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NYC Personal Injury Lawyer

New York is a bustling city filled with many things to do and see. It is also a city filled with dangers. There are a lot of ways a person can get injured in NYC, and the attorneys at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP can help you to get the compensation you deserve for your damages.

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Personal Injury

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Medical Malpractice

Have you been involved in a medical malpractice situation?

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Nursing Home Negligence

Have you been involved in nursing home negligence?

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Slip & Fall

Have you been involved in a slip & fall accident?

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Products Liability

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Car Accidents

Have you been involved in a car accident?

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Wrongful Death

Have you been involved in a wrongful death situation?

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Construction Accidents

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Areas We Serve

Long Island

The sooner you contact our law firm for a free consultation, the sooner you will understand the importance of hiring a personal injury lawyer in Long Island in order to work towards the outcome that you deserve following your injuries.

Brooklyn

Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson injury lawyers in Brooklyn help you get the compensation you deserve for accidents due to negligence. We will happily answer your legal questions, help you to understand your rights, and offer a free consultation on your claim.

Queens

Accidents can happen to anyone anywhere. When you have suffered harm due to another’s negligence, misconduct, or recklessness, then you need a Queens personal injury lawyer with an exemplary reputation representing you.

About Our Law Firm

Our law firm was founded by Henry Isaacson in 1955 to assist professional sailors who were injured on the job. Today we focus on personal injury law, more specifically medical malpractice and nursing home negligence.

Both native New Yorkers, Jeremy and Martin Schiowitz bring decades of experience in personal injury to the table. They are experts at detecting when an insurance company is offering a client too little money for a personal injury claim. They are trained negotiators who can get you the money you need to move on with your life.

Jeremy Schiowitz is considered one of the best personal injury lawyers in the region. He has been practicing law since 2003 and is an experienced litigator and legal researcher.

He has argued in high-profile cases, including one against the New York City Transit Authority that changed the laws regarding train platform accidents.

Martin Schiowitz has been practicing law since 1973. He is a managing partner who focuses on trial preparation. He ranks in the top 5% of New York personal injury lawyers and has appeared as an injury law expert on television many times.

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Meet the New York Attorneys of Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP

For a free consultation with one of the attorneys below, please contact us. If you are unable to visit our firm, we will come to you.

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Why You Should Choose Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP

When you choose our law firm, you will always get a lot of personal attention. We will always argue aggressively to get you a better deal than what the insurance company offers.

We can represent you in a lawsuit in the unlikely case that you need to sue. We have a team of legal assistants and paralegals who will tirelessly research your claim so our NYC personal injury lawyers can make the very best arguments for you.

With many years of experience in litigation and a great track record, our attorneys will argue passionately for you.

Auto Insurance Law In NY

If you were injured by another person's negligence, it is only natural to want them to pay your medical bills. However, New York is a no-fault state when it comes to insurance. This means that your insurance policy will pay for your injuries even if another person was at fault.

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Our Practice Areas

Personal injury law consists of many different practice areas. There are several different types of accidents that our lawyers see often.

There is a lot of traffic congestion in New York. Only Chicago, Philadelphia, and Boston have more traffic on their streets than in New York. There are also bicyclists, people on scooters, and plenty of pedestrians walking around.

In 2022, there were 247 car accident deaths in the city. There were as many people killed by cars as there were by guns.

New York is a city where people rely on public transportation. Unfortunately, the city’s narrow streets can be difficult for large vehicles to navigate, so the city has plenty of bus accidents.

Our law firm is well-versed in handling cases against government entities.

Injuries from truck accidents are very severe, and thousands of people die in truck accidents in the U.S. every year. New York City has strict regulations for the operation of semi trucks within the city boundaries. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration also has strict regulations on truck drivers.

Although New York is a no-fault state, there are circumstances in which an injured person may be able to sue a trucking company for a traffic accident injury or death. Professional truck drivers are held to higher standards than ordinary drivers.

Injuries from motorcycle accidents tend to be more severe than injuries from other types of accidents. That is because a motorcycle does not offer the same level of protection as other types of vehicles.

Insurance companies don’t always pay what they should for motorcycle injuries. They will argue that the rider was taking a risk simply by operating a motorcycle. We have years of experience representing motorcyclists, so we can get them the compensation they need.

