Workers’ Compensation lawyers in New York Kristen Degnan to Peter Kaplan

Explore New York attorneys like Kristen Degnan, Kristin Norfleet, Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers, Mark C. Somers, Matthew Lerner, Maureen Tighe, Michael Catallo, and Peter Kaplan. in cities like Buffalo, Brooklyn, Albany, Sleepy Hollow and Buffalo. These attorneys specialize in Workers’ Compensation in Zip codes like 14202, 13202, 14202.

Kristen Degnan

Firm: Law Offices of Kristen Balbick Degnan
70 Niagara St. , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Family
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Kristin Norfleet

Firm: Smith, Sovik, Kendrick & Sugnet, P.C.
250 S Clinton St Ste 600 , Syracuse , New York 13202
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
Kristin joined Smith Sovik in October 2000 and was elected to partnership in 2009.. Kristin's practice focuses in many areas of litigation including trucking and motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, Labor Law, professional/medical malpractice, No-Fault claims and  Workers’ Compensation defense.  Kristin spends the majority of her time defending trucking companies like McLane Northeast and retail/restaurant establishments like Carrols Corporation as well as individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents.. Kristin is a trial lawyer and appellate advocate.  Since joining Smith Sovik over 15 years ago, she has successfully tried cases in the areas of premises liability, Labor Law and motor vehicle accidents.. Kristin has received an AV Preeminent rating from her peers through Martindale-Hubbell and the "Forty Under 40" Award from Oswego County Business Magazine.  Kristin has also been honored with her inclusion in Super Lawyers Magazine Upstate New York Edition for 2013, 2014 and 2015.
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“Kristin has handled many trucking liability cases for us and is very thorough in her investigations”
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Peter Cordovano

Firm: Peter M Cordovano, P.C.
1 North Roberts Road , Highland , New York 12528
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
Practicing in Workers Compensation, Uninsured Employer and penalty cases before the NYS Worker's Compensation Board, Social Security Disability And New York State Retirement Disability.. "Peter Cordovano, Esq. ranks among the top social security and workers' compensation lawyers in the Hudson Valley. In addition, Peter is a good guy and is easy to get along with." - John Fisher - Medical Malpractice Attorney Kingston, NY. Peter M. Cordovano, Esq. is an experienced and dedicated attorney that has provided the seriously injured with expert legal service. The firm only takes cases we believe in and we work to make every case a success. Since 1987. Peter has dedicated his its practice to prosecuting claims for injured NYS workers before the NYS Workers Compensation Board and the Social Security Administration.. Peter is "AV Distinguished Peer-Review Rated" by Martindale Hubbell. This is the highest rating an attorney can receive based upon the confidential opinions of lawyers and judges. It is an independent attestation of a lawyer's legal ability and professional ethics. Peter has lectured on Attorney Ethics and Anatomy and Physiology before the NYS Injured Workers Bar Association, and has lectured before the NYS Bar Association on NYS Worker’s Compensation. Mr. Cordovano's reputation for personal attention, dedication of effort, and case results are second to none. Clients appreciate the personal attention, hands-on approach and thorough preparation of their cases. Peter's knowledgeable and personable staff takes pride in helping people understand the process and in getting that help sooner rather than later.. No one looks to suffer the physical, financial and emotional burdens of an on-the-job injury. The course and direction of these claims can be frustrating and confusing. You may find yourself injured, unable to work, and worried about your future and your family's future. If that should occur, put Peter’s knowledge, skill, education, and expertise to work.. Good results just don’t happen. The firm actively obtains and exchanges medical reports from their clients. Healthcare providers to assist maximizing awards and minimizing the time it takes for the jurisdiction to make its findings while maximizing results.. Peter is personable, easy to talk to, and his clients enjoy his sense of humor. Mr. Cordovano conscientiously attempts to return all telephone calls and e-mails within 24 hours, often the very same day. Mr. Cordovano is known to telephone clients on weekends as well.
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“Peter Cordovano, Esq. ranks among the top social security and workers' compensation lawyers in the Hudson Valley. In addition, Peter is a good guy and is easy to get along with.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Paul J. Antonowicz

Firm: Hamberger & Weiss
South Washington Street , Rochester , New York 14614
Practice Areas: Insurance ,Workers Compensation
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“Mr. Paul Antonowicz guided me through very difficult and confusing Workers Compensation hearings and with his vast knowledge in this area succeeded...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Oliver Minott

