At the time of his tragic death, DJ AM was suing several companies involved in the horrific 2008 plane crash that left him badly burned. Two months after the DJ, who was born Adam Goldstein, died from an overdose of drugs, his estate has added a charge of wrongful death to the suit, claiming “the crash ultimately caused Adam Goldstein’s death.”

TMZ reports the estate is suing Clay Lacy Aviation, the travel service, Goodyear Tire, Learjet and the estates of the two pilots killed in the crash. Goldstein had kicked his drug habit a decade ago, but painful burns from the crash caused him to take prescription meds, which led him back into addiction. DJ AM also developed a fear of flying that required anti-anxiety drugs to allow him to fly for business.

The toxicology report for Adam Goldstein, aka DJ AM, has been released and showed that the 36-year-old died from an accidental overdose. The AP reports drugs found in his system included cocaine, OxyContin, Hydrocodone or Vicodin, anti-anxiety drugs Xanax and Ativan, Klonopin, Benadryl, and Levamisole.

When the DJ’s body was found in his SoHo apartment on August 28, a crack pipe and numerous prescription bottles were discovered on the premises. Goldstein had overcome childhood obesity and drug addiction, and had a decade of sobriety under his belt before being badly burned in a 2008 plane crash.

Did the pain and anti-anxiety meds he was given after the accident push DJ AM back into drug abuse? His friends will be left to wonder, but at least they have the small comfort that his tragic death was an accident rather than suicide.

DJ AM, born Adam Goldstein, was laid to rest Wednesday at Hillside Mortuary in Culver City. A memorial for Goldstein will take place Thursday evening at the historic Hollywood Palladium, where the DJ played many events. Close friend Travis Barker shoveled dirt on the grave as Goldstein’s mother Andrea Gross looked on.

Travis Barker and Hayley Wood, former girlfriend DJ AM (Adam Goldstein) consoled each other at Goldstein’s funeral service at the Hillside Cemetary in Culver City, CA.

DJ AM’s private funeral service at the Hillside Cemetary in Culver City, CA, was attended by a small group of close friends and family including Travis Barker, former fiancée Nicole Richie and Joel and Benji Madden. Some pallbearers dressed in Nikes, T-shirts and baseball caps in tribute to their fallen friend.

DJ AM, who survived drug addiction and a horrific 2008 plane crash, was found dead in his NYC apartment today.

TMZ reports the DJ’s friends became disturbed when they didn’t hear from him for a few days, and called the police, who found the body. Sources claim drug paraphernalia was found in the apartment. DJ AM, born Adam Goldstein, was 36 years old.

I’m sure we’ll be hearing more about this tragic case in coming days, as details come out about the cause of death and what happened in Goldstein’s final days.

DJ AM has cheated death and conquered his own drug demons. Now he’s ready to help others get their lives together.

The Hollywood Reporter says DJ, aka Adam Goldstein, will be joining MTV’s upcoming intervention-style reality show called “Gone Too Far.” The series will feature tough-love interventions for young people dealing with substance abuse. DJ AM, who has been sober for about ten years, will be present as an addiction specialist attempts to aid the abusers.

This could be interesting if DJ AM honestly tries to use his own experiences to relate to the people who have problems. 

And after what he’s been through, who can blame him? TMZ reports that the DJ is suing the company that booked the ill-fated jet on which he was a passenger last fall. He and Travis Barker survived the fiery crash which killed four others. Both were badly burned.

DJ Am wants $10 mil in damages for “medical bills, lost earnings and profits and other economic damages,” plus another $10 mil for” mental and physical pain and suffering” and other “non-economic losses.”

He’ll probably settle for less eventually, but both he and Barker lived through something so horrifying that most of us can’t even imagine what they felt. They certainly deserve some compensation.

I can’t think of anyone who’s had a rougher year than DJ AM and Travis Barker, who are still recovering from injuries sustained in a private plane crash that killed four others. But the boys are back,  deejaying together for the first time since the crash, tonight at L.A.’s historic Wiltern Theater. At $150, this should be one of the hottest tickets in town tonight.