Common Injuries After a Car Accident

  • Whiplash

    Whiplash is a neck injury that occurs when the head is knocked back and forth when a car crashes into another. It typically happens during a rear-end accident.

  • Head Injuries

    It is not at all uncommon for a person to get hit in the head after they have been in an accident. A person's head may hit the window, the door, or even an airbag on impact. Head injuries can range from a mild concussion to a diffuse axonal injury that results in a coma.

  • Back Injuries

    Back injuries can happen due to rear-end and head-on collisions. If your spine is injured during a car accident, you could lose the use of your limbs.

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What to Do After a Car Accident Injury in NYC

Getting into an accident can be extremely upsetting. You are likely to be in shock right after you have had a crash. However, certain things are very important to do at the scene.

Legally, you must contact the police and wait for them to arrive if you have been in a collision that causes injuries.

NYC personal injury attorneys will tell you that you should never tell a police officer that you think you are responsible for an accident. There are probably circumstances of which you are unaware. It is the job of both police and insurance adjusters to investigate the circumstances of any accident.

If you can move safely, you should take pictures of the accident scene. Be sure to get pictures of both cars, including the inside of the other driver's car. If you suspect the other driver was inebriated when they hit you, there may be evidence of that in the car as well.

Get the names and telephone numbers of anyone who may have witnessed the accident. Ask businesses in the area if they have security cameras. You should also ask the police officer at the scene if any city cameras may have captured what happened.

Slip and Fall Accidents

People often slip and fall in New York. In many cases, it is because of irresponsible business owners. If a business owner is negligent and causes an accident, they should pay for your injuries.

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents

If you go to a retail store in New York, you will often find that it is quite crowded. It isn't uncommon for businesses to get so busy that they do not properly mark off areas that have been recently mopped. They may not clean up after themselves when they put products on shelves. If you injure yourself, the owner of the store may be liable.

Homeowners also have a duty of care when you visit their homes. They must keep their property free of clutter that could injure someone.

If you have been injured at someone’s home, the owner should call an ambulance if you need one. They should also provide you with their homeowner's insurance information.

If you are injured at a business, you should speak to the manager, and they should make an accident report. They should also give you their insurance information.

Injuries After a Slip and Fall Accident

Any kind of injury is possible after a slip and fall. However, the following are among the most common:

  • Broken Wrists
  • Hip Fractures
  • Head Injuries

When the City Is Responsible for a Slip and Fall Accident

In some cases, a person may slip and fall on a city sidewalk. The municipality in which that street is located is responsible for the safety of the street. Filing an insurance claim against a municipality tends to be a bit more difficult than filing a claim against an individual or business. For example, you will only have 90 days to file a claim against the city of New York. There is also more paperwork involved.

Our law firm has handled many insurance claims and lawsuits against municipalities and will make sure that your paperwork is filed on time. We will also negotiate to get you the highest possible compensation.

Construction Accidents

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs. It is also one of the most necessary because construction is responsible for our infrastructure, and there are over 753,000 construction companies in the United States.

Sometimes people who are passing by or visiting a construction site will be injured in a construction accident. In other cases, workers will be injured on the job.

You may think that workers' compensation insurance would always cover a construction worker who is injured on the job, but this is not always the case. In some cases, a construction worker is considered an independent contractor.

You might need a law firm to help you figure out exactly who is responsible for your injuries. Our legal team will find the company responsible, assist you with filing an insurance claim, and negotiate on your behalf.

Common Construction Accidents

A good NYC personal injury lawyer knows that construction workers risk their lives every time they go to work. The following accidents are common on construction sites:

  • Hoisting Equipment Accidents
  • Construction workers use hoisting equipment like cranes whenever they move materials from one location on the site to another. If an operator is not properly trained, if the equipment is in poor working order, or if they simply make an error, they can injure someone.
  • Falls From Heights
  • Construction workers do their jobs on tall scaffoldings every day. If they are not properly secured, they can easily have a serious accident.
  • Caught-in-Between Accidents
  • Caught-in-between accidents happen when a person is caught between two pieces of equipment or between a piece of equipment and a wall.

