New York Personal Injury Lawyers

If you’ve suffered injuries for which someone else may have been legally responsible, a personal injury lawyer in New York State may be able to help you bring a claim or lawsuit. These attorneys handle cases arising from car, truck, or motorcycle accidents, slip or trip and falls, defective products, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, dog bites, and many other incidents. Personal injury lawyers often seek to recover damages for medical costs, lost income, the costs of future treatment, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and other economic and non-economic damages.

You likely don’t need to worry about whether you can afford a lawyer. The typical New York personal injury attorney takes their cases for a contingency fee. They only get paid if they get compensation for you, taking a percentage of what they win as their fee.

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Stephen Bilkis
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Stephen Bilkis
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
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I'm an experienced New York City personal injury lawyer and I fight to help my clients get the compensation they deserve. My practice includes auto accidents, medical malpractice, products liability, and slip and falls. Read More »
Jeff D. DeFrancisco
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Jeff D. DeFrancisco
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
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East Syracuse, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 25 years of experience
Described by his clients as an attorney of the “highest quality”, Jeff DeFrancisco, Esq. has made a career achieving top results in his field of medical malpractice and personal injury. A few examples of his many... Read More »
Steven J. Seiden
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Steven J. Seiden
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
35 Years Of Compassionate Guidance, Commanding Advocacy & Optimal Results
Mr. Seiden is named repeatedly as a Top-Rated Attorney in numerous publications, is a selected member of the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, and holds Avvo's 10.0 Superb and Martindale-Hubbell's AV-Preeminent ratings. Read More »
Anthony Bottar
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Anthony Bottar
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
Syracuse, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 48 years of experience
Anthony Bottar is an experienced and accomplished Trial Attorney in Upstate New York. For more than 40 years, he has represented clients with legal needs including Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products... Read More »
Jeffrey B. Bloom
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Jeffrey B. Bloom
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
Dedicated and experienced personal injury lawyer committed to fighting for you!
I am dedicated to fiercely advocating for the rights and interests of those who have been harmed by the negligence of others! Visit my website to see case verdicts and settlements. Call for a free consultation. Read More »
Michael Bersani
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Michael Bersani
(315) 253-3293 17 E Genesee St
#401
Auburn, NY 13021
Free ConsultationAuburn, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Personal Injury, Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Syracuse University College of Law
Mike Bersani is an experienced and highly respected New York State trial lawyer concentrating his practice almost entirely on personal injury claims. He is a widely published author on personal injury law. He has published numerous articles on the subject, and wrote and published the book "Understanding Your New York Personal Injury Claim", which can be ordered on his website.

