New Jersey Personal Injury and Civil Litigation Lawyers

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A.

340 West Passaic Street Rochelle Park, New Jersey 07662 USA

 (201) 918-3560
 (201) 845-5973

www.theepsteinlawfirm.com
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The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. is a personal injury and civil litigation law firm with over 40 years of experience providing aggressive representation to people in Rochelle Park, Hackensack, and throughout New Jersey. When we go to work for you, we have one goal in mind: To get you the most favorable results possible. We are aggressive in our pursuit of that goal. We are prepared to take the steps necessary to pursue favorable results in your case through skillful negotiation or effective advocacy at trial.

As aggressive litigators and strong negotiators, the attorneys at The Epstein Law Firm know the law and the courts. Because of our knowledge and experience, we can develop creative solutions to challenging legal situations in a wide range of personal injury cases and civil litigation.

When our attorneys take a case, whether it is an injury case, business case, or civil case, our goal is to move forward with it efficiently and effectively. We treat our clients the way they deserve to be treated: like people, not files. We understand how important your case is to you and your family and we treat it with the urgency it is due. Each case is different, but you can be assured that we will take the steps necessary to protect your rights and pursue what you are entitled to. We are available to take any case related to personal injury, civil litigation, and more.

The lawyers of The Epstein Law Firm know the law. We are frequent presenters at continuing legal education programs for our peers, on everything from personal injury and medical malpractice to domestic abuse. We have maintained membership or held leadership positions in organizations ranging from the New Jersey State Bar Association to the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Members of our firm are authors of the monthly Civil Practice Update for the Bergen County Bar Association. We are dedicated to the law and committed to getting results for our clients. Contact us to schedule a consultation on your legal matter.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: DWI Accidents, Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists, Hit and Run, Passenger Injuries, Driver Injuries. Third Party Liability, Employment Contracts, Workplace Violence and Safety, Breach of Non-Compete and Confidentiality Agreements, Employment Drug Testing, Chancery Litigation, Contract Disputes

Practice Areas Description

The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. offers legal representation and services in the following areas of practice:

- Motor Vehicle Accidents

If you have been seriously injured in an auto accident, you need an attorney with the dedication and knowledge to get you the compensation you deserve. From car crashes on Route 80 to semi-truck collisions on the I-95 turnpike, the personal injury attorneys at The Epstein Law Firm has built a reputation for success that is known in Hackensack, Rochelle Park, and throughout New Jersey.

Our experienced personal injury and auto accident attorneys handle car wreck cases involving:

* Trucking Accidents (Semi-Truck and Tractor Trailer Crashes)

Trucks often cause the worst accidents. Because of the sheer size of tractor trailers, they have tremendous impact in a crash and often cause catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.

Litigation involving large trucks is very different from other types of auto accident cases. Truck accident litigation involves many government regulations that must be followed by both drivers of big rigs and the companies that employ them. These regulations cover everything from log books to legal weight limits to driver fatigue.

If a driver or truck owner breaks these regulations, and a collision results, they can be held liable for all resulting damages. For example, if a person suffers brain injury or spinal cord injury after being rear ended by an overburdened 18 wheeler, the trucking company must pay for medical bills, pain and suffering, all future treatment and therapy, etc.

* Mass Transit

Victims of mass transit accidents in New Jersey have a powerful ally in The Epstein Law Firm. Our lawyers represent victims of accidents involving mass transit systems, including: Bus accidents, Train accidents, Airplane crashes, Hudson Line crashes, AMTRAK accidents, New Jersey Transit accidents, and Railroad crossing train car collisions.

In a mass transit accident, even if there are many victims who are injured at once, each one will have a different legal case because of factors such as where the injured person or fatality victim was seated with relation to the impact of the crash, how long he or she suffered, and what losses resulted to the victim or the victim's family.

