Awards and Settlements

Major Retailer Taken to Task Over Unsafe Parking Lot Practices
Howard Raphaelson litigated a case in Federal Court versus a Major Chain Retailer. Howard recovered a SIX FIGURE Confidential Settlement on behalf of our client on the eve of trial.

Drunk Driver Taken to Justice
Raphaelson and Levine represented the surviving family members in a civil lawsuit against a drunk driver who struck and killed our client. Our firm recovered the policy limit of $250,000.

Spinal Injury leads to Three Quarters of a Million Dollars - September 25th 2009 2009
Our office represented a 30 year old woman who was injured in a motor vehicle accident. Client's ultimate recovery will near $1,000,000.00...

Tragic Accident in Poughkeepsie - September 24th 2009
Our office represented the Estate of a young mother who was tragically struck and killed by a Tow Truck. The anticipated payout will top $1,000.000.00

New Jersey Accident Victim Recovers Multiple Six Figures for a Fracture July 8th 2009
Our firm represented a woman who was in a car accident in Northern New Jersey...

Trial Verdict $200,000.00 July 7th 2009
Jason Krakower was recently recognized by the New York Jury Veridct Reporter. This publication features top verdicts and settlements obtained in New York.

Big Mediation Result $200,000.00 July 6th 2009
Out firm represented a father and son who were injured in a car accident in the Bronx. The son, the driver had to undergo an arthoscopic surgery.

Disc Bulge yields more than Half a Million - June 9, 2009
Our firm represented a woman who was injured in a motor vehicle accident. Two vehicles collided in an intersection...

Laborer gets Three Quarters of a Million Dollars - June 9, 2009
Our firm represented a man who was working on a large construction project in Brooklyn...

$500,000 for a Shoulder Injury - May 6, 2009
The firm represented a woman who was injured in a chain reaction car accident in New York. She was rear ended and sustained a shoulder injury.

Multiple Six Figures for Soft Tissue Injury - May 6, 2009
The firm represented a young man involved in a New York motor vehicle accident...

Two Bronx County Supreme Court Cases: $140,000 - March 9, 2009
In the first action Steven Gershowitz represented a woman who tripped and fell in a tree well. In the second action Jason Krakower was victorious for a client injured in a motor vehicle accident

Sprained ankle yields six figure settlement: $100,000 - February 13, 2009
Our firm represented a woman who fell to the ground after inhaling noxious fumes...

Bike Accident results in Dental Injury: $95,000 - February 13, 2009
Our firm represented a young mother who was struck by a bicyclist on Manhattan’s Upper West Side...

News About The Firm

Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm become a Sponsor of the Long Island 2 Day Breast Cancer Walk – April 22, 2009 The Long Island 2 Day Breast Cancer Walk is 501(c)3 not-for-profit dedicated to helping Long Islanders affected by breast cancer.

Raphaelson and Levine take on Corporate America - January 21, 2009

In two recent cases the lawyers of Raphaelson and Levine took on Corporate America in a pursuit of justice for our clients.

NY Post Article Quotes Andrew Levine on Queens Car Accident - January 13, 2009
Andrew Levine speaks about a client who was hurt badly; suffering a separated shoulder, torn ligaments and nerve damage from a March 2007 car crash.

Raphaelson & Levine close NASDAQ Market bell - January 8, 2009
As part of the Law Firms Association and appointments to the Sarah Jane Brain Foundation, Andrew Levine & Howard Raphaelson will be closing the NASDAQ Market bell.

Please Support the Sarah Jane Brain Foundation - December 24, 2008
Howard Raphaelson and Andrew Levine have been to the legal advisory board for this organization. Please help us support their cause.

New York City Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers

The New York City Personal Injury and Accident Attorneys at Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm are committed to representing people, not cases. That's why we pride ourselves on our experience and our resources – we have what it takes to help a wide variety of victims get what they need and deserve. From traumatic injuries suffered at birth, on the road, or on a construction site to injuries suffered as a result of negligence or defective consumer products, our passion is to fight for the rights of the victim. To learn more about what we do, click the links below. Then, tell one of our Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers in New York City about your case by filling out our contact form.


