A traumatic brain injury can change your day-to-day life in ways that aren’t obvious at first; headaches, memory issues, mood shifts, and fatigue that make work and family life harder. The problem is that insurers often downplay these “invisible” effects unless the medical proof is clear and complete.
Raphaelson & Levine has recovered millions in personal injury cases involving traumatic brain injuries across New York, and we work with neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners to document the full scope of a TBI and what it means for your future.
From our Long Island office in Woodbury—accessible from the LIE, Northern State, and Southern State Parkway—we can help you understand your options and the next steps to protect your claim.
Call (212) 268-3222 Now to discuss your next steps.
Quick Answers About Brain Injury Claims on Long Island
After a brain injury on Long Island, the most important thing is knowing what to do next. What to document, what deadlines apply, and whether your eligible to file a brain injury lawsuit.
We help Long Island families cut through the confusion so you can make informed decisions about your TBI case quickly.
Why Long Island Brain Injury Clients Choose Raphaelson & Levine
Brain injury litigation demands more than standard personal injury experience. TBI cases require attorneys who understand neurological medicine, can work with specialized experts, and know how to present future damages to insurance adjusters and juries.
Raphaelson & Levine brings this capability to every TBI case:
- We retain neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners who document cognitive deficits, behavioral changes, and lifetime treatment needs.
- With experience spanning construction accidents, vehicle collisions, and premises liability (the three leading causes of TBI on Long Island), we understand how to build liability regardless of how the injury occurred.
- Partners Howard Raphaelson and Andrew Levine, both recognized Super Lawyers, personally oversee strategy on catastrophic injury cases.
What Our Clients Say
"I would like to express how grateful I am to Mr. Levine and staff. They were so helpful with my mom's accident." — Diane V., Personal Injury (Google Review)
"Amazing law firm, the work has been done and this person 100% works for the people." — Vitalii, Personal Injury (Google Review)
Reviews reflect individual experiences; results vary.
Recent Brain Injury Case Results
- $4,250,000 Roadway Design Defect Settlement for a Suffolk County driver with traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures:Our client lost control of his vehicle on a dangerously designed roadway, suffering a traumatic brain injury along with multiple fractures after a crash that should have been preventable. We retained highway design engineers who identified critical flaws in the road’s layout, including inadequate signage and hazardous curve geometry, and pursued claims against the responsible municipality to secure compensation for lifelong medical needs and loss of earning capacity.
- $3,025,000 Highway Collision Settlement for a New York passenger injured in a chain‑reaction crash:A trailer struck a bridge overpass on a New York highway, triggering a chain‑reaction collision that left our client with head trauma, facial injuries, fractured ribs, and serious neck and back damage. Even though the trailer driver initially fled the scene, we tracked down the responsible operator, proved liability, and obtained a settlement that covers extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and the long‑term impact on our client’s daily life.
- $2,750,000 Construction Site Head Injury Settlement for a New York worker struck by falling equipment:At a New York construction site, a tie‑back rod detached from an excavator and crashed down onto our client’s head, causing severe injuries to the face, head, neck, shoulder, and spine. We documented maintenance failures and the complete absence of required safety protocols, established liability under New York Labor Law, and recovered compensation for emergency care, ongoing neurological treatment, and permanent physical limitations that ended our client’s construction career.
- $2,200,000 Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Settlement for a professor and nurse practitioner hit head‑on in New York City:A reckless driver speeding to pick up a child from school caused a head‑on collision that left our client with a diagnosed mild traumatic brain injury, facial injuries, and lasting cognitive and emotional symptoms. We used advanced imaging and expert testimony to prove that “mild” brain injuries can have severe lifelong effects, securing compensation for specialized neurological care and future economic losses.
- $900,000 Traumatic Brain Injury Settlement for a worker struck by falling debris in Nassau County:While working at a deteriorating property, our client was hit in the head by overhead material the owner had been warned about, suffering a traumatic brain injury with headaches, dizziness, and memory and concentration problems. We uncovered ignored maintenance recommendations and safety lapses, holding the owner accountable for cutting corners and funding our client’s long‑term medical needs and reduced work capacity.
- $875,000 Traumatic Brain Injury Settlement for a Brooklyn pedestrian struck in a crosswalk:Our client was lawfully crossing the street when a turning vehicle struck their head, causing a traumatic brain injury that led to severe headaches, confusion, and memory gaps that made work impossible. By securing video, eyewitness testimony, and detailed neuropsychological testing, we won liability and negotiated a settlement that reflects the permanent impact of diffuse brain injury on everyday life.
- $900,000 Traumatic Brain Injury Settlement for a Nassau County job‑site injury:During routine work at a poorly maintained site, falling debris struck our client in the head, causing a traumatic brain injury and ongoing problems with balance, memory, and focus. We showed that prior complaints and inspection records proved the hazard was known and ignored, and leveraged medical and vocational experts to secure compensation for lifelong TBI care and loss of earning power.
