Scaffold accidents are among the most dangerous construction site incidents in New York. Falls from scaffolds, collapsing platforms, and falling materials often result in catastrophic injuries that change workers’ lives forever. If you were injured in a scaffold accident, you may be entitled to compensation beyond workers’ compensation under New York law.

Intersection accidents are among the most dangerous motor vehicle crashes in New York. When drivers fail to yield, run red lights, or make unsafe turns, collisions often occur at high speeds and with limited time to react. These crashes frequently result in serious injuries and complex liability disputes.

Rear-end car accidents are among the most common types of motor vehicle crashes in New York. They often occur in stop-and-go traffic, at intersections, and during sudden slowdowns—leaving victims with little time to react. Although these accidents may seem minor at first, rear-end collisions frequently cause serious injuries and long-term complications.

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious motor vehicle accidents across New York State. When drivers take their eyes, hands, or attention off the road—even for a moment—the consequences can be devastating. Victims are often left facing severe injuries, financial strain, and uncertainty about how to hold the at-fault driver accountable. Our […]

NYC Trip and Fall Attorneys Handling Sidewalk Injury Claims Under §7-210 A sidewalk trip-and-fall can happen in seconds—but the injuries can affect you for months or longer. Broken wrists, ankle fractures, head injuries, and back pain are common after falls caused by cracked concrete, raised sidewalk slabs, tree-root uplift, or faulty repairs. At Berkowitz & […]

Construction injuries in NYC can involve multiple liable parties. Learn how you could maximize your compensation with a third-party personal injury lawsuit.

The NYC Department of Transportation tracks every bicycle crash and publishes annual reports showing where accidents occur and where they concentrate. The data reveals hotspots, such as specific intersections and corridors that consistently see bicycle crashes. Here are the highest-risk locations based on NYC crash data.

When you’re assaulted at a nightclub, you’re probably thinking that the perpetrator is responsible and, therefore, the party you should sue. Many victims don’t realize that the nightclub and other parties may also be responsible for their assault. Here’s a rundown of the potential liable parties in a NYC nightclub assault.

If you’ve been injured in a scaffold collapse, ladder fall, or similar accident on a New York construction site, you have powerful legal protections. New York’s Scaffold Law (Labor Law § 240) is one of the strongest worker protection laws.

Not every fall gives you grounds for a lawsuit. For example, you can’t sue just because you tripped due to wearing ill-fitting footwear. You must show that a hazard caused your fall, and a property owner failed in their legal duty to keep the premises reasonably safe. To win a trip or slip and fall case in NYC, you must prove negligence with four elements of a personal injury lawsuit.

Whether you’re navigating busy NYC streets or simply trying to get through your daily routine, emotional trauma can follow you everywhere. Understanding this emotional toll is key to recovery — and to ensuring your legal case reflects the full scope of your suffering.

When you entrust your loved one to a nursing home, you expect them to receive around-the-clock care from professionals. But not every nursing home fall is an unavoidable accident or bad luck. Some are caused by negligent supervision and care failures—and when that happens, families have legal options.

After an accident, you endure more than just mounting medical bills and lost wages. The physical pain, emotional trauma, and loss of quality of life can be devastating. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., we believe you deserve full compensation for these intangible losses.

This guide reveals the signs of nursing home neglect every family must watch for, your loved one’s nursing home resident rights under New York law, and what to do if you suspect negligence.

The Big Apple is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the US, boasting 1,550 miles of bike lanes. But even with this extensive bike lane network, riders still find themselves sharing roadways with cars and trucks. And that’s what makes them vulnerable. Without the steel frame that protects motor vehicle drivers, even minor collisions […]

The sudden loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is one of the most difficult experiences a family can endure. While no amount of money can ever replace the person you lost, a wrongful death claim can provide your family with the financial security needed to move forward.

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are one of the clearest and most painful indicators of nursing home neglect. These injuries are almost always preventable with proper care, and their presence is often a sign that a resident is not being moved, repositioned, or monitored correctly. Our New York nursing home bedsores lawyers at Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C. are here to help you hold negligent facilities accountable and seek justice for your loved one’s suffering.

The sudden loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is one of the most difficult experiences a family can endure. While no amount of money can ever replace the person you lost, a wrongful death claim can provide your family with the financial security needed to move forward.

