Legally reviewed by Adam J. Stein, Esq., founder of The Stein Law Group, admitted to the New York State Bar and a graduate of Seton Hall University School of Law. The firm has represented injured New Yorkers since 2000.
Personal injury accidents happen every day across Brooklyn, on busy roads, construction sites, and sidewalks throughout the borough. Many people who are hurt never pursue the compensation they are owed simply because they do not know their rights. New York law entitles injury victims to recover damages from the party responsible for their harm, and the NYC personal injury lawyers at The Stein Law Group are here to help make that happen.
The Brooklyn personal injury lawyers at The Stein Law Group are here to help you recover the compensation you are entitled to by law. We handle cases on a contingency basis, meaning you pay no fees unless we win. From the first call, we investigate the incident, gather evidence, deal with the insurance carriers, and, when a fair settlement cannot be reached, present your case in court.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Brooklyn
Personal injury law covers a wide range of incidents. Many people are unaware their situation qualifies for a claim. Motor vehicle crashes and slip and falls are among the most common, but Brooklyn personal injury cases take many forms. These are the types of accidents our attorneys handle:
We represent clients in cases involving the following.
- Brooklyn motor vehicle accident lawyer claims arising from collisions across the borough’s busiest corridors
- Brooklyn medical malpractice lawyer claims, including surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and medication mistakes
- Brooklyn car accident lawyer claims, including car crashes, truck collisions, rideshare wrecks, and pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Brooklyn slip and fall lawyer claims caused by hazardous conditions on public or private property
- Brooklyn construction accident lawyer claims involving scaffold collapses, falls, and equipment failures
- Brooklyn workers compensation lawyer claims for people hurt on the job
- Brooklyn wrongful death lawyer claims when negligence results in a fatal outcome
New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule under CPLR 1411, so you can still recover compensation even if you were partly at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of responsibility, but partial fault does not disqualify your claim. For example, if you are found 20 percent responsible and your damages total $100,000, you recover $80,000.
File your claim within 3 years, because New York’s statute of limitations bars most personal injury filings after that point. Medical malpractice claims carry a shorter window of 30 months, and claims against a city agency such as the MTA require a Notice of Claim within 90 days. New York is also a no-fault auto insurance state, so after a car accident your own carrier covers initial medical expenses through Personal Injury Protection. If your injuries meet the serious injury threshold under Insurance Law 5102(d), you may step outside the no-fault system and file directly against the at-fault driver. According to the New York State Department of Health, nearly 8,000 New Yorkers die from injuries each year and more than 155,000 are hospitalized annually. Brooklyn personal injury cases are filed in Kings County Supreme Court.
Common Injuries in Brooklyn Personal Injury Cases
The severity of your injury directly shapes the value of your claim and the complexity of your recovery. Brooklyn personal injury cases regularly involve the following types of injuries, each carrying significant legal and financial consequences:
- Traumatic brain injuries, ranging from concussion to permanent cognitive impairment requiring lifelong care
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis, including partial or complete loss of function with lasting impact on mobility and earning capacity
- Fractures, severe burns, and amputations that require multiple surgeries, extended rehabilitation, and adaptive equipment
- Internal injuries and organ damage, which are often invisible immediately after an accident but serious and costly
- PTSD and psychological injuries, which are fully compensable under New York law alongside economic damages
- Soft tissue injuries including whiplash, muscle tears, and disc herniations
- Wrongful death, when a family member is killed due to another party’s negligence
Whatever your injury, our attorneys identify every category of loss your case supports and pursue the maximum recovery available.
Injured in Brooklyn? Here Is What to Do Right Now
After an Injury in Brooklyn
Here Is What to Do Right Now
The steps you take immediately after an accident protect your health, preserve your evidence, and strengthen your claim.
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Seek medical attention right away
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Document the scene, photos, and witness info
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Do not speak to the other party’s insurer
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Call a Brooklyn personal injury lawyer promptly
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Compensation You May Be Entitled To
New York personal injury law allows you to recover two categories of damages. Economic damages cover actual financial losses such as medical bills, future treatment costs, lost wages, lost earning capacity, rehabilitation, in-home care, and adaptive equipment. Non-economic damages cover intangible losses such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium. In cases involving reckless or egregious conduct, punitive damages may also be available.
How The Stein Law Group Approaches Your Case
From the moment you retain us, we work to preserve evidence, obtain records, and build the strongest possible foundation for your case. Our attorneys handle all communication with insurance companies, negotiate aggressively for full compensation, and are prepared to take your case to trial in Kings County Supreme Court when a fair settlement cannot be reached.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brooklyn Personal Injury Claims
Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often from people who have been injured in Brooklyn.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York?
In New York, the general statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the date of the injury. However, there are important exceptions. Claims against a government entity, for example, require filing a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar you from recovering compensation, so it’s important to consult with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident.
What compensation can I recover in a Brooklyn personal injury case?
Victims of personal injury accidents in Brooklyn may be entitled to recover economic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and future care costs, as well as non-economic damages like pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. In some cases involving particularly reckless conduct, punitive damages may also be available. The total value of your claim depends on the severity of your injuries, how they affect your daily life, and the strength of the evidence supporting your case.
Do I need to prove the other party was 100 percent at fault to recover compensation?
No. New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning you can recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for the accident. However, your total damages award will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found 20% responsible for a car accident and your damages total $100,000, you would recover $80,000. An experienced attorney can help build the strongest possible case to minimize any fault attributed to you.
What should I do immediately after a personal injury accident in Brooklyn?
After any accident, your first priority should be getting medical attention, even if your injuries seem minor. Document the scene by taking photos, collecting contact information from witnesses, and preserving any physical evidence. Report the incident to the appropriate party, whether a property owner, employer, or the police, and request a copy of any report filed. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies without speaking to an attorney first. The steps you take immediately after an accident can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation.
Talk to The Stein Law Group About Your Brooklyn Case
If you or a family member suffered an injury in Brooklyn because of someone else’s negligence, you may have legal options worth pursuing. The sooner you act, the easier it is to preserve evidence and meet the filing deadlines that protect your claim. You can learn more about our firm and our approach to injury cases, and when you are ready, contact us today for a free case evaluation with no obligation.
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