- $600,000 Brain Injury Settlement for a Brooklyn pedestrian hit in a crosswalk and injured again in the hospital:A driver making a left turn hit our client in a marked Brooklyn crosswalk, causing multiple fractures, spine injuries, and a traumatic brain injury, which were compounded by a hospital medication error that stopped her heart. We traced the full chain of trauma back to the crash, documented every stage of neurological and cardiac treatment, and obtained a settlement that covers intensive rehab and her permanent limitations.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
"In brain injury cases, we preserve medical evidence early, retain neuropsychologists to document cognitive deficits, identify every responsible party, and prepare each case as if it's going to trial." — Howard Raphaelson, Founding Partner, Raphaelson & Levine
Our Values: The 4 R's
Results: Our clients have recovered over $1 billion in compensation.
Resources: Big firm resources, but small firm attention to detail. We work with the top medical experts, life care planners, economists, and spare no expense building the strongest case for our clients.
Reputation: Hundreds of five-star reviews and numerous industry-leading awards, including Best Law Firms Tier 1 rankings, Best Lawyers recognition for 7 attorneys, and New York Law Journal Verdicts & Settlements Hall of Fame.
Respect: Every client becomes a part of our family. We make sure every New Yorker understands their legal rights, the deadlines that matter, and whether they may have a claim — so they can make informed decisions about their future.
Why Acting Quickly Matters After a Brain Injury on Long Island
After a serious brain injury, critical evidence can disappear fast — surveillance footage gets overwritten, witnesses forget details, and medical records from the initial trauma become harder to obtain the longer you wait.
New York law limits how long you have to file a personal injury claim, and claims against government entities have even shorter deadlines. Brain injury symptoms sometimes develop gradually, which makes early medical documentation and legal evaluation even more important. A short call can help you understand what deadlines apply and what steps to take right now to protect your claim.
If this is a medical emergency, call 911 first.
Don't wait, call (212) 268-3222 to speak with our intake team about your Long Island brain injury claim.
What Happens After You Call
When you call about a brain injury case, we will walk you through your rights, what deadlines may apply, and whether your injury may support a legal claim — all in one conversation.
Step 1: We Get the Facts
We ask about the incident: what happened, where it occurred, when, what injuries you sustained, what medical treatment you have received so far, whether imaging (CT, MRI) was performed, and whether you have photos, video, witness information, or incident reports. For construction-related brain injuries, we also ask about the worksite conditions, safety equipment, and your employer.
Step 2: We Evaluate Your Claim
Our team assesses your case against four key factors:
- Responsibility: Who may be legally responsible, including property owners, contractors, drivers, and government entities
- Proof: What medical records, imaging, and incident documentation exist, and what can be preserved quickly
- Damages: The scope of medical care needed, cognitive and physical impairment, work impact, and long-term effects of the brain injury
- Deadlines: Which filing timelines apply, including shorter notice requirements for claims against municipal or government entities
Step 3: If You Retain Us, We Begin Immediately
Once you decide to move forward, our legal team takes action the same day:
- Preserve time-sensitive evidence — medical imaging, incident reports, surveillance footage, and worksite documentation
- Identify all responsible parties and available insurance coverage, including property owners, contractors, employers, and government entities
- Coordinate with your treating neurologist and retain independent neuropsychologists and life care planners to document the full impact of your brain injury
- Handle all insurer communications so you can focus on treatment and recovery
- Build a comprehensive demand package projecting lifetime medical costs, lost earning capacity, and ongoing care needs — and prepare for litigation if the case requires it
With over 30 years of experience, partners Howard Raphaelson and Andrew Levine lead our catastrophic injury practice. Our team includes paralegals, trial attorneys, and medical expert networks dedicated to documenting the full scope of brain injuries. Focus on your recovery — we will protect the claim.
We Handle All Types of Common Brain Injury Scenarios on Long Island
We have handled brain injury cases across Nassau and Suffolk counties, from construction sites and commercial properties to busy roadways and residential buildings across Long Island.
- Construction falls from heights: Scaffold collapses, ladder defects, and unprotected elevated work areas cause some of the most severe traumatic brain injuries. We'll investigate safety equipment records, OSHA logs, site inspection history, and Labor Law violations to prove liability.
- Struck-by incidents on construction sites: Falling tools, detached equipment parts, and unsecured materials can cause blunt-force and penetrating head injuries. We use equipment maintenance records, exclusion zone protocols, and site safety plans to discover fault.
- Motor vehicle collisions on Long Island roadways: High-speed impacts on the Long Island Expressway, Northern State Parkway, and Southern State Parkway frequently produce concussions and closed-head injuries. We investigate crash reports, vehicle data recorders, witness statements, and medical imaging from the ER to maximize your claim.
- Slip-and-fall head injuries at commercial properties: Wet floors, uneven surfaces, and poorly lit stairways at shopping centers, restaurants, and apartment buildings cause falls resulting in head trauma. We review incident reports, maintenance logs, surveillance footage, and building code compliance to determine negligence.
- Pedestrian and cyclist head injuries: Collisions at intersections, crosswalks, and bike lanes across Nassau and Suffolk counties can cause skull fractures and severe head trauma even at moderate speeds. We use traffic camera footage, police reports, and helmet usage documentation to maximize compensation.
