Unfortunately, car accidents happen much too frequently on New Jersey’s roads. You can’t always prevent getting into an accident on the road, whether it’s because of another driver’s negligence, your own carelessness while driving, or some other flaw or defect. However, you have the right to seek compensation and hold those responsible for the accident accountable when you are hurt in an automobile accident in New Jersey without any fault of your own. With more than 120 years of experience between them, the Maplewood Car Accident Lawyers at the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. work hard to get our clients who have been hurt in car accidents the most money possible.

Because of how experienced our firm is, we know how defense lawyers and insurance companies handle car accident cases. This means we can defend and fight for your rights. For someone who has never filed a vehicle accident claim, we recognize that the legal procedure may seem daunting. Let our skilled Maplewood car accident lawyers handle the difficult work of developing your case and tenaciously pursuing the fair and complete recovery you deserve so that you can devote all of your time and energy to recovering from a terrible auto accident, both physically and emotionally, and to returning to a more normal life.

Contact us right away to speak with one of our Maplewood personal injury lawyers about your rights and options for pursuing financial compensation from the negligent or reckless driver or other parties responsible for the accident and your injuries if you were hurt in a car crash through no fault of your own.

Fight for Maximum Compensation on Your Behalf

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A.’s Auto Injury Attorneys in Maplewood, NJ will work assiduously to secure just and adequate compensation on your behalf if you have been harmed in a collision. To make sure we’re working toward the results you want and need, we’ll do a thorough investigation of the accident, have experts look at the facts to build a strong case, and take the time to understand your needs, goals, and concerns.

Our aim is to make sure you get the most money possible, including:

  • Medical expenses, physical and occupational therapy, long-term care or home health services, missed wages and earning capacity, and repair or replacement costs for broken goods are examples of financial losses.
  • Personal intangible losses like discomfort, stress, or diminished quality of life as a result of physical impairment or deformity
  • Compensation for the loss of your company and social interaction with your spouse and family as a result of your injuries.

Let us help you understand why your case is important and fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.

Auto Accident Cases We Handle

The Epstein Law Firm’s experienced auto injury attorneys in Maplewood, NJ have successfully assisted clients in getting monetary compensation after suffering injuries in collisions involving:

  • Accidents involving uninsured or underinsured drivers
  • Accidents caused by distracted driving and texting while driving
  • Drunk or tired driving accidents
  • Driving when impaired by drugs or alcohol
  • Commuter vehicle collisions
  • Pedestrian collisions
  • Uber accidents
  • Lyft accidents
  • Accidents in limos or taxis
  • Rear end collisions
  • Rollover accidents
  • Intersectional accidents
  • Guardrail accidents
  • Reckless driving collisions
  • Speeding
  • Swerving through traffic
  • Tailgating
  • Failure to yield
  • Not using a turn or lane change signal before making a turn
  • Not checking mirrors
  • Ignoring stop signs or red lights
  • Driving when impaired by drugs or alcohol
  • The poor state of the roads
  • Adverse weather, such as snow, ice, fog, or torrential rain
  • Faulty auto parts
  • Insufficient car upkeep

To speak with our knowledgeable legal team about the specifics of your accident, contact us right now.

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With 450 crashes reported in Maplewood in 2023 alone, you need an attorney who knows these roads and these cases. The Epstein Law Firm can review your car accident claim and explain the compensation you may be owed.

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Don’t wait another day to start the process of getting money from the careless or negligent driver who caused the accident that hurt you and caused you to lose money and property. For a free, no-obligation case examination, call or email The Epstein Law Firm immediately to find out how skilled legal counsel may help you successfully obtain responsibility and justice from those responsible for the collision.

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Car accident claim deadlines from The Epstein Law Firm in Maplewood

New Jersey's two-year deadline means time matters after a car crash. Talk to a Maplewood car accident lawyer today about your case.

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Car Accidents in Maplewood: What the Data Shows

In 2023, 450 crashes were reported in Maplewood, killing 1 person and injuring 119. If you drive in Maplewood regularly, understanding where and why these crashes happen can help you stay safer on the road.

