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Personal Injury Lawyers
Serving the residents of Long Island and all 5 boroughs in NY (Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, and Staten Island).
Accidents don’t just interrupt your routine—they can shatter your whole world. Suddenly you’re facing medical bills you can’t afford, endless hospital visits that drain your time and energy, and relentless pressure from an insurance adjuster who represents the insurer—not you.
The harsh reality? The insurance company will do everything possible to reduce your personal injury settlement or outright deny your personal injury claim. But when someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you have every right to hold that other party accountable.
Legal action isn’t just an option—it’s your path to recovering compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional suffering. At Sullivan and Sullivan, our legal team is your shield, protecting your legal rights while expertly preparing your injury case for settlement or trial. We provide dedicated legal counsel to injured victims throughout Long Island, handling each detail of your case so you can focus on medical treatment and rehabilitation.
At Sullivan and Sullivan, you have direct access to a local personal injury lawyer who’s committed to pursuing the best possible outcome for your unique situation.
Why Sullivan and Sullivan
Sullivan and Sullivan is among the top personal injury law firms in New York, serving Long Island and all 5 boroughs. Our legal team has mastered how personal injury lawsuits succeed under New York law, giving you a decisive advantage from day one.
What Sets Us Apart
- FREE consultation to establish your legal strategy.
Founding attorney Rob Sullivan has practiced law for nearly 30 years, focusing exclusively on personal injury. These decades of experience provide the expertise to better advocate for accident victims.
- Millions won for clients
Whether you’re dealing with minor injuries or serious injuries, our experienced attorneys know exactly how to help injured victims recover compensation. We secure payment for medical bills, medical care, lost wages, emotional distress, and pain and suffering—tailoring every injury case to the facts while working tirelessly to secure the best personal injury settlement available.
We manage all communication with the insurance company, handle delays from stubborn insurance adjusters, and prep for litigation when insurance companies refuse to play fair.
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Cases We Handle
Our legal team handles all kinds of injury cases, including:
Our rigorous investigation process
- Identify the liable party and review the complete scope of your injuries
- Collect detailed accident reports, photographs, witness accounts, and scene records
- Gather all medical bills, hospital records, rehabilitation notes, and medical treatment documentation
- Account for emotional distress and emotional suffering connected to your accident
Why Us?
Our attorneys prepare every personal injury claim to withstand tough negotiations or courtroom battles. Whether your injuries are permanent or minor, we build ironclad cases designed to help you recover compensation. We present compelling evidence that proves the other party’s fault, giving us the leverage to demand full damages for medical care, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, we immediately file a personal injury lawsuit and move forward with litigation.
Our singular goal: protect your legal rights and hold every negligent party fully accountable.
Client Success Stories
Sullivan and Sullivan has won countless suits covering rehabilitation, medical care, and pain and suffering, such as:
- $1,750,000 settlement for a college student struck in the passenger seat by a police vehicle, suffering multiple fractures and requiring surgery.
- $12,000,000 settlement for a man injured in an elevator accident.
- $500,000 settlement for a high school who incurred severe injuries and fractures from an unsecured school office desk.
- $112,500 settlement for a young boy injured by a defective scooter.
- $750,000 assault settlement for young man injured in a bar fight.
- $200,000 settlement for a rider whose motorcycle flipped over due to a defective road condition.
Our Process
Step 1: FREE Strategy Session
We start every case with a complimentary consultation. During this crucial meeting, we review all the facts and explain exactly how our team will move forward. We collect accident reports, medical records, witness statements, and insurance coverage documents. This evidence forms the foundation of our winning strategy for legal action against the liable party.
Step 2: Take Over Insurance Communications
We handle 100% of communication with the insurance company and deal directly with each insurer. Our team reviews the insurer‘s agreement terms, evaluates their insurance adjuster‘s offers, and contests any settlement that fails to reflect the full cost of your losses. When the insurer refuses to pay fairly, we file your lawsuit and prepare for aggressive litigation.
Step 3: Build Your Strongest Case
We thoroughly examine your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. If your accident resulted from someone else’s fault, we gather bulletproof evidence that proves their liability. This proof gives us the power to pursue compensation through an injury claim or trial victory.
Common Questions About Ny Personal Injury Law
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York?
New York law gives injured victims three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This rule applies to most injury claims, including car accidents, slip and fall incidents, and medical malpractice cases. If you miss the deadline, the court may bar your legal action entirely. Exceptions exist for minors and cases where permanent injuries or symptoms appear later. We encourage you to contact a local personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to preserve your legal rights.