Mike Bersani graduated Magna Cum Laude (top 5% of his class) from Syracuse University College of Law in 1993. He went on to a two-year clerkship with an appellate court in Rochester, NY. Since then he has devoted...
Mark A. Siesel
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Mark A. Siesel
(914) 428-7386 44 Church St
#150
White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfWhite Plains, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 38 years of experience
Personal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Brooklyn Law School
My law firm, The Law Office of Mark A. Siesel, is an established firm with offices in White Plains and the Bronx. I have over over 30 years of experience specializing in personal injury and criminal law matters. Further, I will remain personally involved with your case from beginning to end. I zealously represent all of my clients, and, as a result of my advocacy, I have obtained many successful verdicts and settlements. I am dedicated to providing skillful and effective legal representation to my local community. I have been licensed to practice in both New York and New Jersey since...
Carmen 'Jack' Giordano
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Carmen "Jack" Giordano
(646) 217-0749 226 Malcolm X Blvd
New York, NY 10027
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 40 years of experience
Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Employment and Medical Malpractice
New York University School of Law and New York Law School
I am a licensed attorney in New York, including the Federal District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, the Federal Court District of Connecticut, and Vermont. I hold an L.L.M. in Constitutional Law and Jurisprudence from New York University School of Law. I have been honored with the Super Lawyers Award for twelve consecutive years from 2013 to 2025 and am recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Attorneys in New York State. In 2000, I founded Giordano Law Offices Personal Injury & Employment Lawyers, driven by a passion to assist a diverse clientele across various...
William Vance Ferro
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William Vance Ferro
(800) 355-1234 321 Broadway
Suite 400
New York, NY 10007
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 37 years of experience
Personal Injury, Criminal, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Brooklyn Law School
Dedicated to protecting the rights and interests of the injured. Visit our website to see testimonials and results. Or call for a free consultation. Personal Injury • Car Accidents • Work-Related Accidents • Slip & Fall • Truck Accidents • Experienced Litigation Attorney A founder Ferro, Kuba, Mangano and Liga De Justicia Abogados, Bill Ferro serves as the firm’s managing partner. His goal is making FKM and Liga the gold standard for New York law firms. Ferro began his career as a criminal defense attorney where he handled high profile criminal matters, civil rights, civil rights violations and cases involving police brutality. He...
Peter Wade Kolp
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Peter Wade Kolp
(917) 601-4589 170 ATLANTIC AVE 2ND FLR
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBrooklyn, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Personal Injury and Criminal
Brooklyn Law School
Former Prosecutor for New York State Attorney General Peter W. Kolp, P.C. has over 23 years of trial experience as a prosecutor, civil litigator and criminal defense attorney. He served as an Assistant Attorney General of New York State from 2007-2013 and prior to that he served as a Senior Assistant District Attorney in the esteemed Rackets Division of the Brooklyn District Attorney’s office from 2000-2007. As a prosecutor, he was lead counsel in over 25 felony trials involving white collar crime, insurance fraud, consumer fraud, arson, and enterprise corruption. As a litigator, he has over 50 civl...
Seni Popat
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Seni Popat
Queens Village, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 14 years of experience
(718) 340-3385 206-15 Hillside Avenue
Queens Village, NY 11427
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Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Seni Popat, the founder of the Law Office of Seni Popat, has more than decade of experience fighting for clients in the courtroom. A dedicated bankruptcy and personal injury lawyer in Queens, NY, he has appeared before numerous judges, settlements conferences, state and federal court hearings, arbitrations, and jurors. Seni is well known for his hands-on approach. He understands how serious the situation is for his clients, and deeply cares about how this case will affect their future. As a client, you can count on working closely with him through every stage of your case. Contact him for a free...
Rick  Nicotra
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Rick Nicotra
(866) 642-6872 487 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBuffalo, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 29 years of experience
Personal Injury
The University of Toledo College of Law
Find out what your case is really worth ! MOTORCYCLE Crashes, Car Crashes, Fall Downs, Dog Bites : A graduate of University of Toledo College of Law, class of 1995, Attorney Richard A. Nicotra concentrates his practice on all areas of personal injury, focusing on car accidents, dog bite incidents and slip and fall incidents. He is admitted in all New York State Courts, including the Western New York Bankruptcy Court and Federal Court. Attorney Nicotra has won multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements and is the current President of the New York State Trial Lawyers –...
Michael Kaplen
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Michael Kaplen
New York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 45 years of experience
(866) 272-4652 228 East 45th street
Suite 1100
New York, NY 10017
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Brooklyn Law School
Michael V. Kaplen is a Professorial Lecturer in Law at The George Washington University Law School where he teaches the only course in the nation devoted to traumatic brain injury law. Michael is a member of the New York State Traumatic Brain Injury Services Coordinating Council and chaired the council from 2007 to 2013 and from 2019 to 2021. He is president of the American Academy of Brain Injury Attorneys. He is board certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and is board certified by the American Board of Professional Liability attorneys in...
Daniel A. Johnston
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Daniel A. Johnston
Garden City, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 10 years of experience
(516) 280-3008 100 Quentin Roosevelt Blvd
#208
Garden City, NY 11530
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
The George Washington University Law School
Dan Johnston is an innovative and aggressive attorney with proven success on both sides of personal injury, insurance defense, breach of contract, fraud, complex commercial, and trade secrets litigation. These results have included representing seriously injured plaintiffs, pursuing novel applications of RICO and fraud statutes, representing insurance companies in high-exposure claims, pursuing and defending defamation claims, and more. Dan also has developed a highly sought-after practice as one of the leading cannabis attorneys in the State of New York for both litigation needs and business consulting. Dan has been featured as an expert on New York Cannabis Law in a variety...
Alexander Karasik
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Alexander Karasik
(718) 502-9112 1810 VOORHIES AVE STE 9
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBROOKLYN, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home
Moscow State University, Moscow Russia (MGU) and Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
I am a trial lawyer with over 16 years of litigation experience. I am driven by a fierce desire to surpass our client's highest of expectations. In my years of practice, I have been complemented on having exceptional litigation skills by adversaries, clients, and Judges. I am very proud of achieving phenomenal results in cases involving medical malpractice, personal injury, construction accidents and car accidents. I strive to practice law with integrity, compassion and the highest degree of professionalism.
Ben B. Rubinowitz
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Ben B. Rubinowitz
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
Free Consultation! Skilled and Dedicated Personal Injury Attorney! Call Now!
I am devoted to vigorously protecting the rights and interests of those who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Visit my website to see client testimonials and case results. Call for a free consultation. Read More »
Edward Leone
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Edward Leone
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
Syracuse, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 41 years of experience
Mr. Leone is Senior Counsel at Bottar Law. He has over 30 years of experience advocating for clients with Personal Injury disputes. His practice areas include Automobile Accidents, Premises Liability and Medical... Read More »
Vel Belushin
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Vel Belushin
New York, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(718) 787-4470 1712 Kings Highway
Suite 2
New York, NY 11229
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Asbestos, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Brooklyn Law School
Vel Belushin has in-depth knowledge of the law in New York State on personal injury cases and combined with his zeal and commitment to his clients, this thorough knowledge of the law has resulted in significant rewards for Belushinâs clients over the years. Belushin is an outstanding NYC Personal Injury lawyer who is renowned for his tenacity and target driven approach in representing his clients. He has aggressively fought and won some of the biggest personal injury verdicts in New York for his clients; dealing with medical boards, insurance companies, construction companies, and employers. If you have a personal injury...
Troy G. Rosasco
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Troy G. Rosasco
(212) 697-3701 250 Broadway
Suite 600
New York, NY 10017
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 35 years of experience
Personal Injury, Asbestos, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
St. John's University School of Law
Troy G. Rosasco is one of the leading 9/11 attorneys in the nation. He has been representing the 9/11 community from the beginning - soon after that tragic day. In October 2001, Troy was asked to represent the family of a victim who died when the buildings came down. He was able to obtain the family significant compensation and burial benefits. As he did with all his 9/11 cases at the time, he waived his legal fee. For over the last 21 years, he has represented 9/11 victims and their families and has the experience necessary to obtain maximum compensation...
David Storobin
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David Storobin
New York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 21 years of experience
(646) 350-0601 291 Broadway, 17 floor
New York, NY 10007
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Medical Malpractice
Rutgers School of Law-Newark and Rutgers Univ. School Of Law -
David Storobin is a former New York State Senator who is now the managing attorney at The Storobin Law Firm. ?He has been listed on the Thomson Reuters "Super Lawyers" list for the last 4 years. Sen. Storobin has been interviewed and profiled by much of the major media including the New York Times, New York Post and the Daily News.
Stephen Bilkis
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Stephen Bilkis
(800) 696-9529 100 Park Ave
16th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Personal Injury, Family, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Touro Law School
Stephen Bilkis graduated from Touro Law School in 1997. Soon after he passed the bar exam of New York and established the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates. In over 20 years of practice, Mr. Bilkis has successfully represented scores of clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Long Island, and Staten Island in matters related to personal injury, probate law, criminal law, and family law.