Maplewood's Most Dangerous Intersections

Maplewood has no published municipal crash ranking, but police summaries and news reports identify these recurring danger spots:

  • Springfield Avenue (SR 124) — the township’s documented problem corridor: a June 2026 police summary logged hit-and-runs, a fixed-object crash, and two pedestrian incidents in a single month; morning sun glare, failure-to-yield, and an e-bike crash; the speed limit was lowered from 35 to 30 mph; a fatal crash in May 2024 involved two vehicles and one pedestrian
  • CR-601 Chancellor Ave at 44th St — pedestrian fatality, September 2020
  • Prospect Street between Concord and Springfield — chronic speeding with monthly crashes reported by residents

Highways That Run Through Maplewood

  • No highways run through Maplewood itself. I-78 — just south (Union/Hillside); Garden State Parkway Exit 143 — just east; Route 24 — just south (Millburn/Springfield border)
  • Main arterials: Springfield Ave (SR 124), Valley St, Irvington Ave, Prospect St, Baker St

What Makes Maplewood's Roads Dangerous

Springfield Avenue carries Newark/Irvington-to-Millburn through-traffic, and the Maplewood NJ Transit station (Midtown Direct) sits right on it. School zones around Columbia High School, blocked bike lanes, and ATV/dirt-bike activity on Springfield and Wyoming Avenues all add to the risk.

Where Maplewood Car Accident Cases Are Heard

Car accident lawsuits arising in Maplewood are filed in the Essex County Superior Court, Law Division, Civil Part:

  • Essex County Veterans Courthouse, 50 West Market Street, Newark, NJ 07102
  • Civil Division: 465 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102
  • Phone: (973) 776-9300

Hospitals for Maplewood Accident Victims

  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center, 94 Old Short Hills Rd, Livingston, NJ — full-service emergency department minutes from Maplewood
  • University Hospital, 150 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103 — Northern New Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center

Sources: NJDOT 2023 crash records (aggregated by municipality); Maplewood Police Department monthly summary; NJ State Police; NJ Courts, Essex Vicinage.

Testimonials

“Professional, knowledgeable, friendly; Michael Epstein is that and then some. Having been the victim of an accident that left a lasting injury, I turned to a friend to recommend an attorney. He did not hesitate to recommend Michael and his firm. Michael made me feel very comfortable through his friendly nature. He understood that I had never pursued legal action against another party and was incredibly patient, explaining end to end what the process would entail, from a hopeful settlement, to potential litigation. From there, Michael and his incredibly friendly team took down all of my information, studied photos and medical documents, compared to other cases to ensure they had a proper case for max value, and kept things moving fast. If you want an attorney who cares about his people, staffs a great crew to compliment him, is no nonsense and tells you the objective truth from the start, and won’t waste a second of your time, contact Michael immediately. Thank you very much, Michael and team! Evaline G”

D — Google review

“We have nothing but good things to say about Michael Epstein and his firm. He was able to personally handle our case and get us a maximum settlement in months rather than years. Throughout the whole process I felt that Michael always had my best interests in mind and advised me based on facts and his experience. He was patient and walked us through the whole process. I would definitely refer him to my friends and loved ones in need of a lawyer when the unforeseen happens.”

Raymond — Google review

“If you are looking for a personal injury attorney who is knowledgeable, compassionate, and highly effective, I wholeheartedly recommend Michael J. Epstein and The Epstein Law firm. From my very first consultation, he took the time to listen to the details of my case, thoroughly explained the legal process in easy-to-understand terms. He turned a difficult situation into a successful resolution and achieved the best possible outcome for my case, which is more than I could have hoped for. I would also like to thank the staff at The Epstein Law Firm. They were professional, friendly, compassionate and always kept me informed about my case, in particular Evelyn.”

Diane — Google review

Professional Recognition

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Notable Results

Selected case results obtained by The Epstein Law Firm:

$10 Million · $4.25 Million · $4.195 Million

$10 Million — Settlement

Bus Accident

The Epstein Law Firm obtained a $10 million settlement working as local counsel with a Baltimore law firm on behalf of a Maryland woman who lost both of her legs after being struck by a New Jersey Transit bus in Lakewood, New Jersey.

$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.

$4.195 Million — Jury Verdict

Drunk Driving — Dram Shop

The Epstein Law Firm obtained a $4.195 million jury verdict for a 59-year-old Oradell resident who suffered multiple leg fractures as a passenger of a drunk driver who had been served while visibly intoxicated at a bar in South Hackensack. The jury found the driver 80 percent at fault and the bar 20 percent at fault.

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

New Jersey Car Insurance Rules You Should Know

New Jersey is a no-fault state for car accidents. That means your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills after a crash, regardless of who caused it. Here’s what every NJ driver should understand:

Verbal Threshold vs. Zero Threshold

When you bought your NJ auto policy, you chose one of two lawsuit options — and it dramatically affects your rights after a crash:

  • Verbal threshold (limitation on lawsuit option): You can only sue for pain and suffering if your injuries meet specific legal criteria — death, dismemberment, significant disfigurement, displaced fractures, loss of a body part, or permanent injury. Most NJ drivers have this option because it’s cheaper.
  • Zero threshold (no limitation on lawsuit option): You can sue for pain and suffering for any injury, with no severity requirement. Costs more but preserves your full rights.

If you don’t remember which option you chose, check your policy declarations page — it matters enormously for your case.

Minimum Required Coverage in New Jersey

Coverage TypeMinimum Required
Bodily injury liability (per person)$25,000
Bodily injury liability (per accident)$50,000
Property damage liability$25,000
Personal Injury Protection (PIP)$15,000 per person, per accident

Source: NJ Department of Banking and Insurance (NJDOBI); N.J.S.A. 39:6A-1 et seq.

Key Legal Deadlines for Maplewood Car Accident Claims

DeadlineWhat It Means
2 yearsStatute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in NJ (N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2). Miss this and you lose your right to sue permanently.
90 daysNotice deadline if your claim is against a public entity — a city bus, a county road defect, NJ Transit (NJ Tort Claims Act, N.J.S.A. 59:8-8).
51% ruleNJ’s modified comparative negligence: you can recover damages as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault (N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1).

Sources: N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2; N.J.S.A. 59:8-8; N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.1.

What To Do After a Car Accident in Maplewood

The steps you take in the hours after a crash protect both your health and your legal claim:

  1. Check for injuries and call 911. Get medical help on the way immediately — even if injuries seem minor.
  2. Move to safety if possible. Get vehicles out of travel lanes, turn on hazard lights.
  3. Call the police. A Maplewood Police report creates the official record your claim depends on.
  4. Exchange information. Name, insurance, license plate, and phone number from every driver involved.
  5. Document everything. Photograph all vehicles, damage, skid marks, road conditions, traffic signals, and your injuries.
  6. Get witness information. Names and phone numbers of anyone who saw what happened.
  7. See a doctor within 24 hours — even if you feel fine. Adrenaline masks injuries; medical records link them to the crash.
  8. Notify your insurance company promptly, but stick to basic facts.
  9. Do not admit fault — not to the other driver, not to police, not to insurance. Do not give a recorded statement before speaking with a lawyer.
  10. Call a car accident lawyer before the evidence disappears and the deadlines run.

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About Maplewood, NJ

Essex County, New Jersey, is home to the American township of Maplewood. The municipality had 25,684 residents as per the US Census taken in 2020. The first European inhabitants arrived around 1675. They moved along three paths that are roughly the same as South Orange Avenue, Springfield Avenue, and Ridgewood Road after purchasing the majority of what is now Essex County from the Native Americans. These three roads led to the existence of three distinct villages, which later merged to form Maplewood and South Orange. People who traveled from Newark along what is now South Orange Avenue lived in the area that would later become South Orange Village. The Epstein Law Firm can help you pursue all available avenues for compensation after a car accident at work.

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What should I do if I was in a car accident?

What if I was involved in an automobile accident at work?

You may be eligible to make a claim for workers’ compensation payments from your employer if you were involved in an automobile accident that happened within the course and scope of your job. Because workers’ compensation is a “no-fault” system, you may be eligible for payments even if you contributed to the vehicle accident that occurred while you were at work. In addition to applying for workers’ compensation payments, you can file an automobile accident claim against any party who contributed to the collision.

How can I cover my medical expenses while awaiting a verdict in my automobile accident lawsuit or a jury trial?

In New Jersey, drivers must have personal injury protection coverage as part of their own car insurance. This insurance is “no-fault,” so you may submit a claim for compensation no matter who might be to blame for the accident. PIP coverage can assist in covering losses like medical costs and lost revenue from missed work. Additionally, you might be able to use your health insurance to get coverage for medical procedures.

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