Worker’s Compensation Personal Injury Cases

Worker’s compensation was created to keep workers from having to sue their employers for personal injuries. When you are injured at work, you are supposed to report your injuries to your human resources department.

Worker's compensation should pay for all of your medical bills. In cases of severe injury, you should be financially compensated. You may even be owed money for disability.

If you are denied worker’s compensation benefits for injuries suffered at work, an NYC personal injury lawyer can represent you in an appeal hearing with the Worker’s Compensation Board. The workers' compensation insurance may try to short-change you, so our personal injury law firm can represent you in this case as well.

Product Liability Cases

A corporation could cause a person injuries if a product that they design is faulty. In some situations, the design might be just fine, but the manufacturer might be negligent and produce faulty products. In still, other cases, a company may fail to warn people of potential injury.

Product liability cases are often class action lawsuits. A class action lawsuit permits one or more individuals to file a personal injury case on behalf of a group of people. Class action lawsuits can be very lucrative, but they require an enormous amount of research by NYC personal injury lawyers.

Wrongful Death

Losing a loved one to an accident is a traumatic experience. If someone in your family dies due to the negligence of an individual or a company, you can sue them for wrongful death. You are entitled to compensation for both emotional and monetary loss.

If you sue for wrongful death, you may ask for compensation for funeral expenses as well as loss of the household income that the decedent would have provided. You can also sue for non-monetary damages such as loss of companionship.

How to Document Your Personal Injury Case

Insurance companies will do what they can to keep their money in-house. Hence, it is very important to document your accident and all of its expenses in as detailed a manner as possible.

You should save a copy of every medical bill you get. Have your employer write you a letter stating the number of hours you have missed from work and the amount of money you have lost because of it. You should also document expenses for any kind of help you have needed around the house.

If your injuries are very severe, you may be entitled to money for non-economic damages. If you have been permanently disfigured or disabled in a car accident, you may be able to sue the at-fault driver even though New York is a no-fault state. You will need to provide evidence such as reports from a mental health professional or a journal detailing the way your life has changed since your accident.

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The Process of Filing a Personal Injury Claim in New York

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Most personal injury cases are settled by negotiations between a law firm and an insurance company. However, every once in a while, an injury law firm will have to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent individual or company.

We will always begin the process of the lawsuit by sending the insurance company a demand letter asking for the amount of money that you are entitled to. We will attempt to negotiate with them before filing a lawsuit. If a settlement is not reached, we will proceed.

There are several different steps to filing an injury lawsuit In the state of New York.

Taking a Personal Injury Case to Court

Most personal injury cases are settled by negotiations between a law firm and an insurance company. However, every once in a while, an injury law firm will have to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent individual or company.

We will always begin the process of the lawsuit by sending the insurance company a demand letter asking for the amount of money that you are entitled to. We will attempt to negotiate with them before filing a lawsuit. If a settlement is not reached, we will proceed.

There are several different steps to filing an injury lawsuit In the state of New York.

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The first thing we will do in an injury lawsuit is determine the appropriate New York City court in which to file the suit. This will depend on the amount of money for which we are asking and the jurisdiction in which the accident took place. If we are filing a suit against a business, the jurisdiction in which they do business will also be a factor.

We will file a complaint and summons on your behalf in court. The complaint details all of the reasons that you are suing. We will then have the insurance company served with the summons.

There will be a preliminary hearing in which a judge will meet with parties from both sides. A trial date will be set at this point.

Both legal teams will do research during this phase. They must share all of the information they discover with each other.

In this phase, we will interview witnesses on videotape. Our trained litigators know just what questions to ask witnesses to build your case. We also know how to ask challenging questions to the defendant's witnesses.

Before we go to court, we will participate in several settlement conferences with the defense attorneys. Sometimes a court will ask that both attorneys and clients meet with a mediator who will work with them to negotiate a deal.

In the unlikely event that we cannot get you a settlement by this point, we will represent you in a trial. We have an excellent track record in court.

Getting injured in an accident is a horrible experience. You deserve the financial compensation you need to move on with your life. Give us a call today.

