Geoffrey C. Arlen holds a certification from the Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney, a credential that fewer than two percent of New Jersey attorneys ever earn. That distinction sits at the foundation of Arlen Law Firm, LLC, a personal injury practice based in Hillsborough, New Jersey, that handles only cases for injured individuals and families, never for insurance companies or corporate defendants.

Introduction

Arlen Law Firm, LLC practices personal injury law exclusively. The firm does not divide its attention across multiple areas of law; every case it accepts involves someone who has been hurt and needs compensation. That focus shapes everything about how cases are investigated, negotiated, and litigated. Geoffrey Arlen is regularly acknowledged in the New Jersey Law Journal and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization that limits membership to attorneys who have obtained verdicts or settlements of one million dollars or more. The firm’s main office is located at 204 Towne Centre Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844, with satellite offices by appointment at 200 Metroplex Drive Suite 304, Edison, NJ 08817 and 848 West Bay Avenue Suite E, Barnegat, NJ 08005. The main office number is 908-212-7660. Consultations are free, and the firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless the firm recovers compensation on their behalf.

Practice Areas

The firm handles a defined set of personal injury case types, each requiring its own investigative approach and legal strategy:

Car, Rideshare, and Company Vehicle Accidents: Collisions involving private vehicles, rideshare platforms, and employer-operated vehicles each carry distinct liability structures. The firm investigates the specific circumstances of each accident to identify all responsible parties.

Truck Accidents: Large commercial vehicles present particular hazards. The firm handles jackknife truck accidents and semi-truck rollover accidents, both of which frequently result in severe injuries due to the size and weight of the vehicles involved.

Traumatic Brain Injuries: TBI cases handled by the firm include concussions and skull fractures. These injuries frequently involve long-term or permanent consequences, and quantifying those consequences requires careful medical documentation and expert support.

Construction Accidents: This is a particularly complex area of the firm’s practice. Federal data from the CDC and OSHA indicates that slip and fall accidents account for more than one-third of all construction industry fatalities. The firm handles falls from heights, scaffolding accidents, struck-by incidents, equipment malfunctions, crane accidents, electrical injuries, and trench collapses. A critical issue in construction accident cases is third-party liability; workers’ compensation alone often does not fully compensate injured workers, and pursuing claims against equipment manufacturers, property owners, or general contractors may be necessary to achieve full recovery.

Slip and Fall: Premises liability cases involving hazardous conditions on another party’s property, whether commercial or residential.

Wrongful Death: When negligence results in a fatality, the firm represents surviving family members in wrongful death claims.

Pedestrian Accidents: Collisions between vehicles and pedestrians, which frequently result in severe injuries due to the physical disparity between the parties involved.

Medical Malpractice: Cases arising from errors in medical diagnosis, treatment, or procedure.

Municipal Court: The firm also handles municipal court matters.

Attorney Profiles

Geoffrey C. Arlen is the principal attorney at Arlen Law Firm, LLC. His Supreme Court of New Jersey certification as a Civil Trial Attorney sets him apart from the majority of New Jersey personal injury practitioners; this certification requires demonstrating substantial trial experience, peer endorsements, and passing a rigorous examination. Arlen is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which requires having secured a million-dollar or larger result for a client, and he has been acknowledged repeatedly in the New Jersey Law Journal. Clients working with the firm communicate directly with Arlen, not with paralegals or case managers, which reflects the firm’s approach to client relationships.

Location and Service Area

The firm’s main office is at 204 Towne Centre Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844, reachable at 908-212-7660. Satellite offices serving Edison and Barnegat are available by appointment. The firm represents clients throughout New Jersey, including Hillsborough, New Brunswick, Somerville, Freehold, and surrounding communities. More information is at arlenlawfirm.com.

Client Focus

Every client of Arlen Law Firm, LLC is an injured individual or a family member of someone who was killed or seriously harmed through another party’s negligence. The firm does not represent insurance companies, corporations, or defendants. This one-sided practice model means that every tool, relationship, and resource the firm has developed is oriented toward plaintiffs. Cases are handled on contingency, eliminating financial barriers to representation for clients who are already dealing with medical bills and lost income.

FAQ

What does it mean that Geoffrey Arlen is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney?
This certification is a formal designation granted by New Jersey’s highest court. It requires attorneys to demonstrate extensive civil trial experience, submit peer references from judges and other attorneys, and pass a written examination. It is held by a small minority of New Jersey attorneys and signals a verified level of courtroom competence beyond standard bar admission.

Does the firm charge fees if my case does not result in a recovery?
No. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis. If no recovery is obtained, no legal fee is owed. Initial consultations are also free of charge.

Why might a construction accident victim need to pursue third-party claims beyond workers’ compensation?
Workers’ compensation provides benefits for medical expenses and a portion of lost wages, but it does not cover full lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, or other damages available in civil claims. When a construction accident involves equipment owned by a third party, a subcontractor’s negligence, or a property owner’s failure to maintain a safe site, injured workers may have claims against those parties that go well beyond what workers’ comp provides.

What types of truck accident cases does the firm handle?
The firm handles jackknife truck accidents, semi-truck rollover accidents, and related commercial vehicle collision cases. These cases often involve federal trucking regulations, driver log records, and vehicle inspection data, all of which the firm’s investigation process addresses.

Can I reach the firm if I am not located near Hillsborough?
Yes. Satellite offices in Edison and Barnegat are available by appointment, and the firm serves clients throughout New Jersey. The main phone number is 908-212-7660.

Closing

Geoffrey Arlen built this firm around one discipline: recovering compensation for people who have been hurt. The certification, the forum membership, the journal recognition, those reflect years of focused work in a narrow lane. If you or a family member has been injured in New Jersey, you can reach Arlen Law Firm, LLC at 908-212-7660 or through arlenlawfirm.com. The consultation costs nothing, and the firm does not collect a fee unless it wins.