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Trusted New Jersey Attorneys Fighting for Justice Since 1929

If you want results, then be well represented. Our attorneys have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding results for clients across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

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A Legacy of Legal Advocacy

Since 1929, the lawyers at Pellettieri Rabstein & Altman have worked hard to build a track record of honest, smart, and responsive legal representation. Our attorneys have earned the respect of judges, and our peers in both state and federal courts. But most important, we have earned the respect of our clients. Contact us today to discuss any case involving personal injury, workers’ compensation, family law, nursing home abuse, employment & labor law, commercial law & litigation, municipal court, estates & trusts litigation or appeals.

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Our law firm has four offices across New Jersey. Our attorneys are also available to travel to you or discuss your case over the phone or video chat.

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Why Choose Us?

Top-tier trial lawyers with a proven track record of settlement and trial experience

Savvy negotiators

Personalized service and legal strategies tailored to your goals and needs

Wealth of resources and support for you

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Mr. Adams gave me support and comfort during one of the most difficult times in my life. His dedication and negotiation skills led to a successful settlement.

Sjohnh8

Workers’ Compensation

I’ve been a client since 2013. Jeffrey Monaghan and the staff are always there when I need them, and someone always answers the phone. I can’t recommend them enough.

William Jones

Workers’ Compensation

Sherri went above and beyond with my case. She kept us informed every step of the way, fought through every challenge, and in the end—we won!

Maria Grider

Medical Malpractice — Nursing Home Abuse

My wife and I were pleased with April’s attention to detail during our home closing. She negotiated a fair contract and always had our best interests in mind.

Darshan Jha

Residential Real Estate

They walked me through every step of the will-drafting process with professionalism. The process was smooth and efficient.

Duoqisun

Estates & Trusts Litigation

The team answered all of my questions, explained the process, and maintained clear communication throughout, making the experience stress-free.

Chris Rice

Workers’ Compensation

I retained Pellettieri Rabstein & Altman for a personal injury lawsuit, and Richard Isolde continued to fight for me until he secured a significant settlement.

Eric Peters

Personal Injury

Gary Adams and his team made the entire process as smooth as possible during one of the most challenging times for my family. He wasn’t just our attorney—he truly cared.

Kiya Muse

Workers’ Compensation

Sherri was compassionate, thorough, and always available to guide me through the complex legal process. Thanks to her persistence and legal skill, we reached a resolution that provided much-needed closure for my family.

Irina Serebrianskaya

Nursing Home Abuse — Wrongful Death

Gary took the time to explain everything clearly and fought hard to ensure I received the compensation I deserved for my shoulder injury.

Frank Frascella

Workers’ Compensation

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An attorney acts as your voice in your case. So it is important that you feel comfortable and confident that your attorney understands your needs and goals. We look forward to getting to know you and providing the trusted representation you deserve.

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Filing for Workers’ Compensation Benefits for an Injury

Maximizing Compensation After a Personal injury

Our skilled personal injury lawyers will fight for full compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, future anticipated losses, pain and suffering, and other damages. Our legal team does all the work so you can focus on your recovery.

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Protecting Workers Hurt on the Job

It’s easy to get shortchanged in a workers’ compensation claim. Our Supreme Court certified workers’ compensation lawyers know all the ins and outs of the system. We can fight for the full benefits you deserve after a workplace injury.

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Navigating Emotional Family Law Matters

We provide special attention and care in handling your family law issues. Our skill, experience and sensitivity will protect you in the difficulties you face in your family law matter. Whether it is child custody, divorce or another type of matter, sound counsel will be provided that advances your best interest.

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Results Matter

Our attorneys have secured hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for clients in a wide range of cases. We do the work to prepare each case for trial, demonstrating to the other side that we are willing to go all the way. This willingness to fight is reflected in the settlements and verdicts we achieve.

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$2M

$2 Million for Stem Cell Researcher from Spinal Injury Auto Accident

A PhD, post-doctoral fellow conducting original molecular bio-chemical research into neurology and stem cell research, was driving in the center lane of a local commuter interstate, when a tractor-trailer truck behind her veered to the right lane, cutting off and striking another auto that then struck our client’s car and caused her to lose control and swerve into the right lane where she was struck by the truck.

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$571,626.66 Jury Verdict for Trip and Fall Accident

After a five-day trial, our personal injury attorney obtained a $571,626.66 jury verdict in Middlesex County for a 60-year old woman in a trip and fall accident.

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$700,000 to Diabetic Plumber Injured at Construction Site

Climbing down a ladder, a union plumber stepped on a nail protruding from wood left at a construction site in Jersey City by the general contractor or sub-contractors that had performed framing on the construction site.

$2M

$2 Million Settlement in SUV Accident Case

A passenger in a SUV suffered a broken neck and other injuries when the vehicle rolled over because of the negligence of the driver and the failure of a tire.

Benefits Recovered for Dust, Dirt, Fumes at Work That Caused Chronic Bronchitis

Breathing in excessive dust, dirt and fumes – especially those that can be toxic to the lungs – over a period of years can cause chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Now retired and suffering from chronic bronchitis, and prodded by his wife, our client asked his doctor whether his work environment could have caused his condition.

Benefits Recovered for Repetitive Motion Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Office Worker

When our client was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, she was not aware that the repetitive motion of keyboarding on her computer at the office every day over a period of years could be the cause – and that she had the right to workers’ compensation benefits – until a friend convinced her to contact us.

Work-at-Home “Telecommuter” Recovers on Auto Accident

Although her primary workplace was at home, our lawyers made the case that our client was traveling on business and that she was not commuting; therefore, our client’s auto injuries were covered under workers’ compensation law.

Cause-of-Death Estate Litigation in Airplane Accident

A pilot, with his wife on board, crashed his small, private plane, killing them both. Our client, the estate of the pilot, asserted that a collision with birds caused the tragic deaths.

Convinced Health Insurance Company HMO to Pay for Medical Treatment

A young woman who worked for the State of New Jersey had been through several treatments for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer. Her last hope was a bone marrow transplant of her own marrow. Her HMO would not pay for the treatment. Our insurance litigation attorneys convinced the HMO to pay.

Required Insurance Company to Cover Defense and Settlement of Lawsuit

A dissatisfied homebuyer sued our client, a residential developer, claiming emotional distress caused by mortgage rate information provided by our client. The homebuilder’s insurance company refused to provide legal representation and coverage – even though the homebuilder had paid premiums for this very type of business insurance coverage. Our commercial law & litigation attorneys filed suit to enforce the insurance policy.

New Jersey Supreme Court Issues First Amendment Landmark Decision.

In a landmark decision, the New Jersey Supreme Court unanimously held that the Lawrence Township sign ordinance violated our client’s First Amendment right to free speech and is unconstitutional. At issue was IBEW Local 269’s use of a 10-foot-tall rat balloon during a labor protest in Lawrence Township.

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$4+ Million “Family Farm” Estate Litigation

When the patriarch of the family farm passed away, he willed the farm equally to his three grown children. One wanted to work the farm with her husband but could not afford to buy out her siblings at market value. However, she was able to negotiate purchase from her siblings for a below-market price.

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.