What kinds of compensation can I recover in a New York personal injury case?
The exact compensation you could be entitled for depends on the nature of your injuries. Generally, the more serious injuries, the more compensation you receive. You may seek compensation for:
● Medical expenses and medical treatment
● Lost wages and loss of future income
● Pain and suffering
● Emotional distress
● Rehabilitation costs
● Punitive damages
In cases of extreme misconduct Our legal team prepares a complete personal injury claim that reflects the full cost of your injuries. We account for hospital stays, specialist care, therapy, and other costs tied to recovery. Our legal counsel makes sure every qualified expense appears in the claim.
Do I need a lawyer if my injury and costs are relatively minor?
New York does not require you to hire a lawyer for a personal injury claim, especially small ones, but it often helps. For minor injuries or small medical bills, an attorney may not be necessary, as small cases can sometimes be handled directly with the insurer. However, attorneys bring expertise in maximizing recovery and avoiding mistakes.
Going it alone can result in mistakes and missed opportunities, whereas a good lawyer can guide strategy and negotiations.
What should I do immediately after an accident to protect my case?
The first steps are critical.
Seek prompt medical attention even for minor injuries. This not only safeguards your health but also creates a record linking your injuries to the accident.
Document everything. Report the accident to police or property owner, take photos of the scene and injuries, and gather witness names.
Keep all medical bills and records. Do not admit fault or downplay your injuries. Avoid posting details on social media or giving any recorded statement to insurers before talking to a lawyer.
What should I do if an insurance company calls or wants a recorded statement?
Insurance adjusters often try to collect recorded statements after a claim. Be cautious: you have no legal obligation to provide a recorded statement, and insurers often use them to minimize payouts.
It’s generally wise not to give detailed statements or sign anything without legal advice. In fact, talking to insurance adjusters before consulting an attorney may lead to lower settlements, since insurers look for reasons to pay as little as possible. Instead, you can inform them that you’ll provide facts later or direct them to your attorney.
If you have doubts, consult a lawyer before engaging with the insurer.
If I was partly at fault for the injury, can I still recover damages?
Yes.
New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule. Even if you share some blame for the accident, you can still sue and recover damages, though your recovery will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
For example, if you were 20% at fault, your award would be reduced by 20%.
It’s important to document evidence of how the accident happened, since your degree of fault will directly impact your final award.
How long will my personal injury case take to resolve?
There’s no fixed timeline, it depends on the case.
Some injury claims settle quickly, such as a few months, if liability and damages are clear, but others may take years if they go to trial or involve complex issues.
Often, parties negotiate a settlement well before trial, but be prepared for at least a few months of negotiations and paperwork, or longer if litigation becomes necessary.
Does New York cap the amount of damages I can receive?
Generally, no. New York does not impose an overall cap on personal injury damages for most cases.
This means juries or courts can award any amount that’s deemed fair based on the injury’s impact, without an artificial state cap. (One exception: punitive damages awards are reviewable by courts for excessiveness.)
So in practice, you can seek full compensation for your losses (economic and non-economic) without worrying about a statutory ceiling in New York.
Should I accept an early settlement offer from the insurance company?
Insurance companies sometimes make quick offers soon after an accident.
However, be careful!
Early lowball offers often don’t cover all your losses. It’s generally not wise to rush into settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries and expenses.
A personal injury attorney can help evaluate whether an offer is fair and negotiate for more if needed.
Book Your Free Case Evaluation with Sullivan and Sullivan
If another’s negligence caused your accident, you have the absolute right to pursue compensation. Our team, Sullivan and Sullivan, helps injury victims take decisive action and assert their legal rights.
Our New York personal injury attorneys offer a completely free consultation to assess your injury case and explain exactly how we can help.
Our Promise to You: Let our personal injury law firm stand with you during this challenging time. Focus on healing and recovery—we’ll fight for every dollar of compensation you deserve.
Ready to get started? If you live in Long Island or any of the 5 boroughs, call us today at (516) 271-1617 or use our contact form to schedule your free strategy session!
Contact Info
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Main Office:
200 Garden City Plaza, Suite 201 Garden City, NY 11530 -
NYC Office:
120 Broadway 27th Floor New York, NY 10271 - Main Office:(516) 746-6446
- NYC Office(212) 206-0708
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Business Hours:
M-F: 7 AM - 7 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sun: 12 PM - 4 PM
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