Cases We Handle

The Raphaelson Law Firm is 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 personal injury lawyers about your case by filling out our contact form.

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

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. Learn more

Personal Injury Cases
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 personal injury attorneys have the medical, technological, and legal resources to help get the best possible resolution and help you move on. Learn more

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 auto accident lawyers have the tools and experience to ensure the best possible recovery. Learn more

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 construction accident lawyers know the law and will use that knowledge to fight for your rights. Learn more

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. Learn more

Birth Injuries
It is every child's right to have good health care. Our New York birth injury attorneys are 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. Learn more

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. Learn more

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. Learn more

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. Learn more

Lead Poisoning and Product Liability
This area of law can be very contentious, but without product liability lawyers taking legal action against corporations who distribute dangerous products, they would have far less incentive to research and safeguard products and substances. Howard Raphaelson personally heads the special unit dedicating to fighting for the rights of these injured people. Learn more

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 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. Learn more