidents on poorly maintained pavement.

South Orange Avenue, Northfield Road, and Livingston NJ Avenue

South Orange Avenue (CR 510) and Northfield Road (CR 508) carry east-west traffic through the southern part of the township, while Livingston Avenue (CR 527/649) — the township’s highest-use north-south roadway — links I-280 to the north with Route 24 to the south and serves offices, retailers, banks, and the Civic Center Municipal Complex. These corridors mix commuter traffic, NJ Transit bus routes 70, 73, and 873, cyclists, and pedestrians, which makes intersection crashes and pedestrian injuries a recurring concern.

I-280 Interchanges and Route 24 Access

Interstate 280 runs along Livingston’s northern border, with on- and off-ramps at Livingston Avenue, Laurel Avenue, and Eisenhower Parkway, while Route 24 sits just to the south. High-speed merge and lane-change crashes at these interchanges frequently produce the most severe injuries — traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, and multi-vehicle pileups. When a highway defect or a commercial truck is involved, the investigation must move fast to preserve evidence before it disappears.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Livingston NJ

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Livingston NJ

Did a doctor fail to provide proper treatment? Were you hurt in a slip-and-fall because a business owner failed to keep the property safe? Did a defective product cause you harm? Personal injury law protects victims of negligence-driven accidents, including — but not limited to:

• Car Accidents
• Dog Bites
• Slip and Fall Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Catastrophic Injuries
• Legal Malpractice
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Nursing Home Abuse
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Product Liability
• Professional Malpractice
• Rideshare Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Workplace Accidents
• Wrongful Death
• And more…

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What to Do After an Accident in Livingston NJ

What you do in the hours and days after an accident can shape the outcome of your injury claim. If you are able, take these steps:

• Call 911 and get medical care immediately. Some injuries — including concussions and internal injuries — may not show symptoms right away. The CDC lists concussion warning signs such as headache, confusion, dizziness, and memory problems that can appear hours after impact. If you are unsure whether you need emergency care, MedlinePlus explains how to recognize a medical emergency.
• Report the accident. For crashes on Livingston streets, call the Livingston Police Department at (973) 992-3000 (non-emergency) or 911 for emergencies. You can later request your crash report through the NJ State Police crash report request system.
• Document everything at the scene. Photograph the vehicles, the road or property condition, your injuries, and the surrounding area. Get names and phone numbers of witnesses before they leave.
• Save every record. Keep medical bills, receipts, pay stubs showing lost time, and all correspondence from insurers. Under federal law you have the right to your own records — HHS explains how to request your medical records.
• Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer. You are not obligated to do so, and adjusters are trained to use your words against you. Refer all calls to your lawyer.
• Call us early. Evidence fades, witnesses move, and legal deadlines run. The sooner we start investigating, the stronger your case.

Seriously hurt and not sure where to turn? Call (201) 231-7847 — we will walk you through your next steps in a free consultation.

Evidence That Can Strengthen a Personal Injury Claim

Insurance companies pay more when the evidence is undeniable. From day one, we work to build a record that proves what happened, who was at fault, and what your injuries have cost you:

• Police and incident reports — the official account of what happened and who was cited.
• Photographs and video — scene photos, dashcam or surveillance footage, and images of your injuries over time.
• Witness statements — independent accounts that corroborate your version of events.
• Medical records and bills — documenting every diagnosis, treatment, and expense from the emergency room through rehabilitation.
• Employment and wage records — proving lost income and reduced earning capacity.
• Vehicle data and inspections — event data recorders (“black boxes”), mechanical inspections, and recall histories in crash cases.
• Road and property maintenance records — prior complaints, repair logs, and design documents when a dangerous condition contributed.
• Expert testimony — accident reconstructionists, physicians, and economists who explain complex issues to a jury.

You do not need to gather all of this yourself. When you hire us, our team takes over the investigation — often starting with a site visit and evidence preservation letters within days.

New Jersey Personal Injury Laws and Deadlines

New Jersey law sets strict rules for injury claims. Missing a deadline can end your case before it begins, which is why early legal guidance matters so much.