* DWI Accidents

Drunk driving accidents are all too common these days. The irresponsibility of one person can lead to serious injuries. If you have been hurt in a drunk driving accident, you need a personal injury lawyer that is prepared to take whatever steps are necessary to get you the compensation you deserve. At the Epstein Law Firm, our attorneys are prepared to do just that.

* Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycles have the same right to the road as any other vehicle. When a motorist's failure to maintain the appropriate level of care while driving leads to serious injury, you need an experienced attorney on your side. The Epstein Law Firm has over 40 years of experience helping people in Hackensack, Rochelle Park, and throughout New Jersey. They are prepared to put their experience to work for you.

Whether your motorcycle crash occurred on I-80, commonly referred to as Route 80, or on the I-95 turnpike, the rules of the road remain the same. We know those rules. We know how to determine liability and find the party responsible for your catastrophic injuries. We know how to hold them accountable for their negligence: Lost Wages, Pain and Suffering, and Medical Bills.

* Pedestrian Accidents

A pedestrian accident is a common yet tragic occurrence at certain busy intersections. Crosswalks and traffic signals don't always solve the problem, since pedestrians have been hit by cars even when crossing the street with green lights and "walk" signals. Sometimes, a dog walker or jogger is hit by a car while strolling, hiking or running along the side of a street. In certain cases we hire accident reconstructionists if our client cannot recall the details because of their injuries.

Someone who has been injured in a pedestrian accident is best served through the knowledgeable and determined advocacy of a personal injury attorney. The Epstein Law Firm welcomes inquiries from pedestrian accident victims and their families.

* Bicycle Accidents

A bicycle accident often results in serious injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), fractures, facial lesions or neck injuries. While the first concern is of course for the medical well-being of the victim, the question arises as to what sources of compensation will cover medical bills and lost wages.

Often, bicycle accidents occur in intersections, in collisions with cars, trucks or motorcycles. A child on a bicycle, scooter or skateboard may be overlooked because of careless driving on the part of a negligent motorist. While representatives of whoever hit the child in the crosswalk may claim that part of the responsibility lies with the child, New Jersey law does not. In our state, comparative negligence principles do not apply to children under age 7. People who use roadways are expected to exercise their duty of care -- and that includes a responsibility to watch out for skateboarders and bicyclists.

* Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists

The attorneys at The Epstein Law Firm take each case personally. We fight to get you what you deserve as if we were fighting for ourselves. We do this because we feel that your success is our success. This attitude has built us a strong reputation for success that is known in Rochelle Park, Hackensack, and throughout New Jersey. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident involving an uninsured or underinsured driver, we are prepared to put our skills and reputation to work for you.

* Hit and Run
* Passenger Injuries
* Driver Injuries
* SUV Accidents

- Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice, simply put, occurs when your medical provider deviates from the normal standard of care. Medical providers are required to exercise reasonable care in accordance with the standards of care for the profession involved. If a doctor, surgeon, hospital, or other medical provider acts, or fails to act, in a manner that deviates from the accepted standard of care, then that provider may be liable for an injured person’s damages. Though the majority of health care providers do good work, mistakes are sometimes made which could adversely affect a person for the rest of his or her life. The Epstein Law Firm represents individuals and families whose medical provider has breached the standard of care in diagnosing or treating medical conditions. We have extensive experience in cases involving:

* Birth-Related Injuries

A birth injury may be a result of an accident of nature. In today's health care environment, however, medical providers have a great deal of information available to them that, when used properly, can help avert birth injury. If you were injured at birth, and have suffered from the results of that birth injury -- or if your child was injured during labor or delivery in New Jersey, contact an attorney at The Epstein Law Firm to schedule a consultation.

