New York City Personal Injury Lawyers
Over 25 years fighting for injured New Yorkers. $100M+ recovered for our clients. Free consultation, and no fee unless we win.
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Years fighting for injured New Yorkers
Personal Injury Lawyers in NYC & Brooklyn
The Rybak Firm, PLLC is a Brooklyn personal injury law firm that has represented injured New Yorkers for more than 25 years. If you are looking for an experienced personal injury lawyer in NYC, our attorneys handle car and truck accidents, construction accidents, slip and fall injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death claims in all five boroughs.
We have recovered more than $100 million for our clients. Every case starts with a free consultation, and you pay no fee unless we win.
Our Practice Areas
Car accidents
Our car accident lawyers in Brooklyn and NYC handle rear-end crashes, intersection collisions, and hit-and-run cases. We deal with No-Fault insurance, prove the serious injury threshold, and pursue the at-fault driver for full compensation.
Truck accidents
Our truck accident lawyers in NYC handle collisions with commercial trucks and tractor-trailers across the city. These crashes often cause catastrophic injuries and involve trucking companies and strict federal safety rules, so experienced representation makes a real difference.
Construction accidents
Our construction accident lawyers in NYC handle falls, scaffold collapses, and falling object injuries on New York job sites. Under Labor Law §240, contractors and property owners can be held strictly liable, which makes these some of the most valuable injury claims in the state.
Slip and Fall
Our slip and fall lawyers in NYC help people hurt by a wet floor, broken stairs, or an icy sidewalk on someone else’s property. To recover compensation, we prove the owner knew, or should have known, about the hazard.
Medical malpractice
Our medical malpractice lawyers in NYC represent patients harmed by misdiagnosis, surgical errors, birth injuries, and medication mistakes. We work with medical experts to show how the care fell below the accepted standard and what it cost you.
Wrongful death
Our wrongful death lawyers in NYC help families recover lost income, funeral costs, and the value of lost care and guidance when a loved one dies because of someone else’s negligence. New York generally allows two years to file, so time matters.
Pedestrian accidents
Our pedestrian accident lawyers in NYC represent people hit in crosswalks, on sidewalks, and by turning vehicles. Pedestrians are covered by No-Fault, and we also pursue the driver and, when a dangerous road condition played a role, the city.
Motorcycle accidents
Our motorcycle accident lawyers in NYC fight the bias riders often face from insurance companies. Motorcyclists are not covered by No-Fault in New York, so building a strong liability case against the at-fault driver is essential.
Uber & Lyft accidents
Our Uber and Lyft accident lawyers in NYC help passengers, drivers, and pedestrians injured in rideshare and taxi crashes. We identify every available insurance policy, including the rideshare company’s commercial coverage, to maximize your recovery.
Court Victories Against Major Insurance Companies
Insurance companies have teams of lawyers working to pay as little as possible. Our attorneys take them on in court, and win. Below are selected decisions from our cases in New York courts, including the Appellate Term.
v. Progressive
The court granted summary judgment to our client and denied Progressive’s motion to dismiss the case.
v. MetLife
The appeals court reversed the dismissal of our client’s case and denied MetLife’s motion for summary judgment.
v. Infinity Group
The lower court’s dismissal was reversed on appeal, and the insurer’s motion for summary judgment was denied.
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How Our NYC Personal Injury Lawyers Handle Your Case
Hiring a personal injury attorney in NYC should not add stress to an already difficult time. Here is what happens after you contact The Rybak Firm.
Free Consultation
Call us or fill out our contact form. An attorney reviews what happened, explains your rights, and tells you whether you have a case. There is no cost and no obligation.
Investigation & Claim
We gather police reports, medical records, video, and witness statements, consult experts when needed, and file your claims, including No-Fault, before any deadline passes.
Settlement or Trial
We negotiate with the insurance company for a fair settlement. If they refuse to pay what your case is worth, we are ready to take your case to trial.
Why Injured New Yorkers Choose The Rybak Firm
Our office is on Voorhies Avenue in Brooklyn, and you can call us day or night: (718) 307-5554.
