team-member

Matthew Fogelman

Newton, MA

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

English Portuguese

About

Matthew J. Fogelman is a founding partner of Fogelman & Fogelman LLC. Mr. Fogelman’s trial and litigation practice is focused on employment law, personal injury cases, and consumer class actions. He is an experienced trial lawyer, having won a number of significant cases on behalf of clients, including prevailing before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court in a ground-breaking handicap discrimination case involving an employee’s right to use medical marijuana off-site.In the employment arena, Mr. Fogelman has litigated cases ranging from Wage Act and overtime cases to discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation matters. He has significant experience advising employees on non-compete and severance agreements. A former newspaper reporter, Mr. Fogelman also has experience in First Amendment and defamation and libel law, and has counseled clients concerning defamatory material published on the Internet.In the personal injury realm, Mr. Fogelman has extensive experience litigating complex personal injury cases and emotionally-charged cases, including allegations of sexual abuse and wrongful death.Mr. Fogelman’s class action practice is focused on helping groups of employees and consumers recover damages in cases in which individually their matters would not be large enough to be cost-efficient. He and the firm have prevailed in several class-action matters, including a significant wage and hour case involving illegal distribution of tips and cases involving tenants who have been the subject of systematic illegal charges of amenity and other fees by landlords and large management companies.Lawyers often talk about standing up for the little guy, and sometimes this sounds trite.  But in my case, and for our firm, it is true – this is why we practice law. Corporations sometimes act as if there are no consequences for treating workers illegally, including discriminating against employees and systematically cheating them out of the wages to which they are due.  They count on employees being afraid to confront wrongful conduct, or that wage underpayment will be not be enough to justify hiring an attorney. Similarly, in injury cases, insurance companies often believe they can use their size and teams of lawyers to avoid paying what their insureds owe for causing crashes, injuries, and even death.

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Sexual Harassment

Employment and labor

Wrongful termination

Language

English Portuguese

Contact

Fogelman Law LLC189 Wells AvenueSuite 302Newton, MA, 02459

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
January 29, 2019

I hired Matthew to advise me on the changing MA state employment laws. He was highly knowledgeable and was very responsive to my specific questions. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
April 8, 2018

After an engaging discussion with Matt about the circumstances surrounding my breach of contract situation with a former employer, Matt agreed to help me attempt recovery of unpaid debts. I was pleased to feel like a partner in a collaborative effort to emphatically communicate our position and demonstrate unwavering determination to prevail. Our single letter ultimately compelled the company to fulfill their contractual obligations out of court. I can highly recommend Matt as a thoughtful, responsive, and creative attorney.

Robin
December 16, 2017

I am a little skittish about legal issues, but Matt put me so at ease. He was empathetic, but professional. His style is unrushed, and he gives your case the full attention it deserves. Matt was always clear about the legal constraints of the situation, laying out the options and helping to decide the best path forward. I can say I have the utmost confidence in his ability to represent me.

Martin
September 14, 2017

I worked with Matt Fogelman on a separation agreement with my employer including a severance agreement and release of claims. Matt is excellent at sifting through the legal issues and providing good advice. Through the process, he was focussed, highly responsive and a pleasure to work with. I received excellent legal advice and through his efforts, the issues were resolve and settled amicably. I strongly recommend Matt for employment law issues.

Eric
April 11, 2017

Fogelman's law practice has excellent service and does its best to ensure that its clients are represented with the highest quality of integrity and respect.

Steve
April 8, 2017

I was lucky enough to have found Fogelman and Fogelman when I found myself in need of an experienced legal council. I do not think there are words strong enough to show my appreciation to Mathew and Danielle. This is a class act, professional lawfirm. My experience was exceptional. This was an extremely stressful time for me and my family. They made us feel calm and confident. Their outstanding credentials are just the beginning. They are caring and real. No pretention here. My case was resolved and settled. Being in the service industry I am always stunned at the lack of personal touch and hospitality, my team at Fogelman set the bar really high. I cannot say enough about Danielle and the way she handled things. It was a true pleasure to watch her work and see how smart and real she is and her attention to detail and knowledge of the law was inspiring. The only thing I regret is that now that my case was settled I will not be interacting with them on a regular basis.