Mr. Bilkis strongly believes that each client is unique and each case is different. His solutions are never “one size fits all.” He prides himself...
Michael H. Joseph
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Michael H. Joseph
(914) 354-3809 203 E Post Rd
White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationWhite Plains, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Personal Injury, Construction and Maritime
Tulane University School of Law
Michael H. Joseph is an injury attorney serving New York City, NY, Manhattan, and White Plains. He is also a Partner at the Law Office of Michael H. Joseph, PLLC. He has devoted his career to representing people who were hurt in accidents at construction sites and other locations.

With more than a decade of experience representing clients, Mr. Joseph is an effective advocate in the courtroom, on appeal, at arbitrations, during mediations, and in administrative hearings. Since he understands how stressful and complicated life after an unexpected accident can be, Mr. Joseph vigorously advocates on behalf of injured individuals to...
Jason Alexander Richman
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Jason Alexander Richman
River Edge, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(877) 448-7350 65 East Rt. 4
River Edge, NY 07661
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Syracuse University College of Law and University of Miami School of Law
Jason A. Richman , Esq., Construction worker injury; medical malpractice; car accidents; wrongful death; other serious personal injuries. Since 1997.
Carissa Kranz
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Carissa Kranz
New York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 13 years of experience
(866) 529-1114 555 Madison Ave
5th Floor
New York, NY 10022
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University of California - Berkeley
Carissa is a former professional ballet dancer-turned lawyer who is licensed to practice law in New York, Washington D.C., and Florida. Aside from anchoring on the Law & Crime Network as a show host with Dan Abrams, you may have seen her on Nancy Grace, Dr. Drew, Fox News, CBS, CNN/HLN, NBC, Sirius radio and other major news media outlets as the Legal Expert.

Before founding her own INJURY law firm in order to be a caregiver for her ballet teacher-mentor, Carissa worked as a Prosecutor where she tried close to 100 cases, a litigation attorney at Greenberg Traurig, a law...
Adam H. Rosenblum
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Adam H. Rosenblum
(866) 369-8065 40 Wall St Suite 3602
New York, NY 10005
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Personal Injury
Albany Law School and Ner Israel Rabbinical College
The attorneys at Rosenblum Law have more than 50 years of combined experience handling personal injury cases in both NJ & NY and have office locations in both states.

Experienced and skilled personal injury attorneys, the Firm has a reputation for aggressive representation for victims of personal injury including those injured in car accidents, medical malpractice, construction accidents, and those injured by faulty products and medicines.

