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Yehoshua Gelbstein
also known as Shua Gelbstein
About Yehoshua
Biography
Yehoshua (Shua) Gelbstein is a New York personal injury attorney and founder of Gelbstein & Associates, where he dedicates his practice exclusively to representing victims of serious accidents and catastrophic injuries throughout New York.
Gelbstein & Associates continues a family tradition in the legal profession spanning decades. Mr. Gelbstein’s father, a former judge and longtime attorney whose legal career began in 1973, helped establish a foundation centered on advocacy, integrity, and personal attention to clients. That tradition continues today through a modern plaintiff-focused practice dedicated exclusively to helping injury victims and their families.
Mr. Gelbstein focuses on helping individuals and families whose lives have been changed by car accidents, commercial truck crashes, construction accidents, pedestrian accidents, rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft, premises liability claims, catastrophic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death matters, and other serious injury cases throughout New York.
After an accident, many injured individuals find themselves overwhelmed by pain, medical treatment, lost income, insurance paperwork, and uncertainty about the future. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize claims and pressure injury victims into accepting less than they deserve. Gelbstein & Associates works to level the playing field by helping accident victims pursue the compensation available under New York law.
The firm handles serious injury matters involving commercial vehicles, tractor trailers, construction site accidents, delivery vehicles, and major corporate fleets, including Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and other transportation-related incidents. The firm also represents victims suffering injuries requiring surgery, rehabilitation, long-term treatment, and ongoing medical care.
Clients throughout Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Nassau County, Rockland County, and communities throughout New York seek out Gelbstein & Associates because of the firm’s hands-on approach and commitment to personal attention. Every client and every case matters.
Gelbstein & Associates is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Consultations are free, and there is never a legal fee unless compensation is recovered.
Multilingual support is available for clients who speak Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish, Ukrainian, Albanian, and additional languages.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
51 years
Car Accident
20%
51 years
Trucking Accident
10%
51 years
Brain Injury
5%
51 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Gelbstein & Associates, PLLC
2607 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11210-3840
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Posted by Nicole Adler | July 30, 2025
Highly recommended.
I was in a rideshare accident in Queens. Berel handled my No-Fault paperwork while Mr. Gelbstein uncovered a hidden umbrella policy. They resolved it for $1 million. Communication was excellent, and I always felt informed.
Yehoshua Gelbstein
Replied last August 05, 2025Nicole, thank you for sharing your experience with The Gelbstein & Associates Team. We are proud to have represented you in your Queens rideshare accident case and to have helped secure a $1 million resolution. Cases involving rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft can be complex, especially when insurance carriers initially appear to have limited coverage. In your case, Berel made sure your No-Fault paperwork was handled quickly so your medical care and lost wages were covered without delay, while Mr. Gelbstein conducted a detailed policy review and uncovered a hidden umbrella policy that significantly increased your recovery. Rideshare accident cases in New York City often require an understanding of both state accident laws and the unique insurance structures these companies maintain. Many injured passengers don’t realize that additional layers of coverage may exist — policies that rideshare companies or their drivers carry beyond the standard limits. Uncovering those policies can make a major difference, especially when injuries are serious and long-term medical care is needed. We know how stressful it can be to navigate the aftermath of an accident, particularly when dealing with multiple insurance carriers. Our mission is to remove that burden from our clients so they can focus on recovery. That means handling all aspects of the claim — from No-Fault filings to identifying every possible source of coverage — while keeping our clients informed at each step. For anyone reading this who has been hurt in a rideshare accident in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, or anywhere in New York, know that you may have more rights than you realize. Whether as a passenger, pedestrian, or another driver, it is important to work with a personal injury law firm experienced in identifying hidden insurance coverage and maximizing recovery. Nicole, we truly appreciate your trust and the kind words about our communication. We believe that keeping our clients informed is just as important as delivering results, and we’re grateful to have helped you achieve both. We wish you the very best moving forward. — The Gelbstein & Associates Team
Posted by Nahid hasan Nasrul | July 29, 2025
Amazing
Slipped in a Sullivan County grocery store (12754) while on vacation. Didn’t think anyone would take the case. Berel and Mr. Gelbstein handled it remotely. The settlement paid for everything.
Yehoshua Gelbstein
Replied last August 05, 2025Nahid, thank you for sharing your experience with The Gelbstein & Associates Team. We’re so glad we could assist you after your slip and fall accident in a Sullivan County grocery store while you were on vacation. It’s not unusual for people in your situation to think no attorney will take their case — especially when the incident happens far from home — but our team is committed to helping injury victims anywhere in New York State. With Berel managing the logistics and Mr. Gelbstein leading the legal strategy, we were able to handle your case remotely from start to finish and secure a settlement that paid for everything you needed. Slip and fall cases — also known as premises liability claims — can be complex, particularly when they involve large grocery chains or stores in rural counties. These businesses often have aggressive insurance carriers that deny responsibility, hoping the injured person will give up. In your case, our ability to act quickly meant preserving critical evidence such as security footage, incident reports, and witness statements, all while you remained comfortably at home. In New York, property owners and businesses have a legal duty to keep their premises safe. That includes promptly cleaning spills, ensuring aisles are free from tripping hazards, and maintaining adequate lighting. When they fail to do so and someone is injured, the law allows the victim to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Even when an accident occurs in an unfamiliar location — whether Sullivan County (12754), the Catskills region, or anywhere else in upstate New York — our Brooklyn-based personal injury law firm has the resources and network to investigate and pursue justice. We have successfully handled slip and fall cases throughout New York City (Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island) and across the state, including Orange, Ulster, Rockland, and Sullivan Counties. Whether it’s a supermarket slip on a wet floor, a fall on icy steps outside a business, or a trip caused by unsafe store conditions, our team knows how to build a strong claim and push back against corporate defense tactics. Nahid, we truly appreciate your trust in us. Your case is a perfect example of how location should never stop someone from seeking justice. On behalf of The Gelbstein & Associates Team, we’re proud to have been part of your recovery, and we wish you continued health and success moving forward. — The Gelbstein & Associates Team
Posted by David | May 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Mr. Gelbstein was extremely knowledgeable and I was very happy with the results.
Posted by Chaya | July 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
Needed a lawyer, a friend recommended Gelbstein & Associates. They really took care of everything. So impressed.
Posted by Lea | November 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Successful experience
Had a very positive experience. Not only is Mr. Gelbstein knowledgeable and experienced but really cares for his clients and really went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and answered all our questions
Yehoshua Gelbstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Mr. Gelbstein professionally for 20 years. He is dedicated to his clients and getting them the best possible result. I have also worked jointly with him on certain matters and recognize his talents first-hand. I highly recommend him."
"Yehoshua Gelbstein is a spectacular traffic and speeding ticket lawyer. Due to his overwhelming knowledge, intelligence, and experience, Shua Gelbstein is my #1 recommendation for clients requiring Speeding and Traffic Ticket Advice. I highly recommend Yehoshua Gelbstein as an attorney. Please call my office at 212-920-5224 for additional information."
"Shua Gelbstein, Esq. is one of the finest attorneys in the industry. If you're looking for a smooth and easy transaction, you have found the right attorney. He will make a difficult deal easy. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
Education
1999
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Armenian
Russian
Hebrew
Spanish
Yiddish
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