New Jersey’s Two-Year Filing Deadline

Under N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey. Courts enforce this deadline strictly — file even one day late, and your case will almost certainly be dismissed. Limited exceptions exist, such as the discovery rule for injuries that could not reasonably have been found sooner, and tolling for minors, but you should never assume an exception applies to you.

90-Day Notice for Claims Against Public Entities

If your injury involved a public entity — a crash caused by a poorly maintained county road, an NJ Transit vehicle, a defect on Township of Livingston property, or a state highway — the New Jersey Tort Claims Act requires you to file a formal Notice of Tort Claim within 90 days of the incident, under N.J.S.A. 59:8-9. This is far shorter than the two-year lawsuit deadline, and it catches many injured people by surprise. Identifying every public agency involved — the township, Essex County, NJDOT, or NJ Transit — is one of the first things we do in a new case.

Auto Insurance and PIP Rules

New Jersey is a no-fault state for auto injuries: your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage pays your initial medical bills regardless of who caused the crash, under N.J.S.A. 39:6A-4. Many drivers also carry the “limitation on lawsuit” (verbal threshold) option, which restricts pain-and-suffering claims unless the injury meets a statutory seriousness standard. Your policy choice directly affects what you can recover, so we review your NJDOBI standard auto insurance policy terms and your auto insurance consumer bill of rights protections at the outset of every car accident case.

What If You Were Partly at Fault?

You may still recover compensation. New Jersey follows modified comparative negligence under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1: your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault, and you are barred from recovering only if you were more than 50 percent responsible. For example, if a jury awards $200,000 but finds you 25 percent at fault, you recover $150,000.

Insurance companies routinely exaggerate a victim’s share of fault to shrink payouts — especially in slip-and-fall and intersection cases. Having an attorney who can challenge that narrative with evidence is often the difference between a fair recovery and an unfair one.

Who May Be Liable for a Livingston NJ Injury?

A thorough investigation often reveals more than one responsible party. Depending on the facts, liable parties can include:

• The negligent driver who caused the crash
• The vehicle’s owner, if different from the driver
• The driver’s employer, for crashes during work duties
• A property owner or manager who failed to fix a dangerous condition
• A manufacturer or seller of a defective product
• A contractor or builder responsible for unsafe construction
• A government agency that neglected a road, sidewalk, or public facility
• A bar or restaurant that served a visibly intoxicated driver
• A dog owner, for injuries caused by an unrestrained animal

Identifying every liable party matters because it determines which insurance policies — and how much coverage — are available to compensate you.

Compensation Available in a Personal Injury Case

A successful personal injury claim can recover damages for the full scope of your losses, including:

• Medical expenses — emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, medication, and rehabilitation
• Future medical costs — ongoing treatment, therapy, and care your doctors anticipate
• Lost wages — income lost while you could not work
• Diminished earning capacity — when injuries limit what you can earn in the future
• Pain and suffering — the physical pain caused by your injuries
• Emotional distress — anxiety, depression, PTSD, and sleep disruption
• Scarring and disfigurement — permanent visible injuries
• Loss of enjoyment of life — activities and hobbies your injuries took from you
• Property damage — vehicle repair or replacement and damaged belongings
• Punitive damages — in cases of egregious misconduct, to punish the wrongdoer

We work with medical providers and economic experts to document not just what your injuries have cost so far, but what they will cost over the rest of your life — so no settlement leaves you paying out of pocket later.

Claims Involving Livingston NJ, Essex County, or a State Agency

Many Livingston injuries involve a public entity somewhere in the chain of responsibility: a crash on a county-maintained road, a fall on township property, an incident involving an NJ Transit bus, or a defect on a state highway like Route 10. Under the New Jersey Tort Claims Act, these claims come with special rules — most importantly, the 90-day Notice of Tort Claim requirement under N.J.S.A. 59:8-9.

Public-entity cases also involve different evidence: road maintenance logs, prior complaint histories, design and construction records, and municipal meeting minutes. We know how to request these records and how to build a case against a government defendant — including showing that the dangerous condition was known or should have been known. Because the 90-day clock starts running on the day of the accident, contact us as soon as possible if any government agency may share responsibility.