Firm: Law Offices of Oliver C. Minott, P.C.
307 West 38th Street Suite 1620 , New York , New York 10018
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
Oliver C. Minott, Esq., brings over two decades of extensive legal experience to his practice, focusing on Workers’ Compensation Law, Social Security Disability, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). A graduate of Union College (1992) and Western New England Law School (1995), Mr. Minott is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey. He is an active member of the Bronx County Bar Association, Essex County Bar Association, and Brooklyn County Bar Association, underscoring his dedication to professional excellence. Beyond his legal career, Mr. Minott is a committed member of Christ Church. Known for his personalized approach and deep understanding of the law, Oliver C. Minott is ready to advocate for your rights and deliver results-driven representation.
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“Cares and provides the best service to his clients. Oliver Minott is attentive to details and commun”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“Worker’s compensation, social security, personal injury attorney”
— Elissa Santos
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Nicole Henriquez

Firm: Bronnberg & Henriquez P.C.
3438 Bell Boulevard , Bayside , New York 11361
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
"Small Enough to Care, Big Enough to Win.". Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability Appeals. Calll us today  or
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“nd her to anyone.”
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“Ms. Henriquez is a highly capable attorney committed to providing clients experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive representation. I endorse her without reservation.”
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“This group is not easily seen group, excellent and trust worthy group. I thought my case was ended but they brought my case back, continued fought for me. You can 100% rely on them…”
— Ki Young Kang
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Nancy A. Bergan

Firm: Nancy A. Bergan, P.C.
26 Court Street   1012 New  11242 , Brooklyn , New York 11242
Practice Areas: Arbitration & Mediation,Social Security Benefits & Disability,Workers Compensation
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Michael Varon

Firm: Law Office of Michael Lawrence Varon, PLLC
14 Mamaroneck Ave Ste 400 , White Plains , New York 10601
Practice Areas: Social Security Benefits & Disability, Workers Compensation
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“Worst lawyer I've had thus far. Used my vulnerability against me and was only in it for the money. It was to the point that many of my coworkers would ask if he was working for the…”
— EmpressNickiie
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Scott Lamonsoff

Firm: The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, PLLC
32 Old Slip at Financial Square , New York , New York 10005
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Car Accidents, Slip and Fall Accident, Trucking Accident
The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff is one of New York’s largest and most successful personal injury law firms that specializes in construction accidents, personal injury, premises liability, trip and falls, commuter accidents, and sexual abuse and assault cases.Attorney Michael “The Bull” Lamonsoff is known for his relentless approach when fighting for his clients. For Michael, the only acceptable outcome is victory. He has put together a team of highly aggressive litigators that have won over $500 million dollars for the firm’s clients. Some of the awards are the highest settlements and verdicts in NYC history. The Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff has been featured in New York Magazines’ Top Verdict and Settlements for its achievements for the past 5 years. Mr. Lamonsoff has been inducted into the Million Dollar and Multi-Million-dollar Advocates’ forum. His mission is clear. When he and his firm were featured by New York Magazine's Leaders in the Law edition as a leading personal Injury lawyer, he stated "I love to win, and my clients love me for it."
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“lt very confident we were in good hands. Case was built strong for trial so the insurance company ha”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“I definitely made the right choice with choosing Michael as my attorney. The process was as smooth as can be and I couldn't be happier with the results. If you want an attorney who…”
— Tristan
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Ponterio

