Pothole Season in Newark: Who Is Responsible for Damage or Accidents?
Whether you are driving along the New Jersey Turnpike, Market Street, or Broad Street, you know that potholes are everywhere. As spring arrives in Newark, fluctuating temperatures create dangerous road conditions that can lead to serious vehicle damage and even car accidents. If you have experienced damage or injuries due to a pothole, you may …
How Do You Determine Fault After a New Jersey Car Accident?
Fault after a New Jersey car accident is determined using evidence such as police reports, traffic laws, witness statements, and physical evidence from the scene. Although New Jersey is a “no-fault state” for insurance purposes, fault still plays a critical role in accidents resulting in severe injuries or damages that exceed coverage limits. In New …
Who May Be Liable in Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Newark?
A chain-reaction car accident on the New Jersey Turnpike near Newark can happen in seconds, as one driver brakes suddenly, the car behind fails to stop in time, and the impact ripples through three or four vehicles. In the aftermath, determining who caused the crash and who is responsible for the damages becomes far more …
How Are Uber, Lyft, and Rideshare Accidents Handled in Irvington?
Getting into a rideshare in Irvington should be straightforward, whether you are heading to Newark Penn Station, catching a ride along Springfield Avenue, or traveling to a nearby medical appointment. Unfortunately, Uber and Lyft accidents do happen, and the process of determining who pays for injuries is far more involved than a typical car accident. …
Why You Should Never Accept an Insurance Settlement Too Soon for a Car Accident?
After a car accident, insurance companies often make a quick settlement offer. However, this might seem like a relief, but accepting the first offer can be a costly mistake. Many claimants discover too late that their medical bills exceed what they received, leaving them responsible for thousands of dollars in expenses. We know that the …
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Car Accident in Newark?
Getting into a car accident in Newark can turn your life upside down in an instant. Between the medical appointments, missed work, and mounting bills, the financial pressure can feel overwhelming. Whether you were rear-ended on the New Jersey Turnpike near Exit 15E, hit on McCarter Highway, or involved in a crash at one of …
Michael J. Goldstein, Esq. and Andrew Felipe Garcia, Esq. Named to the 2026 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Goldstein & Goldstein, LLP is proud to announce that Partner Michael J. Goldstein, Esq. has been selected to the 2026 New Jersey Super Lawyers list, and Associate Andrew Felipe Garcia, Esq. has been named to the 2026 New Jersey Rising Stars list. These honors reflect their continued commitment to advocating for injured clients throughout the …
March Showers Bring More Car Accidents in Newark: Why Rainy Roads Are More Dangerous Than You Think
For many across Newark and Essex County, spring brings relief from snow and ice. But March showers often create dangerous driving conditions that lead to a spike in car accidents throughout Newark, East Orange, Irvington, and surrounding communities. Rain may seem less threatening than snow, but wet pavement, oil buildup, and hidden ice patches can …
Should an Attorney Accept a Slip-and-Fall Case?
Many personal injury attorneys view slip-and-fall cases as not worth their time. They base this on a cursory look at the facts as related by a prospective client, without going to the scene. The attorney may also feel that based on the injuries described by the prospective client or lack of medical treatment, the financial …
How Irvington Residents Can Stay Safe Around Commercial Trucks
Sharing the road with a commercial truck is something most Irvington residents do every single day, whether they realize it or not. Springfield Avenue, Clinton Avenue, and Route 22 all carry steady flows of heavy freight traffic alongside passenger cars, cyclists, and pedestrians simply going about their routines. Knowing how large trucks behave, where their …
