Personal Injury Attorney Serving Hillside, NJ

If you were hurt in a car accident, slip and fall, or workplace incident in Hillside, you deserve an attorney who will handle your case personally — not pass it off to a paralegal or case manager. I'm Mitchell R. Friedman, and I've been representing injured people across Essex and Union County for 40 years. When you call my office, you get me.

Hillside sits at the intersection of Union County's busiest corridors — Route 22, Springfield Avenue, and the surrounding industrial zones create real accident risk for drivers, pedestrians, and workers every day. When an injury happens here, the path to fair compensation isn't automatic. Insurance companies move quickly to limit what they pay, and without an experienced advocate, most people leave money on the table. I've spent four decades making sure that doesn't happen to my clients.

How I Handle Personal Injury Cases in Hillside

Hillside residents who come to me are dealing with more than physical injuries — they're managing missed work, medical bills, and the stress of not knowing what their case is worth. My job is to take that burden off your shoulders from the very first conversation. I investigate your accident, deal with the insurance companies, and build the strongest possible case on your behalf.

 

I handle every aspect of your claim directly. There are no handoffs, no junior associates presenting your case to a stranger, and no moments where you wonder who is actually working on your file. You have my direct line, and I pick up.

Injury Cases I Handle for Hillside Clients

I represent people hurt in a wide range of accidents throughout Hillside and the surrounding Union County area. If your injury was caused by someone else's negligence, I want to hear what happened.

 

  • Car and truck accidents — collisions on Route 22, local intersections, and highways throughout the region
  • Motorcycle accidents — riders face disproportionate injury risk and deserve aggressive representation
  • Pedestrian accidents — crosswalk and sidewalk incidents where drivers fail to yield
  • Rideshare accidents — Uber and Lyft collisions involving complex insurance coverage questions
  • Slip and fall and trip and fall — injuries on poorly maintained commercial or residential property
  • Dog bites — attacks on public property or when a dog escapes an owner's control
  • Workplace accidents with third-party liability — on-the-job injuries caused by a negligent party other than your employer

 

If you're not sure whether your situation qualifies, call me. That's what the free consultation is for.

What Sets My Practice Apart from the Large Firms

There is no shortage of personal injury attorneys advertising in New Jersey. What most of those firms don't tell you is that after you sign, you'll rarely — if ever — speak with the attorney whose name is on the billboard. Your case gets assigned to a team member you've never met, and the attorney steps in only if it goes to trial.

 

My practice works differently.

You Work With Me, Start to Finish

I am a solo practitioner, which means I handle every case personally. From your first call through settlement negotiations or trial, you speak with me. I know the details of your case because I built the file myself. That continuity matters when it's time to negotiate — and it matters even more if we go to court.

40 Years of Experience in This Region

I've been practicing personal injury law since 1986, and I've been running my own firm since 2003. I know how insurance adjusters in this region operate, which defense tactics are common in Union and Essex County courts, and how to position a case for maximum value. That institutional knowledge is not something a newer attorney or a large firm rotating associates can replicate.

I'm Willing to Take Your Case to Trial

Many personal injury firms settle every case because going to trial is expensive and time-consuming. I don't shy away from litigation when the insurance company refuses to offer fair value. That willingness changes the dynamic in settlement negotiations — insurers know I'll follow through, and that often produces better results before we ever set foot in a courtroom.

Frequently Asked Questions from Hillside Injury Victims

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  • Do I need a personal injury attorney if the accident wasn't in Essex County?

    No. I represent clients throughout Union County, including Hillside, as well as Essex County and surrounding areas. The location of your accident does not limit your ability to work with me — what matters is that your injury was caused by someone else's negligence.

  • How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney in Hillside?

    Nothing upfront. I work on a contingency fee basis, which means I only get paid if I recover compensation for you. There are no hourly charges, no retainer fees, and no out-of-pocket costs to get started.

  • How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in New Jersey?

    In most cases, New Jersey's statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of your injury to file a claim. Waiting too long can permanently bar you from recovering compensation, so it's worth calling sooner rather than later — even if you're still deciding what to do.

  • What if the insurance company has already contacted me?

    Don't give a recorded statement or accept any settlement offer before speaking with an attorney. Insurance companies are not working in your interest, and early offers are almost always far below what a case is actually worth. Call me first.

  • What kinds of compensation can I recover after an accident in Hillside?

    Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care costs. I evaluate every recoverable category during the free consultation so you understand the full picture before making any decisions.

If you were injured in a car accident in Essex County or anywhere in New Jersey, I'm ready to help. Call me directly at 973-325-0243, or use the contact form to schedule your free consultation. You'll speak with me — not a staff member — and I'll give you an honest assessment of your case.