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Client Testimonials

“After a cycling accident, I was referred to Isaacson, Schiowitz, & Korson. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Schiowitz the very next day. He walked me through the entire process and assured me he would handle everything ad I could just focus on getting better. I left that first meeting with no doubt in my mind that I was in good hands. And he delivered on his promise. He and his team handled everything from day one and is always one step ahead with updates and letting me know where the case stands. In each aspect of the case, he has gone above and beyond what I would have expected. I would highly recommend Mr. Schiowitz and the entire firm without reservation.”

Josh

“Recently, I have been involved in an extremely complicated and lengthy litigation in which I was represented by IS&K , LLP ( Issacson, Schiowitz and Korson, LLP ). My specific litigation was a Third Party Negligence Suit involving an "on the job" personal injury that entailed numerous complications in which great skill and professionalism were an absolute necessity in order to navigate the vast legalities involved. The case involved a Disability Pension, Social Security, Compensation, A Structured Settlement as well as a Lien from a Funding Company. Although retained strictly for a Third Party Negligence Suit IS&K skillfully navigated the obstacles set forth before them with an unequaled sense of determination, skill and duty that I was both impressed with and fortunate to have at my disposal. They demonstrated incredible knowledge and experience in all facets of law. I am both proud and confident to recommend this firm to anyone I encounter in need of their extraordinary services.”

John

“Jeremy Schoiwitz adds an element to working with an attorney that most would not expect, customer service! I’ve never had a problem reaching him via phone or email. He is very responsive when it comes to communication and keeping you in the loop of things when it comes to your case. No ear tickling here, I appreciate the time he takes explaining your case and the possible realistic outcomes.”

Saadi

“I was very pleased with the service. My mother and I were treated with kindness and respect. We dealt with mainly Jeremy, and he was very help as well as patient with my mother and I. I highly recommend this law firm.”

Rasheena

“I am very happy with the service I am receiving from Isaacson Schiowitz Korson. I am mainly in touch with Jeremy Schiowitz and feel like he is totally guiding me every step of the way. I was at a total loss after my car accident and he answered all my questions, gave me all the time I needed and was always concerned about my well being. More than that his vast knowledge and insight was apparent in every step of the way, which was not only informative but comforting too. I feel like I am in good hands and am being given sound advice since having him involved in my legal process. I would never have been able to do this without his constant guidance and care. I totally recommend Isaacson Schiowitz Korson as legal counsel.”

Irit

“I'm currently working on my second case with Jeremy Schiowitz. He's always been so helpful, giving me advice and guidance through every step of the way. He's also always available to talk about anything when I call. He's always concerned about how I am doing and very understanding of the pain and the challenges of everything I have been going through. I was clueless as to what to do, and he is very patient in explaining and educating me about how everything works. Even when he was away and I was having an issue, his staff was so helpful and took care of it for me. Highly recommend this office. I can't thank them enough for how much they've helped me in getting through my situation.”

Doreen

“Dealing with this Firm has been a pleasure. Everyone dealt with my questions and concerns with professionalism and courtesy. They worked hard to resolve my case, and I would be happy to recommend this firm to anyone seeking legal advice or counsel.”

Daniela

“Jeremy Schiowitz is a superb lawyer with tremendous experience and knows how to get the job done. Jeremy is very helpful and responsive as well. Great man of character and easy to get along with. I made the right choice by choosing Jeremy to represent my son in his case.”

Victor

“Isaacson Schiowitz and Korson did an amazing job for us. Great lawyers. Knowledgeable and diligent. They really worked hard for us. I very highly recommend this firm.”

Ari

“I have been very pleased with Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson. I highly recommend this firm!”

Noam

“Jeremy worked on my case and did very well for me. He is very personable. Whenever I spoke to him on the phone, he gave me the time of day and was happy to answer all my questions. I highly recommend him.”

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“I recently had a case with Jeremy Schiowitz of Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson. I switched from another firm which advertises all over the place and figured they were good, but it turned out that they were a nightmare to deal with. It was so refreshing to work with Jeremy and his firm. He always made me feel that I was in the best hands with him, and in the end, he got me a result which was higher than expected. I am so happy I made the switch to him.”

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“Jeremy did a great job on my case. He and the firm stayed on top of everything. He was very good at answering my questions. They were very much on point in regards to what would happen in the case based on their experience.”

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