Regardless of how simple or complicated the case, the Firm has helped thousands of clients get excellent results. The attorneys at the Firm pride themselves on giving an honest evaluation of the case,...
Jeffrey B. Novak
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Jeffrey B. Novak
Amherst, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 15 years of experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N. Forest Road
Amherst, NY 14068
Personal Injury, Business and Estate Planning
The George Washington University Law School
Jeffrey B. Novak is an attorney practicing in Tiveron Law’s Litigation Department with a focus on Business & Corporate Law. Mr. Novak graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Buffalo with a major in Political Science and History. He received his legal education from the George Washington University Law School while interning for the Army Environmental Law Division. Mr. Novak also served as a summer Law Clerk for the United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of New York and as a Judicial Intern for the United States District Court for the Western District of New York. Mr. Novak has...
Christopher J. O'BRIEN
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Christopher J. O'BRIEN
Buffalo, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 36 years of experience
(716) 222-2222 4549 Main St
Suite 201
Buffalo, NY 14226
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Washington and Lee University School of Law
Over a span of more than three decades, Chris O'Brien has emerged as a distinguished advocate, unwaveringly dedicated to championing the cause of personal injury victims in Western New York. As a founding partner of O'Brien & Ford, PC, Chris, alongside John Ford, has etched their mark by effectively settling or trying more than 25 million- or multi-million dollar cases, garnering widespread acclaim for their relentless commitment to justice. Chris is not merely a seasoned Buffalo personal injury lawyer but a nationally recognized figure and educator, generously imparting his trial skills across the United States and Canada. His significant impact is...
David Kalabanka
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David Kalabanka
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
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Auburn, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 40 years of experience
David is life-long resident of upstate NY. David graduated Magna Cum Laude from Syracuse University School of Management and then earned his law degree from the Syracuse Law. Prior to joining Michaels Bersani... Read More »
Howard Scott Hershenhorn
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Howard Scott Hershenhorn
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
Free Consultation! Successful Personal Injury Lawyer! Exceptional Results!
I approach personal injury cases with unique insight and knowledge. I am dedicated to fighting for victims and their families! Visit my website to see outstanding settlements and verdicts. Call for a free consultation. Read More »
Jeff D. DeFrancisco
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Jeff D. DeFrancisco
(833) 200-2000 6739 Myers Rd
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfEast Syracuse, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 25 years of experience
Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice
Syracuse University College of Law
Described by his clients as an attorney of the “highest quality”, Jeff DeFrancisco, Esq. has made a career achieving top results in his field of medical malpractice and personal injury. A few examples of his many great achievements include: PARALYSIS: $10,000,000 jury verdict following a 3-week trial against 3 defense lawyers for a case where an individual became paralyzed due to medical malpractice. BRAIN INJURY: $17,500,000 in payments: $3,000,000 cash; $12,000,000 expected payout between a lump sum payment and lifetime monthly payments to an individual who sustained a brain injury; and $2,500,000 in guaranteed lifetime payments to the child of the...
Mr. Adam Michael Gee
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Mr. Adam Michael Gee
Elmira, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(607) 733-8866 303 William St
Elmira, NY 14901
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Syracuse University College of Law
I am a Personal Injury and Malpractice Attorney practicing all over New York and Pennsylvania.

I started my career as a felony prosecutor with the Chemung County DA's Office, prosecuting the most serious crimes in Chemung County. From there, I became head of the legal department for the Chemung County Department of Social Services, where I supervised an office of seven attorney and was responsible for prosecuting all child abuse, child neglect, juvenile delinquent and PINS cases occurring in Chemung County

In 2004, I joined the Ziff Law Firm, where I handle all types of personal injury cases.

Throughout my...
Paul Michael Pochepan
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Paul Michael Pochepan
(716) 636-7600 2410 N. Forest Road
Amherst, NY 14068
Amherst, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 36 years of experience
Personal Injury, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Social Security Disability
Syracuse University College of Law
With nearly three decades of experience practicing Bankruptcy law and Social Security law in Buffalo, Paul Pochepan is able to help consumers facing financial hardships and disabled individuals and their dependents. He has helped many Western New York consumers navigate the bankruptcy system under chapter 7 or chapter 13. He also helps Buffalo-area residents apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or appeal Social Security Administration decisions denying, reducing or revoking benefits. He has accumulated a wealth of knowledge regarding the multiple medical impairments afflicting disability claimants and dealing with the medical profession to secure the...
William W. Pulos
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William W. Pulos
Hornell, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 43 years of experience
(888) 324-7379 70 Main Street
P.O. Box 337
Hornell, NY 14843
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Insurance Claims and Workers' Comp
Albany Law School
Mr. Pulos enjoys a very successful, diverse professional career. A trial lawyer by training, Mr. Pulos returned to his hometown of Alfred, New York following his graduation from Albany Law School and opened a general law practice by hanging out his shingle on Main Street. He is the only person born and raised in Alfred to have graduated from law school and returned to open a law practice in Alfred. From there, Mr. Pulos has developed a reputation as a lawyer for people that have been wronged by others in the workplace or by vehicular accidents or...
Ryan C. Johnsen
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Ryan C. Johnsen
(716) 636-7600 2410 N. Forest Road
Amherst, NY 14068
Free ConsultationAmherst, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 10 years of experience
Personal Injury, Employment, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
Mr. Johnsen is an attorney at Tiveron Law primarily focusing in the firm’s Litigation Department. While attending SUNY Buffalo Law School, Mr. Johnsen was part of the University’s Consumer Financial Advocacy Clinic and was the recipient of the CALI Excellence for the Future Awards for his work with the program. While in law school, he was a clerk at New Era Cap Co., Inc. Following law school, Mr. Johnsen has gained exposure to several areas of his litigation practice, including special education claims against school districts, employment discrimination claims, general business disputes and work in Erie County Surrogate's Court on...
Scott Michael Duquin
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Scott Michael Duquin
Amherst, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 22 years of experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N. Forest Road
Amherst, NY 14068
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
Scott Michael Duquin focuses his practice on Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Civil Litigation. Prior to joining us, Scott spent the first 11 years of his career doing insurance defense. He holds an AVVO Super rating, Martindale Distinguished, and has been named a Super Lawyer in Personal Injury every year since 2013.

