Old Chatham Personal Injury Lawyers

Martin Edelman began practicing law nearly 40 years ago when he joined his father, Jerome Edelman, to form Edelman & Edelman, P.C. Martin is widely recognized as one of the most tenacious and dedicated litigators in New York. He is known for taking the "impossible" cases and recovering substantial damages when other firms have insisted there was no claim.

Marijo has devoted her entire legal career to litigating on behalf of those who have suffered immeasurable loss from a catastrophic injury or death of a loved one. Her empathetic approach to her clients, remarkable trial skills, and relentless pursuit of justice have made her one of the top women trial attorneys in the area of personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice.

Recently named one of the “Top Women’s Litigators” in New York by Super Lawyers in 2017, Ms. Adimey has quickly become a formidable force of the Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf Team. Since...

Robert A. O'Hare Jr. is a founding partner of O’Hare Parnagian LLP and head of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. Robert began his highly successful legal career, spanning over 20 years, working on complex business and corporate litigation at top-tier national and international law firms. Today, he continues to litigate high stakes business matters. However, after forming O’Hare Parnagian in 1999, Robert began to represent people who were seriously injured or killed because of the wrongful conduct of others, mainly in response to requests by the firm’s clients and Robert’s colleagues in the wider legal profession. By applying his widely...

James Rubinowitz is a personal injury attorney who is devoted to helping clients obtain justice after suffering catastrophic injury. Mr. Rubinowitz handles all types of cases, including those involving motor vehicle crashes, premises liability, labor law, construction injuries, medical mal practice, product liability, and wrongful death. He is involved in all stages of our clients’ litigation and is passionate about making sure our clients receive full and fair compensation for their injuries. James has assisted in numerous cases that have resulted in large verdicts and settlements, including one that resulted in a $71 million verdict for a woman that was...

Mr. Pace has briefed and argued cases in federal appellate courts around the country and in several state supreme courts. His clients have included sitting U.S. Senators, the Center for Constitutional Rights, the ACLU of NJ, as well as several startups. He has extensive experience litigating a wide array of matters, including: civil rights, First Amendment, consumer rights, FOIL and FOIA, class actions, defamation, arbitration, business disputes, and torts. Prior to founding J. Pace Law, Mr. Pace was senior legal counsel at Reprieve US, where he directed the group's First Amendment and national security litigation. He held the...

Robert E. Brown, founder of the Law Offices of Robert E. Brown, P.C., has been a leading advocate for personal injury victims since 2006. His practice focuses on car accidents, slip and falls, truck accidents, and premises liability. Before launching his firm, Mr. Brown gained extensive experience at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson and Slotnick, Shapiro & Crocker. He also served as a Captain in the New York City Police Department, retiring after over 23 years of distinguished service. Mr. Brown’s firm has been featured on major news networks like CNN, NBC, and CBS, and in leading publications such as...

Joseph A. Ginarte launched his legal career in 1982, and in the ensuing years he has seen his practice expand into a full service trial law firm with a steadily growing staff of lawyers and support personnel.To Ginarte, the success of his firm is directly attributable to a philosophy of hard work and commitment that was instilled in him by his parents when he was a boy growing up in Newark. Both parents worked in factories, and when Ginarte was a college student at Kean University in Union , he too worked in a factory—as a full-time forklift operator—while completing...

Christine Colvert is a native of Brooklyn, New York, and a dedicated advocate for injured workers in the area. As a member of Shulman & Hill since 2015, Christine has built a reputation as a fierce and effective representative for her clients. She has successfully secured settlements, lost wage payments, and authorization for medical treatment for thousands of injured workers across Brooklyn and the surrounding boroughs. Christine's commitment to providing competent and comprehensive representation is unwavering, and she finds great satisfaction in being a part of the team at Shulman & Hill, where this mission is shared by all.

Noah Passer, a Partner who hails from New York, is a seasoned litigator with a primary focus on advocating for injured workers and securing the maximum compensation for them. With a wealth of experience in Workers' Compensation, Noah is well-versed in all phases of the process, from the initial claims to trial, settlement, and permanency. He has a proven track record of litigating any disputed matter pertaining to the employment relationship, medical treatment approval, disability, permanency, and other related issues. Noah commands a high level of respect from his peers and colleagues, and he is unwavering in his commitment to...

Attorney Robert King is an experienced and highly accomplished Rochester criminal defense & personal injury lawyer who has tried hundreds of cases. He founded King Law with the goal of protecting the rights and freedoms of clients during their time of need. Mr. King has provided effective representation for countless clients facing all types of criminal charges or who have been injured by a negligent party in New York. As a former prosecutor, Attorney King has experience on both sides of the courtroom and is a veteran of many trials.

Robert King was featured in the 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019...

Mr. Kool is known for specializing in particularly difficult cases. Hallmarks of his approach are meticulous attention to detail, creative thinking, and a sincerity that is evident to opposing counsel, judges and juries alike. He combines outstanding courtroom and negotiation skills with an unusual degree of empathy with his clients. Mr. Kool believes that this sense of compassion makes him all the more effective as an advocate. “Because I care about my clients, it compels me to be that much more persuasive,” Mr. Kool says. He also makes a point of spending as much time as needed with each client...

A lifelong resident of the Syracuse area, Charles L. Falgiatano, graduated from Nazareth College of Rochester with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a concentration in pre-law in 1994. Mr. Falgiatano was on the Nazareth College Men's Basketball team and a member of the Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society. Following his undergraduate work, Mr. Falgiatano worked as a legislative aid to State Senator John A. DeFrancisco concentrating on state budget matters, economic development projects and constituent service. Mr. Falgiatano received his Juris Doctor degree from Syracuse University in 2001 and was a member of the Syracuse Law...

For over thirty-five years, initially as a physician and surgeon and subsequently as an attorney representing injury victims, I have worked to help individuals overcome the physical, emotional, and financial devastation inflicted by serious injury. It is a privilege for me to represent seriously injured individuals and their families against insurance companies, corporations, companies, doctors, hospitals, and individuals who were negligent. No matter how extensive or advanced the medical treatment, an individual and his or her family is never the same after trauma alters their lives. Additionally, I am called upon to assist physicians as personal counsel in lawsuits against them,...

David is life-long resident of upstate NY. David graduated Magna Cum Laude from Syracuse University School of Management and then earned his law degree from the Syracuse Law. Prior to joining Michaels Bersani Kalabanka, David was a partner in prominent Syracuse insurance defense firm. It was there that David learned the "how to's ” of insurance companies andthe manner that insurance defense firms evaluate and defend cases. David has been successful using this knowledge to “turn the tables” on the insurance companies to obtain large settlements and verdicts for his injured clients. Dave has consistently been rated and selected as...

Colin Campbell is a trial attorney with over thirty years of experience and an exceptional record of success in the courtroom. There are very few lawyers in the United States that have obtained multiple seven figure jury verdicts in several different areas of personal injury law, including motor vehicle and motorcycle cases; construction accidents, and medical malpractice. Mr. Campbell is one of them. He is also regularly retained by other lawyers and law firms to consult with and assist them with their personal injury trials. Campbell began his career working as an attorney for insurance companies. After several...

James C. Freeman, Of Counsel at the Law Office of Andrew J. Gilbride, is a highly experienced civil litigator who has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients. His personal injury and medical malpractice verdicts and settlements have been publicized in various media outlets. Early on in his legal career, Mr. Freeman worked as an Assistant County Attorney for Westchester County from 1990-1995. Mr. Freeman also represented physicians and hospitals at a well respected defense firm. His experience on both sides of the aisle works to the benefit of all his current clients, medical malpractice and personal injury...

A tough, aggressive trial lawyer, Michael Anthony Rossi began practicing in New York in 1981 and went on to form The Rossi Law Firm. The Rossi Law firm is a “results oriented” criminal and civil litigation firm with offices in Downtown Buffalo, representing clients throughout NY State. In his 42 years of practice, Michael has focused his expertise in the areas of serious personal injury claims, complex divorce and custody matters, and criminal and DWI defense. As senior trial counsel of the firm, Michael is a fierce advocate for his clients because he knows how important results are. He has demonstrated...

