New York Personal Injury Attorneys BlogMost Common Personal Injury Claims in New York in June: Insights from Top NYC Trial Attorneys
At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our New York personal injury attorneys have represented victims of negligence in New York for more than 100 years. Each June, we see a seasonal rise in serious personal injury claims across the five boroughs. Below are the most common types of cases we handle this time of year—and what you should know if you or a loved one has been injured.
1. Car Accident Claims
Traffic congestion increases significantly in the summer, and with it, so do accidents. Many of the cases we handle involve serious injuries caused by speeding, distracted driving, or failure to yield. We have obtained some of the highest verdicts and settlements in New York for motor vehicle accident victims, including an $85 million jury verdict for a pedestrian struck by a sightseeing bus in Manhattan.
2. Bicycle and Pedestrian Accident Claims
More New Yorkers and visitors take to the streets on foot or by bike in June. Unfortunately, bike lanes and crosswalks are often ignored by careless drivers. We’ve successfully represented cyclists and pedestrians struck by city vehicles, including high-profile cases involving NYPD chase accidents and trucks in protected lanes. These cases often result in life-altering injuries and require immediate legal action.
3. Construction Accidents Claims
As summer construction ramps up, so does the risk of serious injury. We routinely represent workers injured in falls from scaffolding or ladders and those struck by falling objects. Under New York’s Labor Law §§ 240 and 241, property owners and contractors can be held strictly liable. Our firm has secured multi-million dollar results for construction workers across NYC.
4. Premises Liability Claims
Sidewalk cafes, rooftop venues, and crowded event spaces lead to a spike in premises liability claims each summer. Common hazards include uneven pavement, spilled liquids, and inadequate lighting. If a property owner fails to maintain safe conditions, they can be held responsible for resulting injuries.
5. Medical Malpractice Claims
We continue to see high volumes of medical negligence claims in June, often involving surgical errors, misdiagnoses, or medication mistakes. Our firm recently obtained a $60 million verdict in Nassau County for a man left permanently paralyzed after a routine injection—believed to be the highest medical malpractice award in county history.
6. Police Misconduct and Civil Rights Violations
During the summer months, our attorneys see a surge in civil rights cases stemming from false arrests, excessive force, and NYPD vehicle collisions. Victims of police car accidents or abuse must act quickly—claims against city agencies often have strict 90-day notice deadlines.
Speak with a Top-Rated Personal Injury Lawyer Today
At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, we have recovered more than $5 billion for our clients and secured over 60 verdicts exceeding $1 million. If you’ve been seriously injured in an accident this summer, don’t wait to protect your rights. Call us at 212-943-1090 or contact us online for a free consultation.