Scott has extensive trial and appellate experience representing individuals to multi-national corporations in automobile liability, medical malpractice, products liability, toxic tort and catastrophic personal injury matters. Scott has successfully represented several small business owners in various litigated commercial matters.

In 2016, in a highly publicized case Scott was able to...
Rebecca C. Cronauer
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Rebecca C. Cronauer
Amherst, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 11 years of experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N. Forest Road
Amherst, NY 14068
Personal Injury, Business, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Ohio Northern University
Ms. Cronauer is an attorney working with the firm’s Litigation department. She has experience in the full range of client representation including Supreme Court and Appellate oral arguments, complex motion and appellate brief production and representation of clients in mediations, arbitrations and trials.

Ms. Cronauer attended Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania where she graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of science in political science and a minor in economics. At Saint Vincent College, she played varsity tennis and was a George Washington Fellow. Following her undergraduate education, she attended Ohio Northern University College of Law from which she graduated...
MIchael Benz
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MIchael Benz
Amherst, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 13 years of experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N. Forest Road
Amherst, NY 14068
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Medical Malpractice
Drexel University School of Law
Michael T. Benz is an associate attorney in the firm’s litigation department; handling personal injury, medical malpractice, and criminal defense cases. His motto and practice is to prepare every case as though it will be a jury trial; and he is confident that his trial preparation is the key to getting the best result for his clients.

Mr. Benz brings vast trial experience with him to HoganWillig, having tried hundreds of cases as an Assistant Defender at the nationally recognized Defender Association of Philadelphia, before starting his own private criminal defense practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As a native “Buffalonian” he...
Marie Napoli
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Marie Napoli
New York, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 33 years of experience
(844) 230-7676 360 Lexington Ave
11th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Employment and Medical Malpractice
St. John's University School of Law, New York University School of Law and Lewis & Clark Law School
Marie has been an attorney for over thirty years and has experience handling complex cases, including employment discrimination, civil rights, mass tort matters, personal injury, medical malpractice litigation, and pharmaceutical litigation. Marie earned her J.D. from St. John’s University Law School, her L.L.M. degree from NYU School of Law as well as an Environmental Law L.L.M. from Lewis and Clark Law School. She has worked for the New York Appellate Division, 2nd Department and has taught CLE courses on Tort and Civil Procedure at St. John’s University School of Law. As a founding partner, Marie plays an integral role in achieving...
Robert Aronov
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Robert Aronov
98-14 Queens Boulevard
Rego Park, NY 11374
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfRego Park, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 24 years of experience
Personal Injury, Divorce, Family and Real Estate
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
At Robert Aronov & Associates, our commitment is to deliver exceptional legal services and guidance tailored to the unique needs of our clients. With a collective legal experience of over 60 years, we focus on addressing challenging divorce and family law matters. Led by attorney Robert Aronov, our team is well-versed and experienced in all aspects of family-related legal issues, real estate law and consumer credit law. Our primary focus is always on our clients, ensuring the protection of their best interests. When you choose our team, you can anticipate a legal group with extensive courtroom and litigation experience. We handle...
Peter Ronai
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Peter Ronai
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
Free Consultation! Aggressive and Dedicated Representation for Personal Injury!
I provide the highest quality legal representation for those injured due to the negligence of others. I will fight for your rights and interests! Visit my website for verdicts and settlements, and a free consultation. Read More »
Michael Bersani
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Michael Bersani
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving New York
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Auburn, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Mike Bersani is an experienced and highly respected New York State trial lawyer concentrating his practice almost entirely on personal injury claims. He is a widely published author on personal injury law. He has... Read More »
Hunter Jay Shkolnik
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Hunter Jay Shkolnik
New York, NY Personal Injury Lawyer with 40 years of experience
(844) 230-7676 360 Lexington Ave
11th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Environmental, Medical Malpractice and Products Liability
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Hunter J. Shkolnik concentrates his area of practice to the trial of significant personal injury cases primarily in the area of drug, automobile, heavy truck and aviation related product liability actions.
He leads the discovery and trial teams of various mass tort pharmaceutical and medical device litigations for the firm. He is also active in managing national litigation and plaintiff litigation groups including the American Association of Justice’s Actos Litigation Group.
He is currently serving as a chairman, leader or court appointed representative on Plaintiff Steering Committees in various drug and other mass torts. Additionally Mr. Shkolnik has also held officer positions...
Michael Rose
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Michael Rose
New York, NY Personal Injury Attorney with 28 years of experience
(212) 779-0057 112 Madison Ave
10th Floor
New York, NY 10016
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Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit in New York