A brain injury is one of the most serious and complex injuries a person can suffer. Unlike a broken bone, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have long-lasting, even permanent, effects on every aspect of a person’s life, from their physical abilities to their cognitive function and emotional well-being. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., our New York City brain injury attorneys are dedicated to helping victims and their families navigate the challenging legal and medical landscape after a TBI. We are here to fight for the compensation you need to cover a lifetime of care.

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When families first consider whether to sue a nursing home for neglect, they may be looking to simply recover the cost of medical treatments and expenses. But nursing home neglect can cause damages far beyond bills. An attorney can calculate the full worth of your claim. When you sue a nursing home, you could be entitled to various types of compensation:

The moment you’re injured in NY, you’re at the mercy of insurance companies who hold most of the cards. That friendly insurance adjuster may give you the impression that they have your best interests at heart, but insurance companies are often only interested in their bottom line.

Even with health insurance, the gap between coverage and actual costs can negatively impact your financial future. In this article, you’ll learn what a personal injury really costs in one of America’s most expensive cities and how you can protect yourself from paying for someone else’s negligence.

NYC’s injury claims aren’t as straightforward as they seem and can turn into a battlefield where insurance adjusters try to minimize your recovery with manipulative tactics. The difference between accepting what you’re initially offered and getting what you truly deserve often comes down to one critical decision: hiring an experienced NYC personal injury lawyer who knows the tricks insurance companies play.

Expert witnesses don’t just magically appear on trial day. They are carefully selected and integrated into your personal injury case to maximize impact. An experienced personal injury lawyer will select the right experts who can strengthen your claim and help maximize compensation.

Injured New Yorkers unknowingly sabotage their own claims every day. Whether they’re failing to meet lawsuit filing deadlines, oversharing on social media, or talking too much with insurance adjusters. In this guide, you’ll learn about the seven most costly errors victims make and how you can avoid them.

Miss your filing deadline, and you may lose the right to recover compensation forever. The financial consequences could be devastating: zero compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain, or suffering. While extremely rare exceptions exist, it’s best not to rely on them.

Even if another party is to blame for your injury, getting what you deserve after a motorcycle accident can be an uphill battle. Consider seeking legal advice from an experienced NY motorcycle accident lawyer who can help you receive the support and compensation you need to move forward.

Known for achieving results for clients, including multi-million-dollar recoveries, our firm takes pride in standing up for NYC pedestrians. Reach out now for a free consultation to learn how we can help.

If you were involved in a truck accident, working with an experienced NYC truck accident lawyer can be vital for holding a trucking company accountable and securing the compensation you deserve. Read on to discover the causes of trucking accidents, who can be held liable, and how to get justice.

Being involved in any motor vehicle accident is stressful. However, when injured by a distracted driver, you may wonder how to prove fault and receive the compensation you need and deserve. Read on to discover the laws around distracted driving in NYC and how to move forward after an accident.

Every year, New Yorkers suffer preventable injuries due to property owners’ failure to maintain their premises. The result: Victims face steep medical bills, lost wages, and a painful recovery.

Workers in all sectors face the risk of workplace injuries in NYC. While construction workers are particularly at risk of falls from scaffolding and heights, even office workers aren’t safe from injuries and work-related medical conditions.

At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., we regularly see the devastating impacts of car accidents in our office and understand how a crash can impact your physical and emotional health. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping you secure the compensation you need and deserve.

When the worst has happened, and you or a loved one has experienced a dog attack, understanding NYC dog bite laws is essential for getting justice. Read on to discover vital New York laws dealing with dog bites and how an NYC dog bite lawyer can give you the best chance of recovering compensation.

Injured from a slip and fall on ice? A NYC slip and fall lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and how to seek compensation.

If you or a loved one suffered injuries due to a sidewalk defect in NYC, don’t wait to seek legal guidance from a New York trip and fall attorney. The time to file a personal injury claim for a sidewalk defect in NYC is limited, especially if the municipal government is responsible for your fall.

If you are the victim of a bar or nightclub assault in NYC, you might wonder how to get justice for your physical and emotional injuries and financial damages. A NYC bar assault lawyer can answer your questions and clarify your legal options for pursuing compensation.

When you’re involved in an accident, you need to protect your health, your rights, and your finances. Working with a NYC construction accident lawyer can be vital to hold the negligent parties accountable and pursue the compensation you deserve.