Chris
April 5, 2017

When I felt like I had nowhere to turn and no one to listen to me, Attorney Fogelman listened and acted quickly to protect me BEFORE I could be wrongfully terminated. I highly recommend that if you are experiencing discrimination in the workplace that you contact Attorney Fogelman sooner that later.

Dana
March 30, 2017

Matt Fogelman is smart, confident and always very professional. I can't say enough about his patience, competence and skillfulness as an attorney. He is a terrific listener and an excellent advisor. I have a lot of respect for Fogelman & Fogelman and would not hesitate to recommend Matt to others without hesitation.

Kate
March 30, 2017

I have been incredibly impressed by the level of service I have received working with the legal team at Fogelman & Fogelman. They are incredibly knowledgeable and responsive and have guided me throughout the process effortlessly, making what would otherwise be a challenging situation to navigate a total breeze. I highly recommend partnering with the team at Fogelman & Fogelman!

Phoenix
March 29, 2017

Really positive experience with Matt professionalism. Working on a Civil Rights issue that happened to me, I got a great advice that led me to the results I was searching for. Knowledgeable, clear approach and reasonable. I definitely recommend him.

anonymous
January 29, 2019

I hired Matthew to advise me on the changing MA state employment laws. He was highly knowledgeable and was very responsive to my specific questions. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
April 8, 2018

After an engaging discussion with Matt about the circumstances surrounding my breach of contract situation with a former employer, Matt agreed to help me attempt recovery of unpaid debts. I was pleased to feel like a partner in a collaborative effort to emphatically communicate our position and demonstrate unwavering determination to prevail. Our single letter ultimately compelled the company to fulfill their contractual obligations out of court. I can highly recommend Matt as a thoughtful, responsive, and creative attorney.

Robin
December 16, 2017

I am a little skittish about legal issues, but Matt put me so at ease. He was empathetic, but professional. His style is unrushed, and he gives your case the full attention it deserves. Matt was always clear about the legal constraints of the situation, laying out the options and helping to decide the best path forward. I can say I have the utmost confidence in his ability to represent me.

Martin
September 14, 2017

I worked with Matt Fogelman on a separation agreement with my employer including a severance agreement and release of claims. Matt is excellent at sifting through the legal issues and providing good advice. Through the process, he was focussed, highly responsive and a pleasure to work with. I received excellent legal advice and through his efforts, the issues were resolve and settled amicably. I strongly recommend Matt for employment law issues.

Eric
April 11, 2017

Fogelman's law practice has excellent service and does its best to ensure that its clients are represented with the highest quality of integrity and respect.

Steve
April 8, 2017

I was lucky enough to have found Fogelman and Fogelman when I found myself in need of an experienced legal council. I do not think there are words strong enough to show my appreciation to Mathew and Danielle. This is a class act, professional lawfirm. My experience was exceptional. This was an extremely stressful time for me and my family. They made us feel calm and confident. Their outstanding credentials are just the beginning. They are caring and real. No pretention here. My case was resolved and settled. Being in the service industry I am always stunned at the lack of personal touch and hospitality, my team at Fogelman set the bar really high. I cannot say enough about Danielle and the way she handled things. It was a true pleasure to watch her work and see how smart and real she is and her attention to detail and knowledge of the law was inspiring. The only thing I regret is that now that my case was settled I will not be interacting with them on a regular basis.

Chris
April 5, 2017

When I felt like I had nowhere to turn and no one to listen to me, Attorney Fogelman listened and acted quickly to protect me BEFORE I could be wrongfully terminated. I highly recommend that if you are experiencing discrimination in the workplace that you contact Attorney Fogelman sooner that later.

Dana
March 30, 2017

Matt Fogelman is smart, confident and always very professional. I can't say enough about his patience, competence and skillfulness as an attorney. He is a terrific listener and an excellent advisor. I have a lot of respect for Fogelman & Fogelman and would not hesitate to recommend Matt to others without hesitation.