Before you get started on the legal process, it’s helpful to have a general sense of what to expect. Here’s an overview of personal injury lawsuits and some rules affecting them.


Proving Liability for Injuries in New York

When you bring a lawsuit for compensation, you often need to prove that the other party was “negligent.” In most everyday situations, this means they didn’t act as carefully as a reasonable person would have. For instance, a reasonable person wouldn’t run a red light because it’s dangerous. If a driver runs a red light and causes an accident, an injured person could claim that the driver was negligent.

If someone gets injured by an employee while they were performing their job duties, the victim might have a claim against the employer too. This is known as “vicarious liability,” meaning the employer can be held responsible even if they didn’t do anything wrong.

Sometimes there are different ways to prove fault, like “strict liability,” which applies in specific situations. With strict liability, you don't need to show that the other party was careless. You instead need to prove that you were injured due to a condition or event for which New York law imposes strict liability. For instance, if you’re hurt by a defective product, you can often file a strict liability claim without needing to prove negligence.

Another way to seek compensation for injuries caused by a defective product is through a “breach of warranty” claim. This means that the product didn’t live up to certain promises that were made or implied about it, and you got injured as a result.

One unique category of personal injury cases is known as “intentional torts.” These involve situations where the defendant intended to harm the victim, such as in cases of assault and battery. Victims can often get compensation even if the defendant isn't convicted of a related crime. This is because proving liability in a civil case is generally easier than securing a criminal conviction.


The New York Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

If you’re injured and considering a lawsuit, it's important to know that you have a limited time to file. This deadline is called the statute of limitations. Meeting this deadline is crucial because if you miss it, the defendant can usually get the case dismissed, regardless of their fault. In New York, the main statute of limitations for personal injury cases is three years. However, there are some variations. For instance, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases is two and a half years.

Even if you have time under the statute of limitations, it's a good idea to start your case as soon as possible. Acting quickly helps preserve important evidence that can prove liability and damages. Also, it signals to the defendant or their insurer that you’re serious about your case.


New York Laws Affecting Personal Injury Claims

Some other rules to keep in mind when bringing a personal injury lawsuit include:

  • Comparative negligence: you can still get damages even if you were partly responsible for causing your own injuries, but these will be reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault
  • No damages caps: unlike some states, New York doesn’t limit the amount of damages that you can get for your injuries
  • No-fault rules for car accidents: due to the no-fault system in New York, you usually can get non-economic damages like pain and suffering after a crash only if you suffered a “serious injury” as the law defines this term
  • Suing the government: the deadline for bringing these cases is shorter than the ordinary statute of limitations, and an injured person usually needs to file a “notice of claim” within 90 days

These aren’t the only nuances that might play a role in your case. You should talk to an attorney as soon as possible so that they can spot any potential concerns or obstacles.


Settlement Considerations in New York Personal Injury Cases

Most personal injury lawsuits don’t actually go to trial. Instead, it's much more common for the parties to reach a settlement out of court. This can happen early on or much later in the legal process.

A settlement means the defendant or their insurer agrees to pay a certain amount of money to the injured person. In return, the injured person agrees to drop their claims related to the injury. This can be beneficial for both sides because it avoids the uncertainty of a trial. Even if you believe you have a strong case, there's no guarantee how a judge or jury will view it. Also, settling is usually quicker, allowing the injured person to receive compensation sooner, which can be crucial if they need the money urgently.

Even if you’re feeling financial pressure, it’s important not to rush into accepting the first offer from a defendant or insurer. They might try to settle the case for much less than it's worth to save money. Engaging in several rounds of negotiations can often lead to a more appropriate settlement that truly reflects the harm you've suffered. This is especially crucial if you have serious injuries that may need future treatment or affect your ability to work and enjoy activities. Keep in mind that once you agree to a settlement and release your claims, you likely can't go back and ask for more compensation.


