Search Results

Family Law | Matrimonial Law | Personal Injury Law | Real Estate Law | Business Law | Employment Discrimination | Land Use | Worker's Compensation | Municipal Law | Tax Appeals | Wills, Estates, and Guardianship Areas of Practice Family Residential Real Estate Employment Discrimination Municipal Matrimonial Commercial Real Estate Land Use Wills, Estates, Guardianship Personal Injury Business Worker's Compensation Tax Appeals

At The Law Office of Shah & Rubenstein, we specialize in guiding individuals and businesses through the tax appeal process. Whether your property has been over-assessed, misclassified, or unfairly taxed, our experienced attorneys are here to help you present a strong case, reduce your tax burden, and protect your bottom line. Tax Appeals Property taxes can have a significant impact on your finances—but they’re not always accurate. Tax appeal law allows property owners to challenge an assessment they believe is too high, ensuring they’re not overpaying due to errors or misjudgments by local tax authorities. At The Law Office of Shah & Rubenstein, we specialize in guiding individuals and businesses through the tax appeal process. Whether your property has been over-assessed, misclassified, or unfairly taxed, our experienced attorneys are here to help you present a strong case, reduce your tax burden, and protect your bottom line. Don't pay more than your fair share—contact us to explore your appeal options and take the first step toward fair taxation.

Fredrick L. Rubenstein is a dedicated and experienced workers’ compensation attorney with the knowledge and skill necessary to properly represents the interests of those who have suffered a work-place injury. If you have been injured in a work-place accident, it is important that you consult with an attorney to discuss your rights. Contact our office at 732-906-1212 for a consultation. Worker's Compensation New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act Workers’ compensation provides employees who suffer work-related injuries or diseases with medical treatment, temporary disability and permanent disability benefits. An employee injured on the job will receive these benefits regardless of whether he or she was at fault for the accident. Moreover, in the case of an employee who dies as a result of a work-related accident, his or her dependents will receive death benefits. The injured employee will receive reasonable and necessary medical treatment, hospitalizations and prescription medications at no cost as long as it is related to the work-place injury. Additionally, an injured worker is entitled to temporary disability benefits if the employee is disabled for a period of more than seven days, retroactive to the first day of lost time. The injured worker will receive 70% of his or her average weekly wage, not to exceed the statutory maximum rate or below the statutory minimum rate. When an injured worker suffers a permanent loss of a bodily impairment, permanent disability benefits are paid to him or her based on functional loss from the date temporary disability ceases to be paid. An employee who suffers a work injury or illness that prevents him or her from returning to gainful employment may be entitled to permanent total disability benefits, which are initially provided for 450 weeks. Benefits will continue beyond the 450 week period provided that the injured worker remains totally disabled. The injured worker receives weekly benefits that are based upon 70% of his or her average weekly wage, not to exceed the statutory maximum rate or below the statutory minimum rate. Dependents of an injured worker who died as a result of his or her work-related injury or illness may be entitled to receive death/dependency benefits and funeral expenses not to exceed $3,500.00. The amount of the death/dependency benefit that the dependent(s) will receive is 70% of the deceased worker’s wage, not to exceed the statutory maximum. Fredrick L. Rubenstein is a dedicated and experienced workers’ compensation attorney with the knowledge and skill necessary to properly represents the interests of those who have suffered a work-place injury. If you have been injured in a work-place accident, it is important that you consult with an attorney to discuss your rights. Contact our office at 732-906-1212 for a consultation.

We help clients plan for the efficient and effective transfer of assets to spouses, family members, friends, charities, etc. This may involve the preparation of last wills and testaments, living wills, or powers of attorney. We will discuss the appropriate plan to meet your goals and begin preparing the necessary documents to execute and implement your desired plan. Wills, Estates, + Guardianship We help clients plan for the efficient and effective transfer of assets to spouses, family members, friends, charities, etc. This may involve the preparation of last wills and testaments, living wills, or powers of attorney. When commencing the planning process, you must consider your intentions, your family relationships, charitable inclinations, and the relationship of federal and state estate tax, gift tax, and generation skipping transfer tax laws. We will discuss the appropriate plan to meet your goals and begin preparing the necessary documents to execute and implement your desired plan. Most people wish to maximize their estate for the benefit of their loved ones, spouses, children, parents and/or siblings. A proper will and estate plan should consider not only to whom you want to give your estate, but also the present and estimated future estate distribution value and consequences. Please call us for a consultation/evaluation. We can also assist in handling the administration of estates on the various issues, including: Assistance to the executor with the preparation of the required probate documents and assist in valuation of estate assets Filing insurance claims Preparing final income tax returns and the estate’s income and federal and state estate tax returns. Arranging for the distribution of the estate’s net assets A person’s estate is comprised of all of their assets for estate accounting purposes, even if they pass to a beneficiary directly outside of the distributions set forth in your will. Assets include properties, bank accounts, retirement accounts, trading accounts, life insurance proceeds and personal property.

Whether you purchase a business that is a restaurant, franchise, gas station, coffee shop, donut shop, sub shop, delicatessen, convenience store, liquor license, strip mall, or commercial buildings, we have closed on each such business. We have experience negotiating leases, reviewing and guiding you through your franchise purchase, or professional practice; We bring over 28 years of real estate law experience to each of these types of closings. Businesses Whether you purchase a business that is a restaurant, franchise, gas station, coffee shop, donut shop, sub shop, delicatessen, convenience store, liquor license, strip mall, or commercial buildings, we have closed on each such business. We have experience negotiating leases, reviewing and guiding you through your franchise purchase, or professional practice; We bring over 28 years of real estate law experience to each of these types of closings. From the formation of a corporation or company to closing on your business or commercial property, we can walk you through the process. We have experience with all types of franchise business and the complex process of addressing a liquor license acquisition. We have closed on pharmacies and professional practices as well.

