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This article is part of our ongoing no-fault coverage, with 271 published articles analyzing no-fault issues across New York State. Attorney Jason Tenenbaum brings 24+ years of hands-on experience to this analysis, drawing from his work on more than 1,000 appeals, over 100,000 no-fault cases, and recovery of over $100 million for clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx. For personalized legal advice about how these principles apply to your specific situation, contact our Long Island office at (516) 750-0595 for a free consultation.
Running a successful personal injury and no-fault insurance practice requires balancing multiple demanding responsibilities. While maintaining this blog is a priority for sharing insights on New York’s complex no-fault insurance system, the realities of active litigation sometimes take precedence.
The life of a trial attorney involves unpredictable schedules, especially when handling complex cases that can extend well beyond their anticipated timeframes. Between courtroom appearances, appellate work, client consultations, and the administrative demands of managing a law firm, finding time for regular content creation can be challenging.
This brief update from 2014 offers readers a glimpse into the day-to-day realities of practicing New York no-fault insurance law and personal injury litigation. It demonstrates the commitment required to effectively represent clients while also educating the legal community and public about important developments in insurance law.
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To my readers: I am sorry for the two plus week delay in postings. I am already hearing and reading about it.
I have no intention of closing down this blog. For your information, I was caught up in a nasty trial in Riverhead for that went too long and have spent this week (16 hour days) clearing out appeals, motions and other tasks that involve my full time job, i.e., running a law firm. Unfortunately, I have to be a real trial attorney every so often and locate my suits that thankfully still fit me. It interferes with the blog writing.
Thank your for your understanding and patience.
Jason
Key Takeaway
This personal note illustrates the demanding nature of trial practice and law firm management. Even experienced attorneys face scheduling challenges when complex litigation extends beyond expectations, requiring 16-hour days to manage appeals, motions, and other critical legal work while maintaining client representation standards.
Legal Update (February 2026): Since this 2014 post, New York’s no-fault insurance regulations have undergone several amendments, including updates to reimbursement schedules, procedural requirements for claim submissions, and medical provider certification standards. Practitioners should verify current provisions of the New York Insurance Law and corresponding regulations, as fee schedules and administrative procedures have been modified multiple times over the past decade.
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Why This Matters for Your Case
New York's no-fault insurance system, established under Insurance Law Article 51, is one of the most complex insurance frameworks in the country. Every motorist must carry Personal Injury Protection coverage that pays medical expenses and lost wages regardless of fault, up to $50,000 per person.
But insurers routinely deny valid claims using peer reviews, EUO scheduling tactics, fee schedule reductions, and coverage defenses. The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum has handled over 100,000 no-fault cases since 2002 — from initial claim submissions through arbitration before the American Arbitration Association, trials in Civil Court and Supreme Court, and appeals to the Appellate Term and Appellate Division. Jason Tenenbaum is one of the few attorneys in the state who both writes his own appellate briefs and tries his own cases.
His 2,353+ published legal articles on no-fault practice are cited by attorneys throughout New York. Whether you are dealing with a medical necessity denial, an EUO no-show defense, a fee schedule dispute, or a coverage question, this article provides the kind of detailed case-law analysis that helps practitioners and claimants understand exactly where the law stands.
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New York No-Fault Insurance Law
New York's no-fault insurance system requires every driver to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage that pays medical expenses and lost wages regardless of who caused the accident. But insurers routinely deny, delay, and underpay valid claims — using peer reviews, IME no-shows, and fee schedule defenses to avoid paying providers and injured claimants. Attorney Jason Tenenbaum has litigated thousands of no-fault arbitrations and court cases since 2002.
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Disclaimer: This article is published by the Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is formed by reading this content. The legal principles discussed may not apply to your specific situation, and the law may have changed since this article was last updated.
New York law varies by jurisdiction — court decisions in one Appellate Division department may not be followed in another, and local court rules in Nassau County Supreme Court differ from those in Suffolk County Supreme Court, Kings County Civil Court, or Queens County Supreme Court. The Appellate Division, Second Department (which covers Long Island, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island) and the Appellate Term (which hears appeals from lower courts) each have distinct procedural requirements and precedents that affect litigation strategy.
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