How a New York Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help

It's usually a good idea to hire an attorney to guide you through the legal process. The other side will almost certainly have attorneys working for them, so having your own attorney helps level the playing field. Additionally, it can relieve you of the stress while you deal with the physical and emotional impact of your injuries. Building a strong case isn't as simple as it may seem. An experienced attorney can develop a strategy to maximize your compensation and gather various types of evidence to support your claim. Depending on the situation, these might include:

  • Photos or videos showing what happened
  • Testimony from any eyewitnesses of the accident
  • Medical records of your injuries
  • Testimony from doctors and other experts about the scope of your injuries, potential treatments, and how any lasting impairments may affect aspects of your life moving forward, such as your ability to work or enjoy certain activities
  • Bills and pay stubs showing the medical costs and lost income that you incurred
  • Statements from people who know you and can explain how your life has changed because of the accident

You can also benefit from your attorney's advice on how much your case is worth. Having handled similar cases before, they can give you a good idea of what to expect. This insight can help you decide whether to accept a settlement offer or proceed to trial. If your case does go to trial, your attorney will be familiar with court rules and procedures, making them more comfortable presenting your case before a judge or jury.


How to Find a New York Personal Injury Lawyer

Choosing the right personal injury lawyer in New York can feel overwhelming, given the many options available. Each attorney has their own unique personality and background. Sometimes you might get a referral from someone you know who has previously hired an attorney. However, many people find their attorney online through resources like the Justia Lawyer Directory. This can help you compare different lawyers and find the best fit for your needs.

A key factor to consider is the lawyer's relevant experience. Many attorneys specialize in specific areas of personal injury law. It's important to choose a lawyer who has handled cases similar to yours. For example, if you’re filing a medical malpractice claim, you wouldn't want to hire an attorney who almost always deals with car accident cases. Similarly, if you’re suing a grocery store for a slip and fall, it wouldn’t make sense to work with someone who mostly focuses on defective product lawsuits. Make sure your attorney has the right experience to effectively handle your specific type of case.

You can learn about an attorney's areas of focus by exploring their website. This will also give you a chance to see the successes they've achieved for previous clients. You’ll probably want to check out client reviews and any peer reviews by other attorneys as well.

The New York State Bar Association has specific rules of professional conduct that all attorneys must follow. It’s important to ensure that your attorney doesn’t have a history of constantly breaking these rules. However, keep in mind that a minor violation from many years ago might not be a deal-breaker.

It's a good idea to create a shortlist of personal injury lawyers and schedule a consultation with each of them. During these conversations, you can outline the basics of your case and ask some general questions. Pay attention to how comfortable you feel talking to the attorney and whether you have confidence in their ability to represent you effectively.


Types of Personal Injury Cases in New York

Careless or intentional acts can cause injuries in many settings. Here are some of the most common examples:

  • Motor vehicle collisions, including car, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents
  • Slip and falls, trip and falls, and other accidents on property
  • Defective products
  • Medical malpractice
  • Nursing home negligence and abuse
  • Construction accidents
  • Dog bites

If you get injured on the job, you can likely receive workers’ compensation benefits through your employer or their insurer. These benefits can cover your medical expenses and a portion of your missed wages. However, workers’ compensation does not provide non-economic damages like pain and suffering, and you can't sue your employer for these damages. If a third party (someone other than your employer or a coworker) at least partly caused your injuries, you might be able to file a lawsuit against them. This can allow you to recover pain and suffering and other damages that aren’t available through the workers’ comp system.


Statistics on Personal Injury Damages in New York

A recent study on jury verdicts in personal injury cases in New York revealed that the median damages award was $287,628. In other words, half the cases resulted in lower awards than that number, and half the cases resulted in greater awards. This is far higher than the national median for personal injury damages. It’s thought that this may be partly because of the no-fault system for car accident cases. This keeps many relatively low-value claims out of court entirely because no-fault insurance covers them.

Here are some notable personal injury settlements and verdicts recently issued in New York:

  • $287 million for a fatal motorcycle accident caused by a defective software system
  • $120 million for a delayed diagnosis that resulted in permanent brain damage
  • $32 million for a hotel guest who was injured when a bathroom door fell on her after the hotel failed to repair its broken handle
  • $3 million in a birth injury lawsuit that alleged a failure to conduct a timely emergency C-section in response to signs of fetal distress
  • $2.4 million for a passenger in a stopped vehicle that was rear-ended by a bus

Note that you shouldn’t expect to get the same amount as a verdict or settlement in a particular case. The outcome of each claim or lawsuit depends on the specific facts.


New York Car Accident Statistics

The Institute for Traffic Safety Management & Research provides a summary of car crashes throughout New York State in its Traffic Safety Statistical Repository. Data for 2023 show that there were 381,306 total car crashes in New York State, including 1,022 fatal crashes and 113,576 crashes resulting in injuries. Car accidents resulted in 1,104 deaths and 12,794 serious injuries, as well as 20,322 moderate injuries and 118,040 minor injuries. (Several thousand additional injuries were unknown severity.)

