Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf is a New York Plaintiff's personal injury law firm specializing in automobile accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, products liability, police misconduct and all types of New York personal injury litigation.

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webinar on Ben's medical malpractice verdict of $120 million
NYSTLI Dean Anthony Pirrotti, Jr., Esq., will be hosting a Discussion with our managing partner and celebrated Trial Attorney Ben Rubinowitz, Esq.; Trial Judge Paul. I. Marx; and Defense Attorney Alfred Vigorito, Esq. next Monday May 20, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM ET.

Ben and our law firm handled a complex Stroke case  involving a 41-year-old individual who was employed, married, and had children. Due to alleged malpractice, he ended up in a nursing home, unable to care for himself or his family. We will discuss the development of this malpractice case, including medical and defense aspects, discovery, depositions, and Motions in Limine. We will emphasize the significance of pleadings and expert responses for both the plaintiff and defendant and how these issues influenced the trial.

Topics include jury selection, binding statements and omissions during jury selection and openings, cross-examination of plaintiff and defendant witnesses, dismissal of a third-party defendant, the potential repercussions of aggressively attacking a witness, leveraging the defendant doctor as an expert, and the introduction of newly asserted cross-claims at trial. Additionally, we will explore the understanding of 50-A and 50-B statutes, the concept of “Loss of Chance,” the valuation of loss of consortium claims, directed verdicts against a defendant, and the strategy of defendants pointing fingers at each other.

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Law-Dragon-final-CopyAt Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, we are thrilled to announce that several of our esteemed attorneys have been recognized in The Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2024. This prestigious acknowledgment underscores their unwavering dedication to seeking justice for those who have suffered from injustice and tragedy. Congratulations to Marijo Adimey, Jeffrey Bloom, Diana Carnemolla, Christopher Donadio, Howard Hershenhorn, Ben Rubinowitz, and Peter Saghir for this well-deserved honor.

Their commitment to tirelessly advocating for the rights of the injured and wronged embodies the core values of our firm.

Consider the scenarios that these lawyers confront with courage and determination:

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Personal Injury Attorney Rachel Jacobs was promoted partnerWe are thrilled to announce that Rachel Jacobs has been promoted to a partner of Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf. This milestone is a testament to her unwavering dedication and exceptional legal expertise.

About Rachel Jacobs: A Commitment to Justice

Rachel’s journey with us has been marked by her relentless pursuit of justice for her clients. Specializing in personal injury law, she has successfully handled a wide array of cases, including motor vehicle accidents, sexual abuse, and medical malpractice lawsuits. Her meticulous approach to case investigation, coupled with her skill in drafting pleadings, researching, and writing motions, has been instrumental in our firm’s success.

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case-analysis

Our managing partner, Trial Attorney Ben Rubinowitz going to be doing a Case Analysis hosted by Nathan Werksman on Trial Lawyers University about the $120 million medical malpractice verdict he just received in Westchester.  The webinar will be on January 10, 2024 at 1:30pm.

“Lee v Westchester Medical Center” is a legal case revolving around medical malpractice and delayed treatment. The patient, a 41-year-old man, suffered a Basilar artery stroke. His wife found him unconscious at 3 am, and he was subsequently transferred to Westchester Medical Center. Initially, the stroke was misdiagnosed by resident radiologist and neurologist as an infection or dissection, delaying the correct treatment by three hours. When a more experienced radiologist later identified the stroke, a thrombectomy was performed.

The plaintiff’s claim focused on this delay, arguing that it resulted in significant brain damage and severe short-term memory issues, depriving the patient of a chance for a better recovery. The defense conceded the misdiagnosis but argued that the stroke’s severity, not the delayed treatment, caused the brain damage. They posited that the damage occurred between 10 pm and the patient’s hospital arrival, and earlier treatment wouldn’t have altered the outcome.

