Navigating the aftermath of a car accident is typically overwhelming. From dealing with injuries to addressing property damage, the road to recovery often requires more than just medical attention. In New York, where bustling streets and dense traffic are commonplace, car accidents are unfortunately frequent. This makes knowing how to file a claim with a competent New York car accident attorney not just helpful but essential. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in the Empire State, here are the steps to ensure your claim is filed properly and efficiently. Understanding New York’s No-Fau ..read more

New York, NY – The family of the late 16-year-old Bronx teen, Angellyh Marie Yambo, filed a civil lawsuit in the Bronx against Polymer80, Inc., the ghost gun manufacturer and dealer who equipped a 17-year-old shooter with an untraceable firearm.   On April 8, 2022, Angellyh Marie Yambo was fatally shot by gunman Jeremiah Ryan as she was walking home from school. The lawsuit alleges that this loss of life was made possible because Polymer80, Inc., through their network of dealers and online sellers, flooded New York City streets with unserialized and untraceable gun kits that could e ..read more

We announced earlier this week the devastating news that the same dump truck responsible for the 2023 death of an NYPD crossing guard was involved in yet another fatal crash.   Police photos from the scenes of both accidents show the same dump truck having caused these crashes — which occurred less than seven months apart (pictures above). In October of last year, a beloved NYPD crossing guard, 63-year-old Krystyna Naprawa, was killed while directing traffic.  Two weeks ago, a 58-year-old woman suffered the same unfortunate fate after the driver of this dump truck hit her after ..read more

Construction sites in New York City are bustling hubs of activity, but they also pose significant risks of accidents. When these accidents occur, the consequences can be severe, leading to injuries, financial strain, and emotional turmoil for victims and their families. In such challenging times, having the right legal representation is crucial. Enter Leav & Steinberg LLP. Established in 1999, Leav & Steinberg LLP is a renowned personal injury law firm serving New York and the surrounding tri-state area. With a large team of attorneys and support staff, the firm is dedicated to provid ..read more

Sidewalk accident lawsuits in New York can be won even before the defendants enter a courtroom. It involves providing unquestionable proof that the defendant was liable for the injury and winning what’s called “summary judgment.”  Leav & Steinberg LLP recently won a motion for summary judgment in a lawsuit involving a man injured after tripping on a poorly maintained sidewalk in Manhattan.  Property owners in New York City have a non-delegable duty by law to maintain the sidewalk adjacent to their property. If you get injured on a sidewalk and can prove that the property owner or ..read more

Leav & Steinberg proudly announces that its newest attorney, Anthony Beneduce, Esq., has been sworn in as the Recording Secretary for the Puerto Rican Bar Association of New York! This appointment reflects Anthony’s dedication to the legal profession and highlights his commitment to serving his community. The Puerto Rican Bar Association advocates for the interests of Puerto Rican and Latino attorneys, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal field. Anthony’s appointment to this role testifies to his exceptional leadership abilities and unwavering dedication to making a diff ..read more

We are pleased to announce that 2024 is off to a great start with several settlements for our clients. The results were a team effort, stemming from the work of our attorneys and speaking to our firm’s principle of taking on cases of all varieties.  Since the inception of Leav & Steinberg LLP, our firm has tried challenging personal injury cases, many of which were rejected by other firms or otherwise turned down. Our passion is to help clients, even when their cases might present challenges. Our principle of putting the client’s interests first, no matter how difficult their case, ha ..read more

On Thursday, January 4th, at least 24 people in New York were injured when a northbound no. 1 train carrying 300 people collided with an out-of-service train around 3 pm. The collision ultimately caused both trains to derail and resulted in the evacuation of hundreds from the subway station near West 96th Street. While none of the injuries reported at this point were considered serious, authorities are still working to understand the full consequences of the crash. Based on the account of some riders, we know that the collision caused a big “jolt” before shifting and turning in various angles ..read more

In early December 2023, The New York Times reported that the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) was aware of seven deaths, including two in the U.S., and close to 2,400 ER visits from 2017 to 2021 linked to ingesting small, high-powered magnets that are often included in children’s toys. Keep your family safe by learning which products you should avoid and dive deep into this case with the product liability lawyers in NYC at Leav & Steinberg LLP. Understanding the Deaths Linked to Small Magnets Found in Toys One of the reasons these small circular magnets are so dangerous is th ..read more

A few days ago, on December 17th 2023, CBS released one last interview (1) with the “Real Sports” host, where he reflected on the show’s history and shared some of his biggest victories throughout his career.  HBO just aired the last episode of its “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” – marking an end to the show’s 29 years of in-depth sports journalism. Bryant left a lasting impact for many of his fans, and created changes that permeate sports culture and allow fans to better enjoy the games they love.  At 5:40 in this interview led by his one-time co-host Jane Pauley, Gumbel shares tha ..read more