Ocean County Law
Bathgate, Wegener & Wolf, P.C. is a premier, full-service law firm established in 1970. The Firm is committed to excellence in everything we do.
Largest Law Firm in Ocean County
Verdicts & Settlements
As the largest law firm in Ocean County, Bathgate, Wegener & Wolf, P.C. has a long list boasting tens of millions of dollars in settlements and successful outcomes for its clients. Whether it’s personal injury, real estate, corporate, or family law, we have attorneys in all practice areas of the law.
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Settlements & Success
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The firm is well respected in New Jersey and throughout the region, which is reflected by our “AV”
Results
$200,000,000 Corporate Shareholder Dispute Settled
$50,000,000 Multi-Jurisdictional Estate Claim Settled
$10,500,000 Increase in “JUST COMPENSATION”
$10,000,000 Commercial Real Estate Sale
$9,000,000 Claim Against Major Auto Manufacturer
$4,640,000 Tax Assessment Reduction
$3,825,000 Settlement in Eminent Domain Case
$3,625,000 Settlement in Eminent Domain Case
$2,311,700 Oceanfront Property “JUST COMPENSATION”
$1,907,500 Tax Assessment Reduction
$900,000 Settlement For Head-On Collision
$650,000 Recovery For Head-On Crash In Toms River
Results
$500,000 Verdict for Real Estate Developer
$325,000 Damages Verdict for Broken Hand
$250,000 Recovery for Cut Finger
$176,400 Jury Verdict to Driver with Herniated Disc
$140,000 Settlement in Negligent Security Case
$130,000 Settlement in Slip and Fall Case
$125,000 Recovery for Motor Vehicle Injury
$125,000
$100,000 Recovery for Denied Insurance Claim
Over 50 Years of Wisdom
With More Than 50 Years of Practice, NJ injury attorneys have accumulated tremendous wisdom and the experience to adjust to any situation encountered so the results are delivered consistently.
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Best Law Firms in New Jersey
With decades of practice in multiple areas of law, we continue to make headlines.
Take a look at our most recent wins for our clients and some of the insights from our experienced attorneys.
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We practice every area of the law to accommodate clients who have different needs.
Whether you need a real estate attorney, you believe you were wrongfully terminated, you were injured due to someone’s negligence, or you are filing for divorce, we’ve got the expertise necessary.
Our Attorneys
We pride ourselves on the caliber of our lawyers.
We carefully select each team member so that clients are assured of exceptional representation.
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Bathgate Wegener & Wolf, P.C. Announces the Promotion of Daniel J. Carbone, Esq. to Partner
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The Role of Pre-Existing Conditions in New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Cases
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Understanding Pain and Suffering Damages in New Jersey Personal Injury Cases
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Public Testimonials
“Mr Wegener is the BEST attorney I have ever dealt with! He’s phenomenal! He genuinely cares about each case and every person. I wouldn’t go anywhere else!“
— Amy L. Faas-Barber
“I worked with Nick Leider on a wrist injury and he was highly professional and attentive throughout the whole process. I highly working with nick to get the results you deserve and looking for! Thanks again Nick for all your hard work!!”
— Cathy Rinaldi
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— Nathan Mermelstein