Firm: Lipsitz, Ponterio & Comerford, LLC
424 Main Street, Suite 1500 , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Asbestos , Automobile Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Toxic Substances, Workers Compensation, Mesothelioma & Asbestos
Michael A. Ponterio is a founding partner of Lipsitz, Ponterio & Comerford, LLC. Mr. Ponterio represents families in Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Rochester, Syracuse, and across New York State who have suffered injuries as a result of exposure to asbestos, childhood lead poisoning, automobile accidents, medical malpractice, and families suffering injuries as a result of defective products.. Mr. Ponterio has been representing people suffering from mesothelioma caused by asbestos for 26 years. He obtained the first personal injury jury verdict in the State of New York for an asbestos victim (Racich v. Celotex Corporation). Mr. Ponterio also obtained the first punitive damage award for an asbestos worker in the State of New York (Racich v. Celotex Corporation). Mr. Ponterio and his partner, John Ned Lipsitz, also received the first personal injury jury verdict in Buffalo, New York, on behalf of an asbestos victim (Wolf v. Celotex Corporation).. Since 1988, Mr. Ponterio has obtained over $250 million in settlements on behalf of the firm’s mesothelioma clients.. Mr. Ponterio has served as trial counsel in asbestos cases involving plaintiffs’ jury verdicts in excess of $25 million:. In July 2017, Mr. Ponterio obtained a $1.2 million dollar jury verdict in a medical malpractice lawsuit against two doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center for failing to timely diagnose a female client's bowel perforation.. In September 2011, Mr. Ponterio obtained the first jury verdict in Western New York on behalf of a lead poisoned child. In November 2013, Mr. Ponterio, together with Senior Partner Zachary J. Woods, Esq., obtained a verdict on behalf of a Rochester, New York, child for injuries resulting from exposure to lead based paint.. Mr. Ponterio was selected as a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters from 2011 to 2021, recognizing his excellence in the practice of law. Only 5% of the attorneys in Upstate New York are named Super Lawyers.
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“Michael, good morning to you. Again we thank you for all the great work in helping us in obtaining a”
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“Working with these attorneys was a positive experience despite it being centered around a very painful diagnosis of mesothelioma. It was quickly evident that this firm is centered …”
— T. Peters
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Greenspan

Firm: Greenspan & Greenspan, P.C.
188 East Post Road, Suite 401 , White Plains , New York 10601
Practice Areas: Banking & Finance, Business & Commercial, Business Organizations, Construction , Contracts, Criminal Defense , Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Franchise , Insurance , Labor , Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Professional Malpractice, Traffic Violations, Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI
I have been designated AV Preeminent® by my peers throughthe Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ service.  This is the highest possible professional rating an attorney can achieve.. Getting caught in an accident can be one of the most traumatizing moments of our lives. We’re lucky when we can walk away from an accident with no injuries or only minor scrapes and bruises. But many accidents involve far more serious injuries, and, unfortunately, these happen far too often. When an accident is due to the actions of a negligent party, it would be unfair to ask you, the victim, to take on the responsibility of paying the medical costs of your recovery. In order to protect your rights and get fair treatment, it is recommended that you hire a personal injury lawyer to represent your needs. With the recovery period being full of all new stressors, an attorney can help to take care of the legal stuff and guide you through what to expect from a lawsuit. If you have been injured near White Plains, New York, or New City, New York, the legal team at Greenspan & Greenspan, P.C., has decades of experience helping clients with cases just like yours, so you know you can trust us to look out for your best interests.
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“I endorse this lawyer. An excellent lawyer, Mike is extremely conscientious and always thoroughly prepared. He is a worthy adversary.”
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“I was a pedestrian struck by a car in a crosswalk in Piermont NY, June 2024. Greenspan and Greenspan were on top of the case from the very beginning. Every interaction was professi…”
— Angela Richardson
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Michael Gilbert

Firm: Gilbert, Blaszcyk & Milburn, L.L.P.
440 Waverly Avenue , Patchogue , New York 11772
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
Mr. Gilbert is originally from New York City and has resided in Suffolk County since 1973.. Mr. Gilbert has a bachelor’s degree from Queens College and attended law school at Touro College School of Law.. Mr. Gilbert has worked for the New York State Workers' Compensation Board, the Utica Mutual Insurance Company and has been representing injured workers since 1986, resulting in over 30 years experience in the workers’ compensation system. He is a member of the New York Injured Workers Bar Association, the Suffolk County Bar Association and the Nassau County Bar Association. Mr. Gilbert's practice is limited exclusively to the representation of injured workers, volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers before the New York State Workers' Compensation Board.. Mr. Gilbert is married with two children and one grandchild. He is a baseball, football, hockey, and basketball fan.
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“er stating they dropped you.....Do not go with this law firm!!!!”
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“After my back injury at work, Ted made the workers’ comp process stress-free. They were compassionate, handled all the paperwork, and kept me informed every step of the way. Their …”
— The Cleaning Girls, Inc
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Catallo