Local Courts, Medical Care, and Agencies

A Livingston injury case touches local institutions at every stage — from the police report to the hospital bill to the courtroom. Here is what you need to know:

Essex County Civil Courts

Personal injury lawsuits arising in Livingston are heard in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Civil Part, at the Essex County Veterans Courthouse, 50 West Market Street, Newark, NJ 07102. The Civil Division’s customer service office is located at the Hall of Records, 465 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Newark. The NJ Courts Civil Practice Division oversees how these cases move through the system. Our attorneys appear in these courtrooms regularly and know the local procedures, judges’ practices, and filing requirements that keep cases moving.

Hospitals and Medical Care Near Livingston NJ

Many seriously injured Livingston residents are treated at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039 — formerly Saint Barnabas Medical Center, a 597-bed major teaching hospital and one of New Jersey’s largest health care providers, right here in town. Getting prompt, thorough medical care is critical for your health and for your claim: gaps in treatment give insurers an excuse to argue you were not really hurt. Follow every referral, keep every appointment, and tell your doctors about every symptom — your medical records are the foundation of your case. For emergencies, always call 911; the Livingston First Aid Squad (50 S. Livingston Avenue) provides non-emergency squad services to the township.

Livingston NJ Police Department

The Livingston Police Department, 333 S. Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039, investigates crashes and incidents on township roadways. Call 911 for emergencies or (973) 992-3000 for non-emergencies. An accurate police report is one of the most valuable pieces of evidence in an injury claim — if the report contains errors, tell us right away so we can address them. Traffic tickets and minor violations are handled separately by the Livingston Municipal Court.

How The Epstein Law Firm Investigates Livingston NJ Cases

Strong cases are built, not found. When you hire us, our investigation typically includes:

• Immediate evidence preservation — sending preservation letters so vehicles, surveillance footage, and electronic data are not destroyed
• Scene investigation — visiting the crash or accident site, photographing conditions, and measuring sightlines and distances
• Roadway research — pulling maintenance records, prior crash data, and design documents from the correct agency, whether it is Livingston Township, Essex County, or NJDOT
• Witness interviews — locating and interviewing witnesses while memories are fresh
• Medical documentation — working with your providers to fully document injuries, treatment, and prognosis
• Expert retention — accident reconstructionists, engineers, physicians, and economists when the case demands them
• Insurance analysis — identifying every available policy, including umbrella and uninsured motorist coverage
• Damages valuation — calculating the full lifetime cost of your injuries before any settlement discussion

You focus on getting better. We handle the rest. Call (201) 231-7847 to put our investigative team to work for you.

About Livingston

Livingston is a suburban township in western Essex County — a residential community of tree-lined neighborhoods, strong schools, and busy commercial corridors, all within easy commuting distance of New York City. Many residents commute daily by NJ Transit bus or by rail from nearby stations, giving the township’s roadways a familiar suburban rhythm: quiet at midday, congested at rush hour.

The corridors where daily life concentrates are the ones where serious crashes most often happen. Route 10 (Mount Pleasant Avenue) runs east-west through the heart of the township, carrying commuter and retail traffic; South Livingston Avenue and Northfield Avenue move local traffic through the business districts; Eisenhower Parkway and Route 280 provide the faster highway connections. Shopping districts and retail parking lots along these routes draw heavy foot and vehicle traffic year-round, and the combination of turning cars, pedestrians, and crowded lots makes them frequent accident sites.

The township is also home to Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center — formerly Saint Barnabas — at 94 Old Short Hills Road, a major regional hospital whose emergency department treats accident victims from across western Essex County. Many Livingston injury claims begin in that ER. Between commuter traffic on the main arteries, retail corridors, icy winter sidewalks, and the constant flow of deliveries and rideshare vehicles through residential neighborhoods, the township generates a steady variety of personal injury cases — and effective representation here starts with knowing exactly where and how those injuries happen.

Areas Nearby in Essex County

Areas Nearby in Essex County

• Belleville
• Bloomfield
• Caldwell
• Cedar Grove
• East Orange
• Essex Fells
• Fairfield
• Glen Ridge
• Irvington
• Livingston
• Maplewood
• Millburn
• Montclair
• Newark
• North Caldwell
• Nutley
• Orange
• Roseland
• Short Hills
• South Orange
• Verona
• West Caldwell
• West Orange

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New Jersey’s two-year deadline — and a 90-day notice for public-entity claims — means time matters. Talk to a Livingston injury lawyer today, free.

