Personal Injury Trial Lawyers
NYC Accident Lawyers
Who Don't Back Down.
37 Years. One Fight. Yours.
For injured New Yorkers who can't afford a second mistake.
No fee unless we win your case
- 37 Years Trial Experience
- $250M+ Recovered for Clients
- 80 ★ Five-Star Google Reviews
- Super Lawyers® New York Metro
- AV Rated Martindale-Hubbell
- $1M+ Club Multi-Million Dollar Advocates
Case Results
$250M+ Recovered for Injured New Yorkers
Real verdicts. Real families. Every dollar fought for in New York courtrooms.
Window washer fell from 47-story building roof due to defective scaffold
- Verdict $5M Pedestrian Accident Pedestrian struck by commercial van, traumatic brain injury
- Verdict $5M Electrical Injury Utility worker struck by live wire, traumatic brain injury
- Verdict $4.4M Labor Law Construction worker hit by wooden beam during demolition, fractured skull
- Settlement $4M Construction Accident Laborer struck by dislodged wooden beam
- Settlement $3M Medical Malpractice Hospital ER misdiagnosed traumatic brain injury as "black eye"
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
The Data Desk
Featured Data Reports
Belt Parkway Is New York City's Most Injurious Road
Belt Parkway injured 9,398 New Yorkers and killed 46 since 2014, the most of any NYC road. AEE Law traced the trend, cause, and worst hour from NYPD's data.
NYC Open Data, Motor Vehicle Collisions (NYPD). Computed by AEE Law. Read the data report →The Pedestrian Blind Spot
New York logged its safest year since 1910. We read the city's own crash record and counted what the headline leaves out: 9,134 pedestrians injured in 2025, 77 for every one killed, pedestrian deaths flat since 2014, and the harm the sidewalk itself does never counted.
AEE Law analysis of NYC Open Data: NYPD collisions, 311, and DOB NOW Read the data report →What We’re Watching in New York
Every figure links to its full data report.
Practice Areas
The Cases We Take to Trial
Car Accidents
The adjuster already decided what you're worth, and it's low. We make them prove that number to a jury, or pay what your case is really worth.
Learn moreConstruction Accidents
Scaffold falls, crane collapses, falling debris. Labor Law 240 puts the liability on the contractor, not you. We know how to use it. Most firms don't.
Learn moreTruck Accidents
The trucking company's lawyers are already building their defense. We've taken them on and won, and we move fast to lock down the evidence.
Learn more- Slip & Fall Property owners owe you a safe place to walk. When they cut corners and you pay for it, we make them answer for it.
- Workplace Injuries Workers' comp rarely covers what you actually lost. We find the third party that's also on the hook and pursue the full recovery, not the partial one.
- Medical Malpractice You trusted them with your life. When that trust failed, the hospital lawyers up fast. We go toe-to-toe with their defense teams and make them account for it.
- Civil Rights Police brutality, wrongful arrest, excessive force. We hold officers and departments accountable in federal court under Section 1983.
- Workers Compensation Denied claim. Lowball offer. The insurer is counting on you to give up. We fight them at every stage and keep your benefits coming.
- Wrongful Death When negligence takes someone you love, no number makes it right. We build the case that holds them accountable and recovers everything the law allows.
Why We're Different
Insurance Companies Know Which Firms Will Fold
Most personal injury firms never see a courtroom. They take your case, negotiate the minimum, and move on. Insurance adjusters know exactly who to lowball.
We Go to Court
We prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies know our reputation. That's why they offer fair settlements.
You Talk to Your Lawyer
Not a paralegal. Not a call center. Your attorney knows your name, your case, and your situation. That is how a law firm should work.
37 Years in New York Courts
We know the judges, the defense attorneys, and how to win in the five boroughs and Long Island. Learn about our firm.
Meet Your Lawyers
The Team New Yorkers Trust to Make It Right
Behind every one of our 80 five-star reviews is a family we stood beside on their hardest day. You work with the same attorneys start to finish, people who pick up the phone, tell you what comes next, and treat your case like it's their own.
What Our Clients Say
80 Five-Star Reviews. Zero Surprises.
"Hands down one of the best attorneys I've had the pleasure of working with. Right after my car accident, Mr. Antin personally had me scheduled to see the doctors and get my MRI ASAP."
"I was very pleased with Scott Epstein's professionalism, compassion, and excellent work. He took the time to explain my options and never pressured me. His whole team was amazing."
"Attorney Noreen Letta's litigation of my case was highly professional and satisfying both financially and in serving justice. I greatly appreciated her and recommend her to all."
"Jeffrey Antin was my attorney for a motor vehicle accident I was involved in. The attention I received from him and his staff was way beyond my expectations."
How It Works
Four Steps. One Goal. Your Recovery.
Call Us
Tell us what happened. An attorney reviews your case within 24 hours. No fee, no obligation, no runaround.
We Investigate
We deal with the insurance companies while you focus on recovery. Our team gathers evidence, documents everything, and builds your file.
We Prepare for Trial
Every case is prepared for court. That preparation is why insurance companies settle with our clients before we get there.
You Get Paid
You pay nothing unless we win. When we recover money, our fee comes out of that recovery. Not your pocket.
Latest Insights
Real NYC Crash and Injury Data, Published
NYPD collision records for 2014 through 2024 show July 3rd and July 5th combined average 166.8 people injured per day, 11.3% above every other day of the year.
The Days NYC Actually Worries About Aren't July 4th
New York's e-bike-involved crashes have injured 17,447 people and killed 133 since 2019, pedestrians and delivery riders alike.
17,447 Hurt: Inside NYC's E-Bike Crash Data
81% of the 31 OSHA-investigated NY construction deaths in 2024 were non-union, where workers have the least protection.
81% of NY Construction Deaths Were Non-Union
From Our Attorneys
Guidance From the Lawyers Who Handle Your Case
No-Fault Insurance in New York, Explained
New York no-fault insurance pays up to $50,000 per person for medical bills and lost earnings after a crash, no matter who caused it. You must file a written claim with the right insurer within 30 days. No-fault never pays for pain and suffering or car damage. Only a serious injury as defined by Insurance Law 5102(d) opens the door to a lawsuit.
InsuranceWhen the Other Driver Has No Insurance
New York requires drivers to carry only $25,000 per person in bodily injury coverage, and plenty carry nothing at all. Three backstops exist: mandatory uninsured motorist coverage on your own policy, optional SUM coverage that matches your own limits, and the state's MVAIC fund for people with no policy to claim under. Each one runs on its own strict deadlines.
Legal GuideHow Much Does Workers' Comp Pay in New York?
New York's workers' comp maximum rose to $1,281.50 a week on July 1, 2026. Benefits run two-thirds of your average weekly wage, and how long they last depends on how the Board classifies your disability, from a fixed run of weeks to lifetime payments. What comp never pays: a dollar for pain and suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have a valid personal injury case?
You may have a valid case if someone else's negligence caused your injury. This covers car accidents, slip and falls, workplace incidents, and medical errors. Three things have to be true: someone owed you a duty of care, they broke that duty, and breaking it directly caused your injuries and losses. A free consultation with us can tell you where you stand, with no obligation.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?
We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and you owe us no legal fee unless we win your case. Our fee comes out of your settlement or verdict as a percentage, so quality representation isn't limited by what you can afford today.
What should I do immediately after an accident?
Get medical attention first, even if you feel fine. Injuries don't always show up right away. Document everything you can: photos, witness names and numbers, and a police report if one applies. Report the incident to whoever needs to know, your employer, the property owner, the insurer. And don't give a recorded statement to any insurance company before you talk to a lawyer.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York?
In New York, you generally have 3 years from the date of the accident to file most personal injury lawsuits. Medical malpractice cases carry a shorter window, 2 years and 6 months. And if your claim is against the City of New York or another government entity, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days, well before the lawsuit itself. Don't wait for the deadline to close in. Evidence fades and witnesses get harder to find.
Will my case go to trial?
Most cases settle before trial, but we prepare every one as if it's going to court. Insurance companies keep score. They know which firms actually try cases and which ones always fold. Being willing to go to trial is exactly why insurers come back with better offers.
Talk to a Trial Lawyer
$250M+ recovered. 37 years of NYC trial work. Free case review, no fee unless we win.
Available 24/7. Prior results do not guarantee future outcomes.