Personal Injury
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Construction Accidents
Train Accidents
Airplane Accidents
Trip & Fall Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Birth Injuries
Toxic Exposure
Ground Zero Recovery Worker Claims


Personal Injury

Accidents can happen anytime, anywhere. But when your life is turned upside down by a critical injury, it's already too late to think about what could have been done to prevent it. Our New York City personal injury attorneys have the medical, technological, and legal resources to help get the best possible resolution and help you move on.

Motor Vehicle Accidents
Here in New York City, there aren't just drivers; we also have passengers, pedestrians, and even bicyclists sharing the same streets. But whether you're a bicycle delivery person in Manhattan, a jogger in Brooklyn, or a passenger on a bus in Queens, trying to understand your rights in the event of a car accident can be very difficult. Our New York City auto accident lawyers have the tools and experience to ensure the best possible recovery.

Construction Accidents
Falling debris. Scaffolding collapses. Falling off a ladder. These are just some of the common accidents that occur at construction sites all over New York, Long Island, and Westchester. New York labor laws exist to protect workers injured during construction. Our New York City construction accident lawyers know the law and will use that knowledge to fight for your rights.

Train and Subway Accidents
Our attorneys have experience handling train and subway accidents in NYC, Westchester, and Long Island counties. We've represented victims in cases against the New York City Transit Authority, LIRR, Metro North and The Port Authority of the State of New York. We're not afraid of anyone and we won't back down when it comes to your rights.

Airplane Accidents
It's a traveler's worst nightmare and an epic tragedy when the worst happens. Thankfully, air travel is the safest mode of transportation and airline accidents are rare. But when something does go wrong, the investigation frequently concludes that tragedy could have been avoided by the airline. With this in mind, our NYC accident attorneys are dedicated to accomplishing the individual goals of our airplane accident clients, not "taking down" the airlines. We believe a well prepared case can save lives.

Trip and Fall
Whether in the Bronx or in Staten Island, property owners are in the best position to make stairs, walkways, and other areas that receive foot traffic safe for all to use. Depending on where the incident occurs, trip and fall accidents, or slip and fall accidents, can be very serious. The Raphaelson Law Firm has the experience and resources to assess your injuries and the circumstances around them to prove how the negligence of others caused them. It's something we take very seriously because it's something we do everyday.

Medical Malpractice
The Raphaelson Law Firm works hand-in-hand with the New York medical malpractice lawyers of Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm, a leader in medical malpractice law. Together, we'll use every resource possible to find where a medical provider did something wrong and prove it in court.

Traumatic Brain Injury
For something as serious as a brain injury, no one-size-fits-all legal solution will do. We understand that the situation of a victim of a traumatic brain injury is bigger and more important than one lawyer. That's why we assemble a high-priority unit for every victim of brain injuries we represent – attorneys, paralegals, doctors, and even economists. We will develop a comprehensive case to get the best possible resolution that provides for the victim's needs today and tomorrow.

Birth Injuries
It is every child's right to have good health care. Our New York City birth injury attorneysare passionate about defending our most vulnerable and innocent victims. From brain damage suffered during delivery in a Long Island hospital, to Erbs Palsy developed as a result of an error by a doctor in Westchester, we'll fight for your child's rights.

Ground Zero Recovery Worker Claims
Over 7,000 rescue workers and volunteers filed a class-action suit in September 2004, claiming working at Ground Zero has made them sick. They need compensation to cope with their illnesses (some potentially fatal) and cover medical monitoring for all who worked at or near the site.

Alerts & Blog Headlines

Toyota Unintended Acceleration Deaths
Toyota is being held responsible for Unintended Acceleration Deaths despite their safety claims that â??the brakes always work and its electronic throttle system never failsâ??.

Dominican Republic Toxic Coal Ash
Illegal toxic coal ash dumping by U.S. Company has created serious injuries for children and families of the Dominican Republic. Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm has been contacted by many Dominican families regarding this horrible event.

Huge Victory at the United States Supreme Court - March 9, 2009
In a landmark decision the Supreme Court has preserved the rights of individuals who have been injured and victimized by drug and pharmaceutical companies.