200+ cases tried
Louis DeSorbo, our primary trial attorney, has tried more than 200 cases.
Russian and Ukrainian spoken
Oleg Rybak and Karina Barska speak both, along with English.
Decisions you can read
See our court decisions in cases against Progressive, MetLife, Allstate, and others.
No fee unless we recover
No upfront costs and no hourly bills.
Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our Attorneys
What Compensation Can You Recover in New York?
The value of a personal injury case depends on how serious your injuries are, how they affect your work and daily life, the insurance coverage available, and how clearly the other party is at fault. New York follows pure comparative negligence, so you can still recover even if you were partly to blame; your award is reduced by your share of fault.
Economic Damages
Money for losses you can document with bills and records:
- Medical bills and future treatment
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity
- Physical therapy, rehabilitation, and home care
- Out-of-pocket expenses and property damage
Non-Economic Damages
Compensation for how the injury has changed your life:
- Past and future pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and anxiety
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent injury, scarring, or disfigurement
- Loss of services and companionship for a spouse
What Our Personal Injury Clients Say
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People We've Helped
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving All Five Boroughs
From our Brooklyn office, we represent injury victims throughout New York City. We know the local courts, the city agencies, and the streets where these accidents happen. We also represent clients in Staten Island and the greater New York area.
Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Claims in NYC
Reviewed by Oleg Rybak, Attorney · Last updated October 2026
How much does a personal injury lawyer in NYC cost?
Nothing upfront. The Rybak Firm handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means our fee is a percentage of the money we recover for you through a settlement or verdict. If we do not win your case, you do not pay an attorney’s fee. Your first consultation is always free.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York?
Under New York’s statute of limitations, you generally have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Some deadlines are much shorter. Claims against New York City or another public agency generally require a Notice of Claim within 90 days, and the lawsuit must usually be filed within one year and 90 days. Medical malpractice claims generally must be filed within two and a half years, and wrongful death claims within two years. Because exceptions apply, speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.
How much is my personal injury case worth?
Every case is different. The value depends on how severe your injuries are, your medical costs and lost income, how the injury affects your daily life, the strength of the evidence on fault, and the insurance coverage available. During your free consultation, our attorneys review these factors and explain what a fair recovery could look like.
What is No-Fault insurance, and can I still sue after a car accident?
New York is a No-Fault state. After a car accident, your own auto insurance pays basic economic losses, such as medical bills and part of your lost wages, up to $50,000, no matter who caused the crash. You generally must apply within 30 days. To sue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering, your injury must meet New York’s “serious injury” threshold, such as a fracture, significant disfigurement, or an injury that keeps you from your usual activities for 90 of the first 180 days. Our No-Fault insurance lawyers can help with both.
Can I still recover compensation if I was partly at fault?
Yes. New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule. You can recover damages even if you were partly responsible for the accident; your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault, you can still recover 80% of your damages.
What should I do after an accident in New York City?
Get medical care right away, even if you feel fine. Report the accident to the police or the property owner, take photos of the scene and your injuries, and collect contact information from witnesses. Keep your medical records and receipts. Do not give a recorded statement to the other side’s insurance company or sign anything before speaking with a personal injury lawyer.
How long does a personal injury case take in New York?
Some cases settle within months, while cases that go to litigation can take one to three years or longer. The timeline depends on the extent of your injuries, how long your medical treatment lasts, whether fault is disputed, and the court’s schedule. We work to resolve your case as quickly as possible without accepting less than it is worth.
You Pay Nothing Unless We Recover Compensation for You
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs and no hourly bills. Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict we win for you, and if we do not recover money, you owe us no attorney’s fee.
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Visit Us in Brooklyn
- 1810 Voorhies Avenue, 3rd Fl., Suite 7, Brooklyn, NY 11235
- (718) 307-5554 · Available 24/7
- injury@rybakfirm.com
- Office hours: Mon–Fri, 9AM–6PM
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