Kate
March 30, 2017

I have been incredibly impressed by the level of service I have received working with the legal team at Fogelman & Fogelman. They are incredibly knowledgeable and responsive and have guided me throughout the process effortlessly, making what would otherwise be a challenging situation to navigate a total breeze. I highly recommend partnering with the team at Fogelman & Fogelman!

Phoenix
March 29, 2017

Really positive experience with Matt professionalism. Working on a Civil Rights issue that happened to me, I got a great advice that led me to the results I was searching for. Knowledgeable, clear approach and reasonable. I definitely recommend him.

anonymous
January 29, 2019

I hired Matthew to advise me on the changing MA state employment laws. He was highly knowledgeable and was very responsive to my specific questions. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
April 8, 2018

After an engaging discussion with Matt about the circumstances surrounding my breach of contract situation with a former employer, Matt agreed to help me attempt recovery of unpaid debts. I was pleased to feel like a partner in a collaborative effort to emphatically communicate our position and demonstrate unwavering determination to prevail. Our single letter ultimately compelled the company to fulfill their contractual obligations out of court. I can highly recommend Matt as a thoughtful, responsive, and creative attorney.

Robin
December 16, 2017

I am a little skittish about legal issues, but Matt put me so at ease. He was empathetic, but professional. His style is unrushed, and he gives your case the full attention it deserves. Matt was always clear about the legal constraints of the situation, laying out the options and helping to decide the best path forward. I can say I have the utmost confidence in his ability to represent me.

Martin
September 14, 2017

I worked with Matt Fogelman on a separation agreement with my employer including a severance agreement and release of claims. Matt is excellent at sifting through the legal issues and providing good advice. Through the process, he was focussed, highly responsive and a pleasure to work with. I received excellent legal advice and through his efforts, the issues were resolve and settled amicably. I strongly recommend Matt for employment law issues.

Eric
April 11, 2017

Fogelman's law practice has excellent service and does its best to ensure that its clients are represented with the highest quality of integrity and respect.

Steve
April 8, 2017

I was lucky enough to have found Fogelman and Fogelman when I found myself in need of an experienced legal council. I do not think there are words strong enough to show my appreciation to Mathew and Danielle. This is a class act, professional lawfirm. My experience was exceptional. This was an extremely stressful time for me and my family. They made us feel calm and confident. Their outstanding credentials are just the beginning. They are caring and real. No pretention here. My case was resolved and settled. Being in the service industry I am always stunned at the lack of personal touch and hospitality, my team at Fogelman set the bar really high. I cannot say enough about Danielle and the way she handled things. It was a true pleasure to watch her work and see how smart and real she is and her attention to detail and knowledge of the law was inspiring. The only thing I regret is that now that my case was settled I will not be interacting with them on a regular basis.

Chris
April 5, 2017

When I felt like I had nowhere to turn and no one to listen to me, Attorney Fogelman listened and acted quickly to protect me BEFORE I could be wrongfully terminated. I highly recommend that if you are experiencing discrimination in the workplace that you contact Attorney Fogelman sooner that later.

Dana
March 30, 2017

Matt Fogelman is smart, confident and always very professional. I can't say enough about his patience, competence and skillfulness as an attorney. He is a terrific listener and an excellent advisor. I have a lot of respect for Fogelman & Fogelman and would not hesitate to recommend Matt to others without hesitation.

Kate
March 30, 2017

I have been incredibly impressed by the level of service I have received working with the legal team at Fogelman & Fogelman. They are incredibly knowledgeable and responsive and have guided me throughout the process effortlessly, making what would otherwise be a challenging situation to navigate a total breeze. I highly recommend partnering with the team at Fogelman & Fogelman!

Phoenix
March 29, 2017

Really positive experience with Matt professionalism. Working on a Civil Rights issue that happened to me, I got a great advice that led me to the results I was searching for. Knowledgeable, clear approach and reasonable. I definitely recommend him.