* Surgical errors

When surgical errors or hospital malpractice result in serious injury or death, the injured person or the surviving family is well advised to seek the advice of a qualified medical malpractice lawyer. The Epstein Law Firm in New Jersey is prepared to evaluate your case if you have been injured as a result of a surgeon's mistake or a hospital error. Contact us to schedule a consultation regarding an incident such as those listed here which caused injury or resulted in a fatality in your family:

* An instrument or a sponge was left in a patient during a surgical procedure, resulting in infection.
* A risky surgery was performed without giving the patient or family the opportunity to give informed consent.
* A nurse or nursing assistant did not follow the acceptable standard of care.
* An amputation was performed on the wrong body part.

* Obstetrical and Gynecological Malpractice

Here is a word for the wise from our experienced medical malpractice attorneys to women seeking advice on how to prevent injury, illness or even fatal outcomes in the context of obstetric, gynecological or any medical treatment:

Before any major operation, get a second opinion. There may be less risky and less invasive solutions available to your gynecological problems. Learn as much as you can about your illness. Be proactive when you talk to your OB/GYN doctor about your condition. Take a list of questions with you to each appointment and do not be satisfied until your questions have been adequately addressed. Take steps to find out whatever you can about your doctor's background before allowing him or her to operate on you.

* Medication Errors
* Brain Injuries
* Misdiagnosis or Late Diagnosis
* Failure to Diagnose Cancer
* Patient Neglect
* Emergency Room Errors
* Nursing Home Negligence, Abuse, and Neglect

* Pharmaceutical/Prescription Errors

A medication error can have devastating consequences, as you have perhaps already experienced if you are viewing this Web page in search of help for yourself or a family member. You may have suffered illness, injury or the death of a loved one after a pharmaceutical or prescription error. Did your doctor prescribe the wrong medication? Did a prescription drug that you received interfere with medications you were already taking? Did the pharmacist make a mistake and give you an overdose?

- Products Liability

Many injuries caused by dangerous and defective products could be avoided if the manufacturers or distributors of these products took additional steps to ensure consumer safety. The main incentive to increase product safety is to avoid potential liability in product liability lawsuits, which provide compensation for the personal injuries sustained from the use of a defective product. If you have suffered injuries due to a defective product you may be able to file a claim against the manufacturer to recover damages. You do not necessarily have to prove that the manufacturer was negligent. Product liability claims, often called strict product liability can be established if you are able to prove three things:

* The product was defective
* The defect existed prior to the manufacturer releasing the product
* The defect caused your damages

Manufacturers and their marketers must label the product in such a way as to warn of all dangers associated with its use. They must specifically state how that product should be used and warn you of the hazards. The Epstein Law Firm’s mission in pursuing product liability cases is to obtain just compensation for our injured clients and to create an economic incentive for those in the stream of commerce to produce safe products and provide sufficient warning of the dangers of their products, ultimately resulting in the saving of lives. The damages the consumer is entitled to receive in a dangerous or defective product case include compensation for: Medical expenses; Lost wages; Loss of physical capacity; Pain, suffering, and mental anguish; and Punitive damages.

* Dangerous Children's Toys

The Epstein Law Firm takes seriously our role as protectors of the rights of children who have been injured by dangerous and defective toys. When a client of our law firm is a child who has been seriously injured or harmed by a dangerous toy, we consider it our solemn duty to help obtain justice for that child.

* Dangerous and Defective Products

Manufacturers, marketers and vendors of products intended for public consumption have a duty to protect consumers from unnecessary risk. If you or a family member has been injured, or if you have lost a family member in a fatal accident involving a dangerous or defective product, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation with a product liability lawyer.

* Machinery Defects

The injuries caused by defective machinery can be severe. From factory equipment, such as punch-press machines, to machines used at home, like lawnmowers and snow-blowers, the manufacturers are expected to maintain a certain level of quality to ensure there are no defects that could cause injury to users. When a company's failure to meet those quality expectations leads to catastrophic injury, you need a personal injury attorney that can ensure that company will be held responsible. The defective machinery attorneys at The Epstein Law Firm have the knowledge and experience to do just that.

- Premises Liability

Have you been injured on someone else's property? If you have sustained an injury due to the property owner's negligence, you may have a premises liability claim. At The Epstein Law Firm, we provide aggressive representation to those who have been injured in all types of accidents.