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Our Offices

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. has office locations at:

• 340 West Passaic Street, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
• 560 Sylvan Avenue, Suite 1000-A, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
• 18-20 Lackawanna Plaza, Suite 200, Montclair, NJ 07042

Call (201) 231-7847 today for a free consultation — we handle injury cases throughout Essex County and across New Jersey.

Frequently Asked Questions About Livingston NJ Personal Injury Claims (FAQs)

Below are answers to common questions about personal injury claims in Livingston, New Jersey. This information is general and not legal advice — contact our office for guidance about your specific situation.

I suffered an injury in a slip-and-fall accident. I admit that I am partly at fault due to my own clumsiness. Am I still able to recover compensation?

Quite possibly, yes. New Jersey follows modified comparative negligence under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1. If you shared some fault for your slip-and-fall — say, 25 percent — your compensation is reduced by that percentage, not eliminated. You are barred from recovering only if you were more than 50 percent responsible.

Insurance companies work hard to inflate your share of the blame, especially in slip-and-fall cases where they argue you should have seen the hazard. An attorney pushes back with evidence: maintenance logs, surveillance video, prior complaints about the condition, and the property owner’s own safety policies. Before you assume your clumsiness ends your case, let us evaluate the facts.

Sources: N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1 — comparative negligence statute; NJ Courts — Model Civil Jury Charges.

My partner was hurt in an accident, and he wants to share this news on social media. Is this a good idea?

Generally speaking, no. Insurance adjusters and defense lawyers routinely search claimants’ social media for photos or posts they can take out of context to argue you were not really hurt — a smiling photo at a family gathering can be twisted into “proof” your injuries are exaggerated. Even well-meaning updates from family members can cause damage.

Keep the details of the accident and your injuries off social media entirely until your case is resolved. Set your profiles to private, ask friends and family not to tag you, and do not delete existing posts — destroying potential evidence can backfire badly. Speak with an attorney about the best way forward before posting anything.

Sources: NJ Courts — Civil Division overview; N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2 — limitations of actions.

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey?

In most cases, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2. Courts enforce this deadline strictly — file late, and your case will almost certainly be dismissed regardless of how strong it is.

Shorter deadlines can apply. If your claim involves a public entity — a county road, an NJ Transit vehicle, or township property — you must file a Notice of Tort Claim within 90 days. Limited exceptions like the discovery rule or tolling for minors exist, but never assume one applies to you. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible so no deadline is missed.

Sources: N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2 — two-year personal injury limitations period; N.J.S.A. 59:8-8 — 90-day tort claim notice requirement; NJ Courts — Civil Division overview.

What damages can I recover in a Livingston NJ personal injury claim?

You may recover economic damages such as medical bills, future treatment costs, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity, plus non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, scarring, and loss of enjoyment of life. In cases of egregious misconduct, punitive damages may also apply. Property damage, such as vehicle repair or replacement, is recoverable as well.

Every case is different. Our attorneys evaluate the full scope of your losses — including future medical needs and long-term effects on your ability to work — before advising you on what your claim is worth. We never accept a settlement that leaves you paying for your injuries out of pocket down the road.

Sources: NJ Courts — Civil Division overview; N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2 — limitations of actions.

How much does it cost to hire a Livingston NJ personal injury lawyer?

Nothing up front. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis, so you owe no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you — and your initial consultation is free as well. This means high-quality legal representation is available to you regardless of your financial situation, even while medical bills are piling up.

New Jersey court rules set strict requirements for contingency fee agreements in personal injury cases — see the NJ Courts’ contingency fee rules (ACPE Opinion 715) — and we will explain exactly how our fee works, in writing, before you sign anything.

Sources: N.J. Court Rule 1:21-7 — contingent fees in personal injury cases; NJ Courts — self-help center.

The insurance adjuster wants a recorded statement. Should I give one?

Politely decline until you have spoken with an attorney. Recorded statements are designed to lock you into wording the insurer can later use to minimize or deny your claim — adjusters are trained to ask questions that invite damaging answers. You are not obligated to give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company.