The data also single out certain types of crashes. For example, there were:

  • 5,704 crashes involving motorcycles, of which 188 were fatal and 4,470 caused injuries
  • 4,651 crashes involving pedestrians, of which 307 were fatal and 14,098 caused injuries
  • 8,268 crashes involving bicycles, of which 52 were fatal and 7,781 caused injuries
  • 16,801 crashes involving large trucks, of which 86 were fatal and 4,461 caused injuries

The TSSR also provides reports on crash data by region, county, and municipality.


Deadliest Roads in New York State

A study of fatal accidents throughout New York State identified certain stretches of road as particularly deadly. Here are the top 10 roads on the list:

  • Third Avenue from Seventh Street to 52nd Street in Brooklyn
  • Atlantic Avenue from Rochester Avenue to 85th Street in Brooklyn and Queens
  • County Route 93 from Richmond Boulevard to 13th Street in Islip and Bohemia
  • Lake Avenue from Denise Road to Phelps Avenue in Rochester
  • State Route 27 from Albany Avenue to Harvard Road in Babylon
  • Bruckner Boulevard from Balcom Avenue to Jackson Avenue in the Bronx
  • Woodhaven Boulevard from 91st Avenue to Dry Harbor Road in Middle Village and Queens
  • Northern Boulevard from 70th Street to Main Street in Queens
  • Flatbush Avenue from Avenue V to Midwood Street in Brooklyn
  • South Conduit Avenue from Sutter Avenue to Rockaway Boulevard in Middle Village and Queens

It’s not surprising that most of these roads are in the New York City region, which tends to have higher volumes of traffic than other parts of the state.


New York Personal Injury Resources

If you've been injured in a car accident, obtaining a copy of the police report can be crucial for your insurance claim or lawsuit. For accidents investigated by the New York State Police, you can request the report through the New York DMV by submitting Form MV-198C. However, if the accident happened on the New York State Thruway or certain related highways, you'll need to fill out Form TA-W4310 and send it to the New York State Thruway Authority. If a different police department handled the investigation, it's best to contact that department directly to find out their specific process for obtaining the report.

If you feel that a doctor has given you inadequate care, you can file a complaint with the Division of Professional Medical Conduct at the New York State Department of Health. This agency can also provide information about any complaints previously filed against doctors. Should you encounter substandard services at a hospital or clinic in New York State, you can report your concerns by calling the Hospital Complaints Hotline at 800-804-5447.

For issues related to nursing homes, the Division of Nursing Home and ICF/IID Surveillance within the Department of Health is responsible for investigating complaints and incidents that may involve state or federal regulatory violations. You can submit a complaint about a nursing home online or by calling the Nursing Home Complaint Hotline at 888-201-4563.

If you have been injured as a result of a crime, the New York State Office of Victim Services offers a range of resources to help you. Additionally, there may be local programs available in your city or county. For example, the Crime Victim Assistance Program provided by the New York City Police Department offers support to those affected by crime.

If you’ve been injured at work, the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board is a valuable resource. For example, they offer an "Injured Worker’s Toolkit," which explains how the workers' compensation system works and guides you through the process of filing a claim.


FAQs
  1. What should I do after an accident?

    If you are involved in an accident, it's important to gather as much evidence as possible. Take photos of the accident scene and collect contact information from any witnesses. Even if you don't feel severe pain, it's wise to see a doctor, since some injuries may not be immediately apparent and could worsen over time if untreated. Keep thorough records of all medical treatments and any related expenses, including bills and receipts. It's also crucial to obtain copies of any official reports related to the accident, such as a police report for a car crash or an incident report from your employer if it was a workplace accident. Lastly, consider consulting an attorney to discuss your legal options.

  2. How long will my case take?

    It's hard to predict exactly how long it will take to resolve a case. While some cases may be wrapped up in a few months, others could take years to conclude. It's generally advisable not to rush into a settlement that might not fully compensate you, since once you agree to a settlement, you typically can't ask for more money later. Taking the time to ensure you receive a fair settlement is usually in your best interest.

  3. What is a serious injury in a New York car accident case?

    New York law lists certain types of injuries that are considered serious injuries, such as death, a broken bone, significant disfigurement, the permanent loss of use of a body organ, member, function, or system, or a significant limitation of use of a body function or system. In addition, an injury or impairment is considered a serious injury if it prevents the victim from performing their usual daily activities for at least 90 days during the 180 days after the accident. You generally can get pain and suffering damages for a car crash only if you suffered a serious injury.

  4. What is a class action?

    A class action is a type of lawsuit brought by many injured people (or other plaintiffs) who have suffered the same type of harm caused by the same defendant. For example, it may be an efficient way to handle a situation when a single defective product has injured numerous consumers. A judge will need to approve any settlement in a class action before it takes effect.

  5. What are some ways in which a product can be defective?

    Defects in products can happen in several ways. Sometimes a defect occurs during the manufacturing process, which usually means that it affected only one item or a specific batch of items. In other instances, the defect is in the design itself, affecting all items in that particular product line. There can also be marketing defects, when a product lacks proper warnings or instructions about potential risks associated with its use.

New York Personal Injury Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services

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