At The Epstein Law Firm, we represent people who have been injured due to property owner negligence. Some of the types of premises liability cases we handle include:

* Slip and fall accidents
* Shopping center & mall accidents
* Sports and recreation accidents
* Apartment and home accidents
* Dog and animal bites
* Construction accidents
* Grocery store accidents
* Playground and gym accidents

- Catastrophic Injuries

A catastrophic injury is a life-changing event. An experienced lawyer can help you find the responsible party and hold them accountable for what has happened. The Epstein Law Firm has over 40 years of experience helping people with a wide range of disabling injuries, including:

* Loss of Limb
* Paraplegia
* Neck Injuries

* Wrongful Accidental Death

Few things in life are more devastating than seeing a love one killed suddenly in an accident. At such a difficult time, you may not be sure whether another person is legally responsible. But you owe it to your family to find out.

The wrongful death lawyers of The Epstein Law Firm can speak with you free of charge and figure out whether you can launch a lawsuit. If you can, we will guide you through the process of obtaining compensation without charging any attorneys’ fees. Only when you get a settlement or verdict, will we receive a percentage of the compensation.

Types of accidents which often lead to wrongful death lawsuits are:

* Motor Vehicle Accidents
* Truck Accidents
* Medical Malpractice
* Products Liability
* Premises Liability
* Slip & Fall Accidents

* Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injuries are among the most tragic accidents that can happen to people. When paralyzed, they usually lose their ability to move or control large parts of their body, making their jobs difficult or impossible and greatly decreasing their quality of life.

* Traumatic Brain Injury

Any time an accident causes brain damage, the effects can last a lifetime. Anyone responsible for such an accident must be made to pay for both current medical bills and lifelong treatment and therapy. They should also pay compensation for pain and suffering and the decrease in quality of life of the injured party.

The Epstein Law Firm works hard for the families of people who have suffered brain injuries. The lawyers of our firm can meet with you free of charge and discuss what happened. If we take your case, we will charge no attorneys' fees until a settlement or verdict is reached.

Explosions and fires cause burn injuries that often result in death. If someone's negligence responsible for causing a deadly fire, they should be held responsible. The family of the burn victim may be owed money for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

- Workers' Compensation

When you are hurt or injured while performing your duties as an employee in New Jersey, there is a specialized area of legislation that governs from whom and how much you can recover. Under New Jersey workers’ compensation laws, employers are required to provide workers compensation insurance coverage to each employee. Work related injuries or illnesses typically covered by workers' compensation laws include:

* Carpal tunnel-repetitive trauma injuries
* Hearing problems
* Back injuries
* Work-related emotional problems
* Work-induced heart attack or stroke
* Occupational diseases such as asbestosis and dermatitis
* Disfigurement and scarring of face, neck, or hands
* Asthma or other work related pulmonary conditions
* Loss of use of limbs
* Eye injuries

* Workplace Accidents

At The Epstein Law Firm, we represent injured workers. If you have suffered an on-the-job injury, we can help you explore all options for compensation, including workers' compensation and third-party liability.

Most people assume that the only source of compensation for an on-the-job injury is through workers' compensation. However, if a third party (someone other than your employer) is responsible for a work injury, it may be possible to file a lawsuit against that individual or party.

At The Epstein Law Firm, in addition to helping injured workers file for work comp benefits, we help clients determine any and all third parties that may be responsible for their work injury. Some possible third party liability claims may involve:

* A negligent coworker
* The driver of another car, if an accident involved a work vehicle
* The manufacturer of a dangerous product such as asbestos, chemicals, unsafe tools or defective machinery.
* A negligent property owner

* Occupational Exposure / Diseases

At The Epstein Law Firm, we have helped numerous people obtain compensation for their work-related illnesses and diseases. If you have been exposed to dangerous chemicals at work, or have suffered a repetitive motion injury, we can help.