Let our lawyers handle all communications with the insurance companies. We know their tactics, and we protect you from saying anything that could hurt your case. Your own insurer does require cooperation under your policy, so review your NJDOBI auto insurance consumer bill of rights protections — and talk to us first.

Sources: NJ Courts — Civil Division overview; N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2 — limitations of actions.

Will my Livingston NJ injury case go to trial?

Probably not — most personal injury cases settle before trial. But we prepare every case as though it will be tried before a six-member civil jury, because thorough preparation is what pressures insurers to offer fair settlements. The NJ Courts’ model civil jury charges show exactly what a jury would be instructed on issues like negligence and damages — and insurers know it.

If the insurance company refuses to be reasonable, we are fully prepared to present your case to a jury at the Essex County Veterans Courthouse in Newark. Our decades of courtroom experience mean the other side knows we will not hesitate to go to trial when your interests demand it.

Sources: NJ Courts — Civil Division overview; NJ Courts — Rules Governing the Courts.

How long will my personal injury case take?

It varies. Straightforward claims with clear liability and fully healed injuries can resolve in a few months, while cases with serious injuries, disputed liability, or multiple defendants can take a year or more. One of the biggest factors is your medical recovery: we never rush a settlement before your doctors understand the full extent of your injuries and future care needs, because settling too early can leave future costs on you.

Court schedules, the complexity of the evidence, and how reasonable the insurance company is willing to be all affect timing as well. Throughout the process, we keep you informed and move your case forward efficiently — you will always know where things stand.

Sources: N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2 — two-year personal injury limitations period; N.J.S.A. 59:8-8 — 90-day tort claim notice requirement; NJ Courts — Civil Division overview.

What should I bring to my free case evaluation?

Bring the police or incident report, photos of the scene and your injuries, medical records and bills, your auto insurance declarations page, witness contact information, and any correspondence from insurance companies. If your crash report is not ready yet, you can request it through the NJ State Police crash report request system, and HHS explains your right to obtain your medical records from any provider.

If you are missing some of these items, do not worry — we can help track them down. The key is to meet with us early, while evidence is fresh and witnesses are reachable. Your free case evaluation costs you nothing and puts no obligation on you.

Sources: NJ Courts — self-help center; N.J. Court Rules — professional conduct.

What if the at-fault driver was uninsured or fled the scene?

You may still recover. Your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage can compensate you when the at-fault driver has no insurance, and it also applies in many hit-and-run cases. In hit-and-runs, we additionally work with law enforcement and private investigators to identify the fleeing driver. Other potentially liable parties — a vehicle owner, an employer, or a bar that overserved a drunk driver — may also exist depending on the facts.

Uninsured and hit-and-run claims have their own procedural traps, including strict notice requirements to your own insurer, so review your NJDOBI standard auto insurance policy terms and get legal guidance early to protect your right to recover.

Sources: NJ Courts — Civil Division overview; N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2 — limitations of actions.

Notable Results

Selected case results obtained by The Epstein Law Firm:

$13.585 Million · $10 Million · $4.25 Million

$13.585 Million — Confidential Settlement

Flagship Result

The Epstein Law Firm obtained a $13.585 million confidential settlement — the largest result listed on the firm’s verdicts and settlements page.

$10 Million — Confidential Settlement

Negligent Care

The Epstein Law Firm obtained a confidential $10 million settlement in a case exposing critical lapses in training and oversight within the home health care industry, holding the negligent organization accountable.

$4.25 Million — Confidential Settlement

Wrongful Death — Motor Vehicle

The Epstein Law Firm obtained a $4.25 million confidential settlement in a wrongful death and survival action for a Teaneck husband and father who died after a tire fell off his car, causing it to flip and catch fire. A major mechanic operations company was at fault for failing to attach the tire properly.

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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts.

What Our Clients Say

What Our Clients Say

“We want to express our deepest gratitude for the exceptional work you did to insure that our father’s unfortunate accident did not go unrecognized; my dear dad would have appreciated your professionalism, unstoppable work ethic and most of all your compassion every step of the way. Please know we have the highest regard and the utmost respect for you.” — Deb & Joe

“Thank you again for all of your help, support and advice. You’ve made a trying and difficult time much easier to deal with for my family and myself. You will never have any idea how much your efforts were, and will forever be appreciated.” — F. D.

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