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120M Verdict by our Medical Malpractice AttorneysIn a landmark decision that highlights the importance of timely medical intervention, a Westchester County jury awarded a record-setting $120 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit against Westchester Medical Center. This verdict, delivered on November 30, 2023, after a four-week trial, marks the largest award ever in a medical malpractice case in Westchester County.

The case revolved around the hospital’s negligence in treating 41-year-old William Lee, who suffered from a stroke in 2018. Rushed to the hospital by ambulance, Lee was the victim of a critical delay in treatment. The jury found that inexperienced doctors on call were responsible for a three-hour delay in removing a clot from Lee’s basilar artery. This delay led to extensive brain damage, necessitating lifelong care at a residential brain injury center.

The tragedy of this case is underscored by the extent of Mr. Lee’s injuries. The damage to his brain has severely impaired his judgment and short-term memory, rendering him dependent on round-the-clock care and unable to provide for his family. The compensation awarded includes provisions for his future medical needs, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and compensation for his wife for the loss of his services and society.

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NYC Medical Malpractice attorney Marijo Adimey ran the marathon and raised fund for the American Cancer Society
In every race, each step can tell a story of perseverance, hope, and dedication. For Marijo “MJ” Adimey, a partner at our Personal Injury Law Firm, the NYC Marathon wasn’t just a 26.2-mile challenge—it was a mission to make strides against cancer.

We are thrilled to announce that MJ has been honored with the Top Individual Fundraiser Award for her incredible efforts in The American Cancer Society’s Determination Program for the NYC Marathon.

MJ’s commitment to the cause is a reflection of her character—determined, compassionate, and relentlessly focused on making a difference. Her fundraising endeavors culminated in a substantial contribution to cancer research and treatment, advocating for advancements that offer hope for early detection, improved care, and the dream of a cure.raising more than 17K for the American Cancer Society

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Best Law Firm in product Liability Medical Malpractice and Personal InjuryWe are delighted to announce that for the 14th consecutive year, our firm has earned a spot as a Tier 1 Firm in New York City by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in the following categories:

  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiff
  • Medical Malpractice Litigation – Plaintiff
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New York Personal Injury Attorneys Rubinowitz and TorganIn yesterday’s column in the New York Law Journal, our managing partner Ben Rubinowitz assisted by our associate Brian Karalunas  and Evan Torgan, a member of Torgan Cooper & Aaron wrote:

All attorneys must abide by the Rules of Professional Conduct, but many fail to realize that similar requirements apply to most individuals providing expert testimony. These standards can provide ammunition for impeachment when expert witnesses fail to abide by the ethical requirements of their field.

Read the column in the New York Law Journal 

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12 of our personal injury attorneys listed in Super LawyersCongratulations to the 12 attorneys at our firm who were included in this year’s 2023 New York Metro Super Lawyers and 2023 New York Metro Rising Stars lists. Among them, our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz also made it to the top 10 New York Metro Super Lawyers while senior partners Jeffrey Bloom and Howard Hershenhorn were also listed in the top 100 New York Metro Super Lawyers.

For the 18th consecutive year, our firm was one of the personal injury law firms in New York City with the highest amount of attorneys listed in Super Lawyers. These attorneys are:

  • Ben Rubinowitz, selected for the 18th consecutive year and listed in the top 10 and top 100 2023 New York — Metro Super Lawyers
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Ben Rubinowitz Trial LawyerAre you disciplined enough to keep going even when you’re tired? Practicing law can feel like an endurance test, but discipline is critical if you want to be a champion trial lawyer.

In the last episode of Trial Lawyers University (click to listen), Dan Ambrose is joined by veteran trial lawyer Ben Rubinowitz, our Managing Partner. As a leading trial lawyer, Ben’s successes include 28 verdicts and over 180 settlements in excess of one million dollars in cases arising out of car accidents, premises accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, civil rights violations and product liability.

Tune in as Dan and Ben discuss how discipline is the key to success as a trial lawyer, why virtual trials are a bad idea, and the time that Ben interrupted the best opening statement of his life to jump over a jury box and render CPR to a juror.

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