NEWS UPDATE
: US Airways Flight 1549

Latest information regarding the plane involved in US Airways Flight 1549.

BREAKING NEWS: US Airways Flight 1549 Crashes into Hudson River in New York City - January 15, 2009
Get the latest on the airline disaster on the Hudson including news and video coverage.

Queens DMV Employee in Road Test Nightmare - January 13, 2009
New York City personal injury lawyer Andrew Levine speaks out about his client's injuries.

BLOG: Pediatric Acquired Brain Injuries separate from Traumatic Brain Injuries - December 24, 2008

Raphaelson & Levine Join Legal Advisory Board of The Sarah Jane Brain Foundation - December 24, 2008
Howard Raphaelson and Andrew Levine have been appointed to the legal Advisory board for this organization ...

A Bronx Jury Awards a 15 year old Pedestrian $550,000.00 - December 18, 2008
The firm represented a 15 year old girl who was struck by a motor vehicle while crossing the street.

Raphaelson and Levine Law Firm Support Long Island Railroad Workers. November 12, 2008
The Raphaelson and Levine New York Personal Injury Lawyers has proudly represented many long island rail road workers as a result of accidents that have occurred on the job.

Trip and Fall Award: $169,000 - October 23, 2008
Our firm represented a woman who tripped and fell on a depression in the pavement at a gas station in Brooklyn...

The Raphaelson Law Firm discuss the ignored safety of New York Construction Workers. October 28, 2008
The safety of New York Construction Workers is being ignored by property owners, builders and general contractors.

BLOG: Personal Injury Priority #1: You, the Victim - September 12, 2008

**MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ALERT** - September 4, 2008

Improperly used Medtronic devices are identified as an area of potential malpractice. MUST READ for current or potential spinal surgery patients.

BLOG: A New Approach to Personal Injury Litigation in New York - June 17, 2008

Charges in Death at Construction Site in East New York, Brooklyn - June 12, 2008
The owner of a Brooklyn construction site has been charged with manslaughter in the death of one of his workers...

BLOG: Another Crane Collapse in New York; How Many Must Die? - May 30, 2008

BLOG: Our New York Trial Lawyers on Tort Reform - May 6, 2008

BLOG: New Safety Measures Designed to Prevent, Not Just React - April, 30 2008

BLOG: The Cost of Bargain Cosmetic Surgery - April, 24 2008

Medical Malpractice: 'Failure to Rescue' is Most Common Hospital Safety Mistake - April, 11 2008
For the fifth straight year, an analysis of errors in the nation?s hospitals found that the most reported patient safety risk is a little-known but always-fatal problem called "failure to rescue."

East Side Crane Collapse Points to Chronic Construction Accident Problem - March 20, 2008
This tragedy should not have occurred. Concerned citizens had made complaints about the construction site prior to the date of the accident.

Women Disfigured by Bogus Collagen From Fake Doctor - February 29, 2008
"Barton's lips are no longer symmetrical, and Kalanick has a big bulge between her eyebrows. Their skin is discolored, and both have hard lumps that feel like rocks under their skin?"

City of New York to check Scaffolds After Deadly Accidents - February 20, 2008
Officials say they will inspect more than 1,500 scaffolds at New York City construction sites following two recent deadly accidents...

BLOG: Do You Have Sufficient Auto Insurance Coverage? - April 11, 2008

BLOG: East Side Crane Collapse Points to Chronic New York Construction Accident Problem - April 1, 2008

Avandia may increase health risks for diabetic patients
A New England Journal study on the drug Avandia has revealed the possibility of serious health implications for diabetic patients. Avandia is widely prescribed in the United States to diabetics....

FDA Pulls Constipation drug Zelnorm
Swiss pharmaceutical maker Novartis AG has announced that they will stop selling the drug named ZELNORM out of fear it increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, or worsening heart chest pain that can later become a heart attack.


Free Case Evaluation
NO FEES UNLESS WE WIN!
Injury Topic:
(name of drug or device)

Full Name:

Phone Number:

Cell Phone Number:

Email Address:

Best Time to Contact:

Date of Accident:

Describe Your Case: