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New York: Your payout drops by your share of fault, but you can still recover even if you were mostly at fault.
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Rizzuto Injury Firm
4.9 · 439 reviews · Free consultation
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Terry Katz & Associates, P.C.
4.9 · 267 reviews · Free consultation
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Licatesi Law Group, LLP
4.8 · 232 reviews · Free consultation
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With over 15 years of experience in personal injury law, the Rizzuto Injury Firm focuses on cases like car accidents, medical malpractice, and slip and falls. Clients appreciate the team’s attentive communication and genuine care throughout the legal process, though some note that case progress can vary depending on complexity.
Terry Katz & Associates, P.C. focuses on personal injury and workers' compensation cases, helping clients navigate complex claims with attentive support. Their team is known for clear communication and thorough guidance throughout the process, though some clients note the experience can require patience. Many appreciate the caring approach and detailed explanations provided.
Known for clear communication and steady support, Licatesi Law Group, LLP helps clients navigate car accident claims with care and professionalism. The team handles every step of the legal process, keeping clients informed and addressing questions promptly. Many appreciate their patient approach and the personal attention provided throughout each case.
Pick how serious the injury is. Each point shows the average medical bill for that body part at that severity; bigger point = costlier injury. Tap a point to compare it with the average workers’ comp claim for the same body part, which also pays lost wages. Then run the calculator for your own number.
Duffy & Duffy, PLLC focuses on car accident and civil tort claims, serving clients with clear communication and empathy. The team handles cases methodically and responds promptly, often providing easy-to-understand explanations. Some clients note occasional late-night calls and delayed callbacks, but many appreciate the respectful and patient approach.
Spadaro Law Group focuses on personal injury cases, including car accidents, with a hands-on approach that keeps clients informed throughout. They handle everything from case evaluation to courtroom advocacy, aiming to ease the stress of legal processes. Clients often mention the team’s professionalism, clear communication, and transparent pricing.
Known for their clear communication and thorough case handling, Maltese & Gabriele PLLC focuses on personal injury claims including car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Their team guides clients through investigation, negotiation, and litigation with personalized attention, earning praise for professionalism and responsiveness throughout the legal process.
With over 35 years of experience and a no recovery, no-fee policy, this firm focuses on personal injury cases like auto accidents and wrongful death claims. The team offers free consultations and Spanish-speaking services, guiding clients through complex legal processes. Some clients find the office less organized, but many appreciate the attentive, thorough representation.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Starting price | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rizzuto Injury Firm | 4.9 | 439 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 604-5496 | Visit |
| 2 | Terry Katz & Associates, P.C. | 4.9 | 267 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 990-6495 | Visit |
| 3 | Licatesi Law Group, LLP | 4.8 | 232 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 227-2662 | Visit |
| 4 | Duffy & Duffy, PLLC | 4.5 | 194 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 756-9551 | Visit |
| 5 | Spadaro Law Group, PLLC | 5.0 | 23 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 273-4674 | Visit |
| 6 | Maltese & Gabriele PLLC | 5.0 | 20 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 865-9600 | Visit |
| 7 | Law Office Albert Zafonte, Jr. | 4.3 | 6 | No Win, No Fee | (516) 505-7001 | Visit |
This calculator uses the multiplier method, the starting point most insurance adjusters and personal injury lawyers use. It adds your financial losses (medical bills and lost wages) to a pain-and-suffering figure, which is those losses multiplied by a factor set by how serious the injury is: 1.5 to 2 times for minor injuries, up to 4 to 5 times for catastrophic ones. The type of accident adjusts the result, and it is then reduced by your share of fault under New York law. In New York, a no-fault state, it also separates what your own PIP insurance pays from what you can claim from the other driver.
New York is a no-fault state. After a car accident, your own personal injury protection (PIP) pays your medical bills and 80% of your lost income, up to $50,000, whoever caused the crash.
You can claim pain and suffering from the at-fault driver only if your injury meets New York's serious-injury threshold: a fracture, significant disfigurement, permanent loss or limitation of a body organ, member or function, significant limitation of a body function, or death. Financial losses above your PIP limit can still be claimed.
Since May 26, 2026, a driver who is more than 50% at fault for a car accident in New York can no longer recover pain and suffering, only a reduced share of their financial losses.
Motorcycle riders are generally outside PIP and follow the ordinary fault rules. Choose Motorcycle Accident in the calculator above to see that estimate.
General information about New York law, not legal advice, and the estimate is not a guarantee of any outcome. A lawyer can tell you how these rules apply to your case.
General information, not legal advice — consult a licensed New York attorney.