Former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and DJ AM, also known as TRSVJDAM, will perform together for the first time since both were injured in a plane crash in September. The pair are scheduled to headline the New Year’s Nation New Year’s Eve party the Lot in West Hollywood and their set will be streamed live over the Internet and to to other New Year’s Nation parties in 10 U.S. cities. Barker released this statement:

“I’m ready to get back on stage with AM and continue to rock the house,” Barker said in a statement. “I’m very excited to bring in the New Year in my hometown of L.A.”

Both guys certainly deserve a great 2009 after all they’ve been through this year.

Only a few weeks after being badly burned in a tragic plane crash, DJ AM is back in the swing of things—in more ways than one. Tonight, he’s scheduled to return to his regular gig at Vegas nightspot Pure but last night, he was seen chowing down on ribs at Houston’s in Century City, accompanied by an unidentified brunette. After dinner, the couple hit the mall for some retail therapy. Over the weekend, the DJ was seen with old flame Mandy Moore at a luncheon in Beverly Hills. Glad he’s got some lovely ladies to help him forget what he’s been through.

Less than a month after the fiery small-plane crash that took four lives and seriously burned DJ AM and former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, the DJ was back on the job Wednesday night. DJ AM (aka Adam Goldstein) appeared with Jay-Z at the concert celebrating the reopening of Hollywood’s historic Palladium. While showing scars from skin grafts on his neck and arm, he didn’t miss a beat as he rapped along with Jay-Z. DJ AM will resume his regular gig in Vegas at Caesar’s Palace Pure nightclub starting Tuesday. His speedy recovery is even more remarkable given that doctors at the Still Burn Center in Augusta, GA, found a blood clot in his leg that could have proved fatal if not treated. In his first interview since the crash, Goldstein told People magazine that the clot was likely due to his frantic schedule of flying to clubs all over the country. Will he slow down in the future? Probably not but he stated to People that he has “a great deal of faith that everything happens for a reason.”

Minnie Driver posted an intimate photo of her with son Henry on her MySpace page. This is the first photo of baby Henry we’ve seen. Minnie has refused to spill the beans on who the father is but dropped the hint that he is English and sort of in the business.

Now this crispy little mess is what’s left of Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein’s vintage Rolex watch. Adam posted this picture to his Facebook page. An incredible souveneir to a horrifying event in his life. The fact that he posted is hopefully a good sign that he’s coping mentally with the tragedy.

People.com is reporting that Travis Barker has been released from a Georgia burn center. Barker and Adam “DJ AM’ Goldstein were the only survivors of a fiery plane crash which claimed the lives of four people nine days ago. Goldstein was released last week and both are expected to make full recoveries. At this rate, I wouldn’t be surprised if both Goldstein and Barker are back on the road before the end of the year!

People.com is reporting that Adam ‘DJ AM’ Goldstein has been released from a Georgia Hospital, where he’s been recovering from burns he suffered in a firey plance crash that left 4 passengers dead. Adam, along with Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker with the only two to survive the crash, with both suffering severe burns.

Adam’s rep gave this statement, “While he is deeply saddened by the events, he is thankful for all of the love and support he has been receiving from fans and friends worldwide. We ask that you continue to respect his privacy as he rests and heals and mourns the loss of his friends.”

Travis Barker is expected to be released in about two weeks.

UPDATE: Reports have been coming in all weekend from the hospital where Travis Barker and DJ AM are recuperating after surviving a plane crash in South Carolina. DJ AM is reported to have received second and third degree burns over 12% of his body, mainly on his arm and head. AM’s ex girlfriend Mandy Moore has flown in to be at his side while he recovers. Travis also received second and third degree burns over his torso. Doctors expect them to both make full recoveries. The cause of the accident is said to be a blown tire.

Travis Barker and DJ AM, real name Adam Goldstein, are both in stable but critical condition after a plane crash in South Carolina. Two passengers and two crew members were killed in the crash. One of the victims was Travis Barker’s 29 year old assistant Chris Baker who also appeared on the reality show, Meet The Barkers. DJ AM, who was formerly engaged to Nicole Richie, reportedly has suffered burns to his face and body and was airlifted to a local burn center. Barker was reportedly burned from his waist down but was transported by ambulance from the scene. Both recently performed DJ duties at MTV’s Video Music Award show earlier this month. There have been reports that both DJ AM and Travis lept from the burning plane immediately after the plane crashed into an embankment.

Our hearts are heavy. Our condolences to all who have lost. We’ll try to keep you posted with any news as it breaks.