Seal of “The National Trial Lawyers Top 100” featuring Lady Justice holding scales within a circular emblem.When something goes wrong, whether it’s a car accident, a slip and fall, or an injury caused by someone else’s carelessness, the decisions you make early on can have lasting consequences. Our firm has been helping New York City residents pursue civil claims for decades, and we understand how overwhelming the legal process can feel from the outside. This page gives you a clear picture of what we handle and how we can help.

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Legal Services We Handle

If you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may have the right to seek compensation for medical bills, lost income, and other losses. Our personal injury attorneys work with clients across New York City to evaluate what happened and identify every avenue for recovery. Under New York’s pure comparative fault rule, your compensation may be reduced by your share of fault, but you are not barred from recovering even if you were partially responsible.

Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents are among the most common causes of serious injury in New York City. Our attorneys handle car accident claims, truck accident cases, and motorcycle accident matters throughout the five boroughs. We help clients understand their rights under New York’s no-fault insurance system and, where applicable, pursue additional compensation through a third-party claim.

Premises Liability and Workplace Injuries

Property owners and employers carry legal responsibilities that, when ignored, can cause serious harm. We represent clients in slip and fall cases, construction accident claims, and workers’ compensation matters across New York. If you were hurt on someone else’s property or on a job site, our team can help you understand your options.

Serving Clients Across New York City

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Offices Throughout the Boroughs

We serve clients in every corner of New York City, with locations accessible to residents across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Having local offices matters because it means your attorney is familiar with the courts, procedures, and conditions specific to your community. We make it straightforward to meet with someone who knows your borough.

What to Expect When You Contact Us

Reaching out to our firm starts with a free consultation where we listen to what happened and give you an honest assessment of your situation. We handle most personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. From that first conversation through the resolution of your case, we keep you informed and involved.

Additional Practice Areas

Beyond motor vehicle and premises cases, our attorneys also handle wrongful death claims, medical malpractice cases, and dog bite matters. We also assist clients with pedestrian accident claims and bicycle accident cases throughout the city. Whatever brought you here, we encourage you to reach out and ask whether we can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our clients often come to us with similar questions after an injury or accident. The answers below address some of the most common concerns we hear.

In most personal injury cases, New York’s statute of limitations gives you three years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. Claims against a government entity carry a much shorter deadline and require a notice of claim within 90 days. Missing these deadlines can forfeit your right to pursue compensation entirely.
New York follows a pure comparative fault rule, which means your compensation is reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you. Unlike some states, New York does not bar you from recovering even if you were mostly at fault. Your award is simply adjusted based on your share of responsibility.
A contingency fee arrangement means our attorneys are paid a percentage of the compensation we recover for you, not an upfront hourly rate. If we do not recover anything, you owe no attorney fees. This structure allows people to pursue legitimate claims without needing to pay legal fees out of pocket.
Yes. Under New York’s pure comparative fault rule, partial fault does not eliminate your right to compensation. Your total recovery is reduced proportionally based on your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found 20 percent at fault, your compensation would be reduced by 20 percent.
In a personal injury case, recoverable damages may include medical expenses, lost wages, future treatment costs, and compensation for pain and suffering. The specific damages available depend on the facts of your case and the nature of your injuries. An attorney can review your situation and help you understand what you may be entitled to pursue.
Contacting an attorney as soon as possible after an accident helps preserve evidence and protect your legal rights. Witness memories fade, surveillance footage gets deleted, and physical evidence can disappear quickly. Early involvement by an attorney gives your case the strongest possible foundation.

Talk to Our Team Today

If you or someone you love has been injured in New York City, we are here to help you understand your rights and your options. Contact Jacoby and Meyers today to schedule a free consultation with our team.

Client Testimonials

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“We had the most amazing trial attorney at Jacoby and Meyers…. My sister was hit by a car in a parking lot and was really hurt. Sharon fought so hard in court for her. Sharon was really well liked by the people in the Court and did so much for my sister on her case…. It is a great firm and I highly recommend it to anyone with an injury case.”
Review by: Carolina V.

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