Business Details
31 Years
experience
Experienced Employment Lawyer in Stanhope, NJ
The Law Office of David H. Kaplan has provided dedicated legal representation for over 30 years, specializing in employment law and personal injury litigation across New Jersey. Our firm prioritizes client rights, offering personalized legal strategies backed by decades of courtroom experience and a proven track record of securing over $10 million in verdicts. Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey since 1995, we combine deep expertise in employment discrimination, wrongful termination, and personal injury cases with a commitment to accessibility through free initial consultations.Our team maintains a client-focused approach, handling cases from initial consultation to resolution while emphasizing transparency, responsiveness, and ethical practice. With offices in Stanhope, Piscataway, and Morristown, we serve clients throughout Northern and Central New Jersey, ensuring legal representation remains accessible to those facing workplace injustices or personal injury claims.
Services
Employment Discrimination
Wrongful Termination
Personal Injury Claims
Workers Compensation
Harassment Cases
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in employment and personal injury law.
- Our attorney is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey since 1995.
- We provide personalized legal strategies for each client's unique case.
- We maintain a proven track record of securing over $10 million in verdicts.
- Our team offers free initial consultations with no obligations.
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
- Supreme Court of New Jersey
What people say
Highly recommend
Professional and dedicated
Fair rates
Always available
Excellent results
Services
Employment Discrimination
We represent clients facing workplace discrimination based on race, age, gender, or other protected characteristics. Our attorneys provide strategic legal counsel to prove unlawful bias and secure compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and other damages. With decades of litigation experience, we handle complex discrimination cases under state and federal laws.
Wrongful Termination
Our firm advocates for employees unlawfully fired due to discrimination, retaliation, or contract violations. We investigate termination circumstances, gather evidence of employer misconduct, and pursue remedies including reinstatement, back pay, and punitive damages. Our team has secured multiple million-dollar verdicts in wrongful termination litigation.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent clients injured by negligence in auto accidents, premises liability, or construction incidents. Our services include negotiating settlements with insurance companies, filing lawsuits for fair compensation, and litigating cases to trial when necessary. We focus on recovering medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering damages.
Workers Compensation
Our attorneys assist workers injured on the job with securing medical treatment coverage and wage replacement benefits. We handle claims denials, appeals, and disputes over permanent disability ratings while ensuring compliance with New Jersey workers' compensation laws. We advocate for full vocational rehabilitation and financial recovery.
Harassment Cases
We protect employees subjected to hostile work environments from sexual harassment, bullying, or discriminatory conduct. Our legal services include documenting harassment patterns, filing EEOC charges, and pursuing civil litigation for emotional distress and career damages. We maintain confidentiality while holding employers accountable for safe workplace standards.
People
David H. Kaplan
Attorney
Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with 30+ years of experience in employment law and personal injury litigation. Maintains New Jersey Supreme Court certification since 1995 and has tried over 100 cases to verdict. Recognized by Super Lawyers for legal excellence in discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination cases.
Questions
What areas of law does your firm specialize in?
We focus on employment law (discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination) and personal injury cases (auto accidents, workers' compensation, premises liability) across New Jersey.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial case evaluations with no obligations to discuss your legal options and potential claims.
Which areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Northern and Central New Jersey, including Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Somerset, Union, Bergen, and Hudson counties.
How long have you been practicing law?
David H. Kaplan has practiced law for over 30 years, maintaining New Jersey Supreme Court certification since 1995.
What is your success rate in employment cases?
Our firm has secured over $10 million in verdicts and settlements for employment law claims, including multiple million-dollar awards in discrimination and retaliation cases.
How quickly do you respond to client inquiries?
We prioritize client communication, with attorney David Kaplan personally handling cases and providing timely responses to all calls and emails.
Reviews (5)
H. Y.
Jan 22, 2021
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I want to thank Mr. Kaplan for helping to resolve my case quickly. I am completely dazzled by his fast service, integrity, hard work, tirelessly effort to ensure the best possible outcome on my behalf. I can't thank him enough and will always be grateful for all of his efforts.
Marinez Richards
Nov 17, 2020
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After 6 months of being led on and taking on my cases and every month promising hell send legal letters to the parties in pursuit he pulled out of my case and never sent any letter to either party. Waste of time! Unprofessional and rude receptionist.
Katie Matos
Oct 14, 2019
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David was such a great help with my case. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer that is completely dedicated to his clients.
Sharon Toohey
Dec 20, 2018
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David Kaplan is fantastic. He is very professional and can will go above and beyond for huis clients. I have worked with him on two seperate issues and both have been favorable for me. He always kept my best interests at heart. He responds immediately to emails and telephone calls and always has feedback. I would highly recommend David Kaplan.
Dave Hamberg
Sep 20, 2018
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David Kaplan was able help me get a nice settlement from my previous employers. He was professional, informative and listened to my concerns on the settlement agreement.