If you or a loved one suffered car accident injuries on NYC roads, knowing your rights is crucial. We understand that the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident—managing medical care, negotiating with insurers, and figuring out your next steps—can feel exhausting. Our NYC car accident lawyers can walk you through your next best steps after an accident and protect your legal rights.

The New York City Transit Authority and the subway and train operators that they employ have a legal obligation to protect train passengers from danger and to ensure that all operators are properly trained and all trains and stations are safe and properly maintained. The Transit Authority has an obligation to ensure that passengers are […]

Assault and battery are serious intentional torts that can result in significant physical and emotional harm. While often used interchangeably, assault is the intentional act of causing a person to fear imminent harmful contact, while battery is the actual intentional, offensive, or harmful contact itself. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., we are dedicated to […]

When you visit a bar, club, or restaurant, you trust that the owners and managers have taken reasonable steps to ensure your safety. But what happens when their failure to provide adequate security leads to an injury? This is the legal concept of negligent security, and it can be a critical component of a personal […]

if an institution or medical professional fails to provide proper after-life services or interferes with the burial process, they can be charged with negligence or malpractice

If you or a loved one has been a victim of Nursing Home Neglect call now for a free consultation

Please call us for a free consultation and we will be happy to discuss any potential case with you. Motor Vehicle Accidents $200,000 Judgment for 41-year-old security guard who sustained knee and back injuries while a passenger in ride share vehicle involved in an accident with another vehicle. Berkowitz & Weitz Law were able to […]

Holding Those Accountable for Abuse in Foster Care Foster care abuse should never happen. Children placed into foster care, on either a temporary or permanent basis, have the right to be placed in a home where they are safe and free of danger, from both adults residing in the home as well as other children. […]

Contaminated Food Products: Protecting Your Rights After Food Poisoning Food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness, is a serious health concern that affects millions of people each year. It occurs when food or beverages become contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, or parasites, leading to a range of debilitating symptoms. The consequences of food poisoning can […]

Product liability means a manufacturer of a consumer product failed to design or manufacture the product to avoid causing harm to the users. The product might be used in a home, an office or in some form of construction.  It includes industrial machines, large and small vehicles, including the family car, and just about any […]

New York City Premises Liability Attorneys Holding Property Owners Accountable If you were injured due to dangerous conditions on someone else’s property, you may have a valid premises liability claim. Property owners in New York City have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions — and when they fail, serious injuries can occur. At Berkowitz […]

Sexual Harassment is when a person is subjected to comments or conduct of a sexual nature while at work or a place of public accommodation. It can range from sexual comments about a person’s body, to continuously asking a person out on a date, to comments about wanting to have sex with the person, all […]

In New York City, the NYPD cannot make an arrest without probable cause. Any arrest made without a warrant has a presumption of being unlawful, and the burden falls on the police to show that probable cause existed for making the arrest. However, there are several specific legal authorities that allow police to make an […]

When you put your trust in a medical professional, you expect to receive competent care. Unfortunately, when a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, the results can be devastating. Medical malpractice cases are complex, requiring an in-depth understanding of both medicine and the law. Our New York […]

If you have been injured in a bicycle or pedestrian accident in New York, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C, we have a team of experienced bicycle accident attorneys who can help you get the compensation you deserve. The Dangers of Cycling and Walking in New York City […]

If you have been a victim of a crime and injured or hurt due to property owners being negligent in their security measures you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Property owners, whether it is a residence, a hotel or a store, must provide basic security and safety for their residents, guests or […]

Motor vehicle accidents in New York can involve far more than a single moment of impact. From congested city streets and suburban parkways to distracted driving and high-speed highway collisions, each accident presents unique legal and insurance challenges. Our firm represents individuals injured in all types of motor vehicle accidents across New York State. Whether […]

Construction Accidents and New York Labor Laws Construction sites can be dangerous places. Workers face a variety of hazards, from falling objects and electrical wires to scaffold accident injuries and trench cave-ins. In New York, Labor Law Section 200 protects construction workers from these dangers by imposing strict safety standards on construction companies. What is […]

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Protecting Injury Victims Across New York City If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, the consequences can be overwhelming. Medical bills arrive quickly, time away from work creates financial strain, and physical pain complicates daily life. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., our New York personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping injured […]