Laraine Kelley is recognized as one of the Western New York region's preeminent medical malpractice attorneys. She has significant experience representing victims of medical malpractice, fighting for clients' rights, finding answers to what happened, and obtaining successful results so justice is served for clients. Her legal skill, track record of results, and professional ethics have been acknowledged by peers, earning her several industry recognitions, including "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers in America; inclusion in Super Lawyers; and an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Anne E. Joynt is a Junior Partner at Lipsitz, Ponterio & Comerford, LLC, and she has spent her entire legal career at the firm, having joined straight out of law school in 2005. She focuses her practice on representing those affected by childhood lead poisoning, and also has experience in other cases including those involving asbestos exposure, motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, and defective products. She also represents clients who sustained abuse as children. She has participated in all aspects of a personal injury case, including trial. In October of 2014, she, along with Joseph Kremer and Zachary...

Adela graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a triple major in Health Services, Administration of Justice and Communications. She obtained her J.D., cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, with certificates in Civil Litigation and Health Services.

Following graduation, Adela spent almost three years in Boston, Massachusetts representing clients in a variety of matters, including personal injury, summary process, contract disputes, and class action cases. In 2017, she moved to Buffalo, New York where she concentrated her practice in litigation, medical malpractice defense, nursing home defense, employment discrimination defense, and corporate health care matters....

We help nuclear weapons and uranium workers with their Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) and Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) claims. These are two federal programs that pay compensation to nuclear weapons workers and uranium miners, millers, transporters as well as on-site participants (who were on-site for a test of a nuclear weapon either at the Nevada Test Site (NTS) or in the South Pacific and Downwinders (who lived downwind of the Nevada Test Site during the nuclear weapons testing that took place in the 1940s- 1960s. We also assist parents and their children with certain birth injury...

John is an attorney experienced in personal injury litigation and appellate practice in both state and federal court. Prior to joining Campbell and Associates, John completed the two-year Appellate Attorney program with the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division Fourth Department in Rochester, New York. John graduated from the College of William & Mary with a bachelor’s degree in History and was on the Dean’s List. He graduated cum laude (top 8%) from Santa Clara University School of Law where he was a Research Editor on Santa Clara’s Law Review, a member of the Order of the Coif, and the...

Tim DeMore is an experienced trial attorney having successfully tried numerous high profile cases to verdict in State and Federal Courts since 2000. Tim’s practice is primarily focused on representing individuals who have been severely injured as a result of medical malpractice, automobile accidents, products liability claims, construction site accidents and wrongful death claims. Based upon Tim’s history of success with personal injury and medical malpractice claims, he has attained an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available for legal ability and professional ethics. He has also been selected by his peers for inclusion in the Super...

Joshua F. Scrivani is a litigation attorney in Tiveron Law’s Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice departments. His focus areas within the Personal Injury Department include automobile accidents, slip and fall accidents, wrongful death, dog bite incidents, and construction accidents. Before joining the firm, Mr. Scrivani worked at several local personal injury law firms. Early in his legal career, he developed his unwavering passion for helping his seriously injured clients achieve the best possible results. Joshua understands the unique hardships endured by each client and prides himself on his personal approach to every case. Mr. Scrivani grew up in the City of Buffalo...

Attorney Emanuel Mouganis has the accolades you and your family can trust, including being ranked by the National Trial Lawyers as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of New York. He is also ranked by the American Institute of Family Attorneys as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in the State of New York and has a perfect rating by AVVO. He is also ranked by the American Institute of Criminal Attorneys as one of the Top 10 Criminal Law Attorneys in the State of New York. Prior to becoming a...

The Law Office of Paul G. Barden, PLLC focuses on personal injury litigation, medical malpractice claims, and healthcare licensing issues. As a former JAG officer, I have the experience and knowledge necessary for helping my clients obtain the justice they deserve. Contact the office today for a free consultation!

I founded Cordello Law PLLC to focus entirely on labor and employment litigation on behalf of employees throughout the Rochester, New York area. Since that time, my law firm has been instrumental in obtaining significant financial recoveries for clients through the litigation and negotiation of employment disputes. While a firm’s success is generally measured from a financial standpoint, I am proud of the fact that my cases have also led to changes in illegal and abusive employment practices.