- Assaults due to inadequate premises security: Parking garages, nightclubs, and apartment complexes with insufficient lighting, broken locks, or absent security personnel can lead to assaults resulting in TBI. We evaluate prior incident history, security staffing records, and property maintenance documentation to negotiate on your behalf.
- Sports and recreation injuries: Head injuries at gyms, recreational facilities, and youth sports programs where safety protocols were not followed or equipment was defective. We examine facility safety records, equipment maintenance history, and supervision protocols to find the truth.
If you are not sure where your situation fits, a free consultation can help you confirm next steps.
How Brain Injury Claims Work on Long Island
These are the questions Long Island accident victims ask most often ask about brain injury claims; from filing deadlines and costs to what happens in court and how fault is determined.
Serving Long Island and Nearby Communities
We represent brain injury victims across Nassau County, Suffolk County, and surrounding communities — with a local office in Woodbury that is easy to reach from anywhere on Long Island.
Our attorneys handle TBI cases originating throughout the region, from construction sites in western Nassau County to motor vehicle accidents on eastern Suffolk County highways.
We serve clients in Hempstead, Garden City, Mineola, Great Neck, Woodbury, Syosset, Jericho, Massapequa, Valley Stream, Levittown, Freeport, Long Beach, Rockville Centre, and Huntington.
If you were injured in a nearby community not listed here, we likely serve your area too — call (212) 268-3222 to confirm.
Related Long Island Practice Areas:
- Long Island Construction Accident Lawyer
- Long Island Slip and Fall Lawyer
- Long Island Truck Accident Lawyer
Local Resources in and Around Long Island
After a serious brain injury on Long Island, these resources can help with emergency medical care, police reports, and official records needed to support your claim.
Use these links to get help fast, document what happened, and request official records.
Hospitals and Trauma Centers
- North Shore University Hospital — Level I Trauma Center, Manhasset · (516) 562-0100
- Stony Brook University Hospital — Level I Trauma Center, Stony Brook · (631) 444-4000
- Nassau University Medical Center — East Meadow · (516) 572-0123
- NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island — Mineola · (516) 663-0333
- Long Island Jewish Medical Center — New Hyde Park · (516) 470-7000
Police and Reporting
- Nassau County Police Department — Records Bureau · (516) 573-7858
- Suffolk County Police Department — Central Records · (631) 852-6015
Courts
- Nassau County Supreme Court · (516) 493-3400
- Suffolk County Supreme Court — Riverhead · (631) 852-2333
If this is an emergency, call 911.
Meet the Attorneys Serving Long Island, NY
Brain injury cases on Long Island are led by our founding partners, who bring over three decades of experience handling catastrophic injury claims across Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Howard Raphaelson
Partner, Attorney
NY Bar #2452571. Founded Raphaelson & Levine in 1992 after graduating from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Over thirty years of personal injury experience, with particular depth in construction and catastrophic injury cases across Long Island. Recognized as a Super Lawyer (Thomson Reuters, 2014–present) and among New York's Best Lawyers (New York Magazine).
Andrew Levine
Partner, Attorney
NY Bar #4285805. Graduate of Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University — a Long Island institution. Featured in New York Magazine as one of New York's "Top Personal Injury Litigators" and recognized by Super Lawyers as a "Top Rated Personal Injury Attorney in New York" (2015–present). Leads case strategy on brain injury and catastrophic harm claims.
Visit Our Long Island Office
Our Long Island office is located at 135 Crossways Park Drive STE 404, in Woodbury, near the junction of the LIE and Jericho Turnpike, and is easy to reach by car or transit from anywhere in Nassau or Suffolk County.
Directions
From the Long Island Expressway (I-495): Take Exit 44N (Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway / Route 135 North). Go west on Route 25 (Jericho Turnpike). Turn right at the first light into Crossways Park.
From the Northern State Parkway: Take Route 135 (Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway) North to Route 25 (Jericho Turnpike). Head west. Turn right at the first light into Crossways Park.
From the Southern State Parkway: Take Route 135 North past the LIE to Route 25. Head west. Turn right at first light into Crossways Park.
By Transit: The LIRR Oyster Bay Branch stops at Syosset station (5-minute drive or taxi). The LIRR Main Line stops at Hicksville station (10-minute drive or taxi). NICE Bus routes N78/N79 stop at Jericho Turnpike & Crossways Park Drive (3-minute walk).
Parking: Free on-site parking available in the Crossways Park complex. Visitor parking is located directly in front of 135 Crossways Park Drive.
Get Your Free Case Review, Contact Us Today
If you or a loved one suffered a TBI on Long Island, call Raphaelson & Levine at (212) 268-3222 for a free legal consultation.
We'll evaluate the full scope of your TBI, connect you with medical experts if needed, and explain your legal options.
We're available 24/7. Hablamos español. 我们说普通话。You pay no attorney fees unless we recover for you.
Visit Our Long Island Office
Our Long Island office is in Woodbury, NY, with convenient access for clients across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
- By car: Conveniently located near the Long Island Expressway (I-495) and Northern State Parkway.
- Public transportation: Nearest LIRR stations: Syosset, Hicksville, and Cold Spring Harbor (taxi or rideshare from station)