At The Epstein Law Firm, we help people throughout New Jersey who have experienced the following types of occupational exposure:

* Asbestos exposure - Asbestos is a known carcinogen, causing a number of cancers including mesothelioma and asbestosis. It is also known to cause a number of other conditions and illnesses.
* Chemical exposure - Any number of diseases and conditions can result from occupational exposure to chemicals. If you or a loved one has suffered respiratory problems, benzene-leukemia, bladder cancer, lung disease, leukemia, or other health problems due to occupational exposure, we can help.
* Repetitive motion injuries - Conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome develop over time as the result of repetitive motions like typing, hammering and assembly and manufacturing work. Other repetitive motion injuries include rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, and tendonitis.

* Repetitive Work-Related Injuries

Many jobs require employees to make repetitive motions. Individuals, who use computers, work in assembly lines, or use tools all day, face the risk of acquiring a repetitive stress injury.

One of the most common repetitive stress injuries is carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition affects the median nerve of the wrist, causing pain, numbness, and weakness. If left untreated, carpal tunnel syndrome can leave a victim with permanent nerve and muscle damage.

Those most at risk for carpal tunnel are:

* Computer workers
* Assembly line workers
* Welders
* Manufacturing employees
* Sewers
* Meatpackers

Individuals who perform repetitive actions at work are at risk for a number of repetitive stress injuries. Some of these include:

* Rotator cuff injuries
* Tendonitis
* Bursitis
* De Quervain's syndrome
* Ulnar nerve entrapment
* Epicondylitis
* Other injuries caused by repetitive motion

- Employment Law

Employment law covers a complex network of laws that controls how employers must treat employees, former employees, and applicants for employment. We have significant experience interpreting and applying state and federal statutes and case law in areas involving:

* Affirmative Action
* Employee Benefits
* Whistleblower Cases
* Wrongful-Retaliatory Termination
* Drug Testing
* Employee Privacy
* Employment Contracts
* Workplace Violence and Safety
* Breach of Non-Compete and Confidentiality Agreements

* Employment Discrimination

You may be entitled to reinstatement and/or compensation if you have been targeted at the workplace for discrimination based on your age, racial identity, gender or disability. Contact us to speak with an attorney who is very familiar with federal and New Jersey employment discrimination laws, and will do what is necessary to apply those laws to your circumstances.

* Sexual Harassment

You need not tolerate sexual harassment in the workplace, period. If you have been subjected to a pattern of sexual harassment on the job, contact The Epstein Law Firm to schedule a consultation with an experienced employment lawyer.

Sometimes a sexual harassment case boils down to "he said, she said"; the facts can be difficult to determine. Our attorneys can advise you on ways to document the sexual harassment that you have been targeted with at your office, factory, food service outlet or retail store. Early advice and assistance from a knowledgeable lawyer can help you build a strong case.

Among other things, we may advise you to keep a journal of incidents, and to get information regarding your employer's grievance procedures.
We can assist you in preparing to file a formal complaint regarding the hostile work environment that has damaged your work life, or the "quid pro quo" requests for sexual favors that you experienced.

- Professional Malpractice

In today’s business environment, companies and individuals that provide professional services increasingly are exposed to lawsuits based upon claimed errors or deficiencies in the provision of those services. Similarly, as business and society become more complex, the need for professional services increases, exposing companies and individuals that hire professionals to damages where these professionals do not properly discharge their functions. The Epstein Law Firm handles professional liability claims involving: Lawyers, Doctors, Pharmacists, Architects, Accountants, Insurance agents, Psychologists, Social workers, Physical therapists, Occupational therapists, Dentists, and Home inspectors.

* Accounting Malpractice

Experienced trial attorneys of The Epstein Law Firm are well qualified to handle cases of accounting negligence or malpractice. Contact our law offices to schedule a consultation regarding loss incurred as a result of any of the following forms of negligence by accountants or bookkeepers:

* Improper tax returns
* Failure to provide correct tax advice
* Failure to provide accurate advice on financial aspects of corporate restructuring
* Poorly kept financial books
* Erroneous advice regarding accounting matters
* Embezzlement made possible by shady accounting practices
* Failure to follow reasonable standards of care in accounting
* Faulty audits
* Wrongful certification of financial statements
* Violations of federal and state securities laws by auditors
* Failure to detect fraud
* Deliberate misstatements on internal financial audits

* Architectural Malpractice

Architectural malpractice claims are a means by which to hold accountable design and construction professionals whose negligence results in major financial loss, injury or death. Liable parties may include architects, builders, structural engineers, manufacturers, contractors and subcontractors.

The lawyers of The Epstein Law Firm are equipped to stand by your side in a wide range of cases, including the following:

* Failure of architects to properly supervise projects they are responsible for
* Use of faulty surveys; failure to properly review project progress reports
* Breach of contractual duty to perform with care, skill, reasonable expedience and faithfulness
* Use of inadequate or faulty building materials such as foundation concrete, siding, dry wall, insulation, electrical, plumbing or roofing materials
* Failure to specify the use of reasonably good materials
* Negligence related to inspections and the use of information gathered from inspections in new construction, as well as renovation projects
* Violations of state building codes
* Faulty or poor design leading to water leakage, cracked walls or foundation, and other structural failures
* Failure to properly review drawings; failure to detect flaws which may cause harm
* Contractual negligence with regard to contractors

* Legal Malpractice

Legal malpractice refers to circumstances whereby a client is grievously wronged by a lawyer who fails to represent the client within the standard of care of the legal profession. Sometimes, lawyers take cases in practice areas that are beyond their scope of knowledge. If they lack the experience to handle a legal matter properly, they should collaborate with other lawyers who can fill in the gaps, or take the necessary steps to gather the necessary information. In many cases, it is simply that they shouldn't have taken a case to begin with.

- Business & Commercial Litigation

Whether building or acquiring facilities or equipment, contemplating business mergers or acquisitions, contracting for the purchase or sale of goods and services, developing policies, procedures, plans and agreements concerning employees and independent contractors, or simply attempting to comply with the constantly-growing array of rules, regulations, codes, ordinances, statutes and laws affecting New Jersey businesses, we deliver solutions for our business and corporate clients. At The Epstein Law Firm, we have litigated, arbitrated, and mediated a wide range of corporate, commercial, and other business disputes including:

* Business and commercial litigation
* Consumer protection
* Contracts and commercial transactions
* Corporate, shareholder, and partnership disputes
* Covenants not to compete
* Director and officer liability
* Insurance coverage and claims litigation
* Landlord – tenant
* Leases
* Libel and slander
* Licensing
* Real estate litigation

* Chancery Litigation

Not all breaches of contract or performance disputes involve financial compensation for damages. In cases where a person’s non-performance does not cause or threaten monetary loss, the court can impose a remedy that provides a level of satisfaction for the parties involved. At the Rochelle Park, New Jersey law office, our experienced chancery litigation lawyers work closely with clients and the court to determine an equitable remedy for our clients. When real estate, business contracts, or unique services are involved, it’s difficult to avoid certain emotions that can make negotiations difficult. The Epstein Law Firm identifies the heart of an issue and diligently pursues what is fair and equitable for our clients. Saving you time and money while fixing your problem – it’s what we do best.

* Contract Disputes

A large percentage of business litigation involves disputes over contracts. In more than 70 combined years of experience, the four attorneys of The Epstein Law Firm have successfully handled countless contract disputes. Our lawyers serve businesses and individuals throughout northeastern New Jersey, including Hackensack, Lodi, Wayne, Paterson, Newark, Elizabeth, Morristown, and more.

We have experience in a wide range of breach of contract disputes, including:

* Commercial contract litigation
* Buyer and seller disputes
* Employment disputes with employees
* Shareholder controversies

- Civil Litigation

* Battered Woman Syndrome

Thanks to The Epstein Law Firm, battered women who are in abusive relationships have the right to sue their abusers in civil court for monetary damages for the entire period of abuse. Before 1994, battered women could only sue for assault and battery, which limited the battered women to seeking compensation for two years from an assault and battery, which is the statute of limitations for such claims. As a result, a great deal of the abuse that the battered women suffered was not compensable.

* Breach of Contract

A law firm with the experience and reputation of The Epstein Law Firm is a valuable resource for victims of breach of contract. Our civil litigation attorneys welcome the opportunity to evaluate your case and recommend a promising course of action if you have been harmed or wronged as a result of a contract dispute in New Jersey.

Contact us to schedule a consultation regarding a breach of contract matter involving any of the following:

* Employment agreements
* Non-compete agreements
* Commission contract disputes
* Securities issues
* Business to business contract
* Purchase agreements
* Landlord tenant contracts
* Lease agreements
* Building contracts
* Home/commercial property/real estate contracts

* Civil Rights Discrimination

We represent clients in cases involving fundamental issues of human rights and freedoms protected by the First, Fourth, Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments of the United States and New Jersey Constitutions and related laws. Our experience extends to issues involving:

* Racial and national origin discrimination
* Housing discrimination
* Age discrimination
* Disability discrimination
* Religious discrimination
* Employment discrimination
* Sexual harassment

* Consumer Fraud

Manufacturers and businesses are regulated by local, state, and federal laws that govern product safety, marketing, and pricing. When companies or service providers engage in deceptive advertising or fraud they can be held financially liable for the losses they cause. At the Rochelle Park, New Jersey law office, our consumer fraud attorneys act immediately in order to recover losses for our clients. Whether it’s writing demand letters or filing a law suit on behalf of a client, we’re prepared to hire investigators, subpoena records, and interview witnesses in order to expose fraud.

The consumer protection lawyers at The Epstein Law Firm represent clients in consumer fraud cases involving the following kinds of fraud and / or deceptive business practices:

* Switch and bait
* False advertising
* Breach of contract
* Non-delivery of services
* Pyramid schemes and other scams
* Selling of faulty or damaged products

* Insurance Law

In the injury claims process, insurance companies have always held a big advantage over their insured policyholders. Insurance carriers, armed with a battery of legal and forensic experts and extensive resources used to investigate and handle claims, have often projected a "David and Goliath" image when dealing with an insured challenging the settlement of his or her claim. Typically, injured clients and families do not understand the claim process until an injury or death occurs. Without advance knowledge of the insurance policy, coverage, exclusions, and interpretations, injured individuals and families feel helpless when presented with the insurance company's interpretation of the policy terms and settlement offer. Oftentimes, injured individuals and families recover far less than what the policy provides. The Epstein Law Firm knows the games that insurance companies play, and is well versed in the interpretation of insurance policy language as well as the litigation of insurance claims. We handle insurance issues involving:

* Personal injury – wrongful death claims
* Bad faith claims
* Insurance coverage disputes
* Accidental or “double indemnity” benefits involving life insurance
* Medical negligence - malpractice
* Motor vehicle accidents
* Nursing home claims
* Pharmaceutical and drug companies
* Product and retailer liability
* Property and casualty claims
* Underinsured motorist (UIM) claims
* Uninsured motorist (UM) claims

* Will Contests

With most families, the legal distribution of a will is a peaceful process. Sometimes, however, a beneficiary believes that the benefactor slighted him or her. It is at this point that a potential heir may wish to contest the will. This usually occurs when heirs of larger estates are not happy with their share of the assets being distributed. They want more and they are willing to go to court to get it.

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	Mr. Barry D. Epstein Member Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Wrongful Discharge		Mr. Michael J. Epstein Member Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury
	Ms. April M. Gilmore Attorney Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Professional Malpractice

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