Firm: Rella & Associates
16 New Broadway , Sleepy Hollow , New York 10591
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
Michael J. Catallo is a Senior Attorney at Rella & Associates.  Mr. Catallo has been practicing law for over 10 years and  has earned a reputation for  aggressive litigation on behalf of injured workers in New York and Federal Workers’ Compensation, New York City and New York State disability Retirement matters, and General Municipal Law 207 disability benefits.  Additionally, he has successfully represented countless applicants in Social Security Administrative hearings.  Mr. Catallo’s disciplined style has yielded positive results for claimants in the Workers’ Compensation arena, including six figure settlements, and favorable permanency awards. He actively pursues disability retirement, as well as  207-c and 207-a benefits on behalf of the clients he represents, including all aspects of litigation, as well as filing  Article 78s and Appellate Briefs. He proudly represents the hard working people of New York, including Correction Officers, Police, Officers, Firefighters, Carpenters, DPW, truck drivers, teachers, and anyone that is injured while working. He was recognized as a “Rising Star” in the field of Workers Compensation in 2017, 2018, and 2019 for New York State Super Lawyers.. Mr. Catallo graduated from St John’s Law School in 2011 and Fairfield University with a degree in Bachelor Science in 2005.
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“of workers' comp law. He took the time to explain every step of the process, making sure I fully und”
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“I have had the pleasure of working alongside Mr. Catallo for many years, and can say with confidence that he is a premier force in the worlds of Workers' Compensation, Social Secur…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Maureen Tighe

Firm: Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP
1 Wall Street , Albany , New York 12205
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation
Maureen was raised in Geneva, New York. At the end of her junior year in high school, she enrolled in the early admissions program at a nearby community college. After graduation, she took a seven-year hiatus to begin a family. In 1983, the untimely death of a childhood friend inspired her to return to college. “What was planned to be a two-year commitment turned into a seven-year adventure. I enrolled in an Introduction to Law course and was hooked. I attended school during the day and worked fulltime nights and weekends. As a single parent, I wanted to set an example for my son that through hard work and perseverance, dreams do come true.”. Maureen graduated Cum laude from Russell Sage College in 1987 and then went on to earn her law degree from Albany Law School of Union University in 1990. She was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1991.. Maureen has focused on Workers’ Compensation Law since 1992. As of 1998, she has represented solely the injured worker. “It has been very gratifying to have helped hundreds of people whose lives have been turned upside down as the result of an unexpected work injury. I was therefore thrilled when invited to join the law firm of Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP in August of 2008 since the level of personal commitment to the needs of the client is outstanding.”. Maureen is a member of the Injured Workers’ Bar Association, the Albany County Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association.
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“Maureen has handled my case with the proffesionalism”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Matthew Lerner

Firm: Goldberg Segalla LLP
8 Southwoods Blvd Ste 300 , Albany , New York 12211
Practice Areas: Appellate , Construction Accidents, Insurance , Intellectual Property , Workers Compensation, Appeals, Appeals
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“I worked with Matt at the New York State Court of Appeals. Since leaving his clerkship with the Court, Matt has successfully argued numerous cases at all levels of courts throughou…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Mark C. Somers

Firm: Hamberger & Weiss
South Washington Street , Rochester , New York 14614
Practice Areas: Insurance ,Workers Compensation
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“Mark was extremely helpful with my workman's compensation case. Had I tried to endure my case without his guidance I would have been overwhelmed with...”
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Yelp Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers

Firm: Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers
26 Court St , Brooklyn , New York 11242
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical, Workers Compensation
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“It was a pleasure to do business with this law firm. When I needed help they were very enthusiastic and devoted to help me to meet my needs. I was very...”
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“Jay and Geneva have never let me down. They are very awesome,professional, honest and very easy to work with. I highly recommend them.”
— Richmond Amarteifio
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5

Peter Kaplan

Firm: Hamberger & Weiss
107 Delaware Avenue , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Insurance , Workers Compensation
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Serres

Firm: Pyrros & Serres LLP Attorneys at Law
31-19 Newtown Avenue , Astoria , New York 11102
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Social Security Disability, Personal Injury, Trusts and Estates
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“Mike is an excellent and ethical lawyer. I have entrusted him with clients of my own that have worker's compensation claims, with full confidence in Michael's abilities and dedicat…”
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Yelp Rating: Rated 2.1 out of 5

Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano

Firm: Pasternack Tilker Ziegler Walsh Stanton & Romano
551 5th Ave , New York , New York 10176
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Social Security
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“They return calls quickly and are very efficient. The attorney assigned to my case is very knowledgeable. So far so good!!”
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“I Thank Pasternack Tilker Law so much. For taking my injury cause very serious, when my employer tried to work away from it. I love their professional skills, and They assist me ti…”
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