Who Is Liable for a Slip and Fall at a Hotel?
Few things can ruin a work trip or vacation than a serious slip and fall accident in a hotel. When that happens, you might be left wondering who will be held accountable for what happened. The answer depends on the specific circumstances, the nature of the injuries, and your legal representative’s knowledge and skills. To start, …
Jet Ski Accidents Are on the Rise in New Jersey – Who Is Liable?
There is nothing quite like taking to the water on the back of a jet ski. Yet, as fun as these experiences are, they can also be rather dangerous. When you head out onto the waterfront to enjoy a day under the sun, you may not think twice about an accident. When it happens, one …
Common Pitfalls Speaking with Insurance Companies After a Car Accident
After a car accident, dealing with insurance companies can be one of the most stressful and confusing aspects of the process. Insurance adjusters are trained to protect their company’s bottom line, which often means paying as little as possible on claims. Navigating these conversations without a clear understanding of your rights can lead to costly …
Protecting Yourself and Your Rights After an Accident in New Jersey
Every accident that could be prevented is a suffering that did not need to occur. Raising awareness of injuries and the impact that everyone’s smallest actions can have on the lives of others makes sense. Preventable injuries in New Jersey happen every day simply because of a lack of awareness. At Goldstein & Goldstein, LLP, …
Child on Bicycle Fatally Struck in Downtown Jersey City
A 6-year-old on a bicycle was struck and killed by a vehicle Friday afternoon in a residential Jersey City neighborhood. The crash occurred just before 4 p.m. near the intersection of Jersey Avenue and Sixth Street. According to the Jersey City Police Department, the child suffered severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. …
Injury Prevention in NJ: What Every Resident Needs to Know This May?
Each May, the American Trauma Society aims to raise awareness by focusing its efforts on the prevention of trauma during the month. For 2025, the theme is “Model Safety Every Day: For a Stronger Tomorrow.” It is meant to celebrate trauma survivors, but also to help individuals take ownership of protecting themselves from risks. At …
Child Injured in Franklin Township School Bus Crash
Two Franklin Township school buses collided on Thursday, injuring a 9-year-old boy. According to police, the crash occurred at the intersection of Taylor Road and Reed Avenue in Franklin Township, but no further information about the cause of the crash has been released. The child was admitted to a nearby hospital in unknown condition. Authorities …
Michael J. Goldstein, Esq. Named to the 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers List
Goldstein & Goldstein, LLP is proud to announce that Partner Michael J. Goldstein, Esq. has been selected to the 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers list for his work in personal injury law. Michael is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court and a personal injury litigator. He represents clients who suffer …
What Is Loss of Enjoyment of Life After a Slip and Fall Injury?
One area often discussed in legal claims for slip and fall accidents is the loss of enjoyment of life. This concept refers to the diminished ability to participate in activities that bring fulfillment and happiness due to injuries sustained in an accident. If you were injured in this type of accident, loss of enjoyment of …
Arrest in Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Collision
An arrest has been made in a hit-and-run collision that seriously injured a 17-year-old girl. A Bergenfield resident was apprehended Monday following a months-long investigation into the November 2024 incident by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and the Teaneck Police Department. He has been charged with knowingly leaving the scene of an accident resulting in …