1941 Oak Tree Road, Township of Edison, County of Middlesex, New Jersey 08820 | Phone: 732-906-1212 | Fax: 732-906-1299 | Email: attorneys@srlaw.us | Website: srlaw.us સંપર્ક કરો Schedule Your Appointment Whether you are a new or returning client, please contact the Law Office of Shah & Rubenstein to schedule your appointment. Call: 732-906-1212 Email : attorneys@srlaw.us Fax : 732-906-1299 1941 Oak Tree Road, Ste. 204 , Edison, New Jersey 08820

With over 28 years of experience in real estate law we can help you to navigate a complex process and make it easier to understand your deadlines and your rights to home ownership. Commercial + Residential Real Estate The purchase or sale of a home can be a joyous and simultaneously the real estate law can be stressful. Whether you are selling or buying, have a realtor to help you to get through home inspections and closing, or are doing it yourself, we are here to help you. A contract is the beginning of the process. Often times a contract is negotiated with the help of your attorney before it becomes binding. Then any home inspection issues are resolved. In the interim we can help you understand your loan closing process and make sure you take all steps necessary to obtain clear ownership of the property at the time of closing. With over 28 years of experience in real estate law we can help you to navigate a complex process and make it easier to understand your deadlines and your rights to home ownership.

Fredrick L. Rubenstein is a dedicated and experienced employment attorney with the knowledge and skill necessary to properly represents the interests of those who have suffered retaliation and/or discrimination as a direct result of an employer’s violation of the CEPA statute. If you feel that you have been subjected to a violation of the whistleblower statute, it is important that you consult with an attorney to discuss your rights. Contact our office at 732-906-1212 for a consultation. Employment Discrimination + Retaliation New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act The Conscientious Employee Protection Act (“CEPA”) is a broad-based statute that protects whistleblowers from retaliation for objecting to something that they reasonably believed was a violation of the law. Retaliation means any adverse employment action, which can take many forms which include but not limited to termination, demotion, suspension or harassment. The monetary damages available to a Plaintiff in a CEPA case may include back pay, front pay, pain and suffering and mental distress damages. Moreover, a Plaintiff may be entitled to punitive damages, designed to punish a Defendant-Employer and attempt try to deter them from engaging in similar acts in the future when the conduct is especially egregious, Furthermore, a Plaintiff may recover his or her attorney’s fees and costs of suit. Finally, an employee may seek injunctive relief requiring the employer to rehire the whistleblower to his or her former position or the equivalent thereto. Fredrick L. Rubenstein is a dedicated and experienced employment attorney with the knowledge and skill necessary to properly represents the interests of those who have suffered retaliation and/or discrimination as a direct result of an employer’s violation of the CEPA statute. If you feel that you have been subjected to a violation of the whistleblower statute, it is important that you consult with an attorney to discuss your rights. Contact our office at 732-906-1212 for a consultation.

Articles and Information about various legal areas in New Jersey. Resources Family Law Article Understanding Family Law in New Jersey article Personal Injury Article A Guide to Personal Injury Law in New Jersey article Screenshot 2025-06-11 at 12.31.03 PM Wills, Estates, & Guardianships in New Jersey article Family Law Article Understanding Family Law in New Jersey article 1/3

Whether the project involves a commercial or residential development, land use and zoning issues require that you present to a municipal planning board or zoning board of adjustment a number of proofs. There are several regulations that impact land development planning and zoning at the local, state and federal levels. Bhavini Tara Shah, Esq. represents the Township of Edison, Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Township of South Brunswick, Zoning Board of Adjustment. Land Use Land Use Law Whether the project involves a commercial or residential development, land use and zoning issues require that you present to a municipal planning board or zoning board of adjustment a number of proofs. There are several regulations that impact land development planning and zoning at the local, state and federal levels. Bhavini Tara Shah, Esq. represents the Township of Edison, Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Township of South Brunswick, Zoning Board of Adjustment. Our firm represents and helps to train Board Members to be aware of the laws and regulations and their applicability to various applications that the Boards may address. Our firm is experienced in litigating zoning appeals before the State and Appellate Courts. We are also familiar with and have assisted Applicants present their matters before other zoning boards with respect to applications involving expansion of use and structures (residential and commercial) as well as applications for bulk variances. Every property under the Municipal Land Use Law is treated separately and the application is viewed as specific to such a property. A land use hearing will require that you provide all proofs for that piece of property regardless of what may exist immediately adjacent to that property. As such the Boards and Applicants are required to look to each individual matter on a case-by-case basis. We can help navigate the requirements that Boards and Applicants must address when considering an expansion, addition of a pool, patio or a new build.

Quick Facts and Information about Family Law in New Jersey.

We operate as a boutique practice and not in a high volume setting. If you are injured in a slip and fall, traffic accident, or through the negligence or intentional conduct of another, we can help you address your financial and physical complaints. Personal Injury We operate as a boutique practice and not in a high volume setting. If you are injured in a slip and fall, traffic accident, or through the negligence or intentional conduct of another, we can help you address your financial and physical complaints. The following are some of the settlements for clients we have provided: Minor child’s femur fracture. Settled $150,000.00. Permanent thumb injury. Settled $99,000.00. Soft tissue injury with disc herniation. Settled $25,000.00. Car accident with facial lacerations and nose dislocation $250,000.00.