Jon Bonavilla is a highly experienced and aggressive litigator. His practice focuses on civil matters with a particular emphasis on personal injury, matrimonial and family law, sexual harassment and discrimination, employment law, business disputes, and estate litigation. He also provides real estate advice and general estate planning for his clients. Jon’s focus is on assisting his clients successfully through the legal process. In dealing with any legal matter he seeks to ensure his clients are fully informed, taking the time to explain difficult issues and decisions that are often involved. Jon’s depth of experience makes him...

For more than 31 years I have proudly assisted badly injured folks in injury and malpractice cases throughout NY and PA.

Three times I have been selected "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers in America. I have also been selected as a NY SuperLawyer, for membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and I am rated 10.0 by Avvo.com.

However, I am most proud of the very nice things my clients have had to say about my representation of them. You can read client comments here (http://www.zifflaw.com/client-comments/) and my complete bio here (http://www.zifflaw.com/lawyers/jim-reed/)

Kim Wolf Price is the Director of Externship Programs at Syracuse University College of Law. Having spent nearly eight years as a legislative coordinator at the New York Public Welfare Association and senior regional coordinator at the New York State Assembly - Communications Services, and three years a securities and white collar criminal defense attorney with the New York City office of Clifford Chance LLP. Ms. Wolf Price is admitted to practice in all New York State courts, as well as the United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts. She is a member of the American Bar...

Matthew Maiorana brings an expertise and insight into New York personal injury litigation that is distinctive among personal injury attorneys in our State. Matt began his legal career defending cases brought by injured persons against the City of New York. His litigation skills and talents were recognized immediately and he was entrusted with defending the City of New York in the most serious and complex matters in the Special Litigation Unit. His efforts earned him a Municipal Affairs Award from the Association of the Bar of the City of New York, as well as numerous awards directly from the City...

Ms. Riggi's practice focuses on cases sounding in medical malpractice, workplace accident, motor vehicle, product liability, wrongful death and severe personal injury matters.

Ms. Riggi sits on the Board of Directors of the Central New York Women's Bar Association (CNYWBA), and is a CNYWBA delegate to the New York State Women's Bar Association. She also authors the 1st Department Update for the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, and has been selected for inclusion on The National Trial Lawyers "Top 40 Under 40" list for New York.

Ms. Riggi is a graduate of Siena College, magna cum laude,...

Whenever a discussion is held about the top trial attorneys practicing in New York today, the name Barry Washor is consistently mentioned near the top of the list. Since he began practicing law in 1981, Barry has established a reputation as one of the top medical malpractice and personal injury lawyers in New York. His reputation stems from exceptional results and his integrity. His track record of success places him among the elite attorneys in New York history. Over the course of his career, Barry has recorded over 200 verdicts and settlements in excess of $1 million.

Barry’s outstanding legal skills...

Attorney Adler is a Long Island estate planning lawyer who has the dedication and experience you are looking for in your representative. When you come to the Adler Law Firm, PLLC, you can have confidence in the help you can receive. Attorney Adler has dealt with all kinds of complications and hardships, and he is ready to stand beside you and assist you at this time. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree at the State University of New York at Albany. He later received his Juris Doctorate at Brooklyn Law School. When you come to this law office, you...

Client Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 Stars Avvo Rating: 10.0 out of 10.0 Practice limited to Accidents, Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice

Scott is a partner in The Odierno Law Firm, P.C. and his practice includes all manner of personal injury representation, from intake to trial. He has successfully resolved or tried cases in every major area of personal injury practice, including motor vehicle and truck accidents, labor law and scaffolding injuries, premises falls, and lack of security cases. Scott oversees all motion and appellate practice in the personal injury department. He was born and raised in New York.

As a former defense attorney who has not only defended personal injury claims but also legal malpractice claims, I understand what to do and, more importantly, what not to do when handling a personal injury case. Defending lawyers and law firms against legal malpractice claims, I witnessed firsthand the mistakes that can be made when handling personal injury cases. That experience gave me the tools to become an aggressive and successful personal injury attorney who pays attention to detail. I am a Long Island native. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 2001 and my law degree from...