Brookhaven Personal Injury
& Employment Lawyer

Brookhaven Personal Injury & Employment Attorney

The Town of Brookhaven is the largest town in Suffolk County by area and the largest town in all of New York State, home to approximately 485,000 residents. Spanning from Port Jefferson on the north shore to Mastic Beach on the south, Brookhaven encompasses dozens of hamlets and villages — including Patchogue, Medford, Coram, Centereach, Selden, and Shirley — along with major institutions like Stony Brook University and Brookhaven National Laboratory. With that scale comes busy highways, active workplaces, and a constant stream of accidents and employment disputes that demand experienced legal counsel.

A skilled personal injury attorney does more than file paperwork — they become your advocate. They investigate the incident, interview witnesses, and challenge insurance companies that lowball settlements. When choosing a lawyer, look for someone who clearly explains your options and fights aggressively for fair compensation.

Catastrophic injury cases — such as spinal cord damage from highway collisions or severe burns from industrial accidents — require attorneys who balance legal expertise with compassion. These cases often involve years of medical care and lifestyle adjustments, which means lawyers must listen closely to their clients' needs while building a rock-solid case.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Brookhaven

Personal injury law exists to hold negligent parties accountable. When someone suffers harm due to another's actions — or inaction — this legal framework provides a path to recover medical costs, lost income, and compensation for physical and emotional trauma. In the Brookhaven area, common cases include:

• ✓ Car and truck accidents on the Long Island Expressway (I-495), Sunrise Highway, William Floyd Parkway, and Route 112
• ✓ Pedestrian accidents in downtown Patchogue, Port Jefferson Village, and commercial districts across the township
• ✓ Slip and fall injuries at shopping centers, retail stores, and public facilities throughout Brookhaven
• ✓ Construction site accidents under New York Labor Law §200, §240 (Scaffold Law), and §241(6)
• ✓ Medical malpractice at Brookhaven-area hospitals, Stony Brook University Hospital, and medical offices
• ✓ Bicycle accidents on Brookhaven roadways and paths connecting communities across the township
• ✓ Dog bite injuries in Brookhaven parks, residential neighborhoods, and public areas
• ✓ Wrongful death claims for Brookhaven families who lost loved ones due to another's negligence

The Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, and William Floyd Parkway are among the busiest and most dangerous corridors in Suffolk County, and motor vehicle collisions along these roads frequently result in serious injuries. Whether your accident occurred at a high-speed interchange near Medford or in a parking lot in Centereach, our attorneys have the experience to challenge insurance companies that aggressively minimize claims — backed by expert witnesses, medical records, and thorough evidence preservation strategies.

Employment Law for Brookhaven Workers

Brookhaven's economy is anchored by major employers including Brookhaven National Laboratory, Stony Brook University, healthcare systems, retail, and the service industry. An employment lawyer helps workers navigate disputes — whether through negotiation, filing complaints with state agencies, or taking employers to court. We enforce protections under federal and New York State law, including:

• → Workplace discrimination based on race, sex, age, disability, religion, or national origin
• → Wrongful termination in violation of state and federal anti-discrimination statutes
• → Pregnancy discrimination and violations of New York's expanded Paid Family Leave Act
• → Employer retaliation against workers who report harassment, safety violations, or fraud
• → Wage and hour violations including unpaid overtime, tip theft, and worker misclassification

Complex employment cases often hinge on detailed evidence. Workers at Brookhaven National Laboratory, Stony Brook University, or in Brookhaven's retail and healthcare sectors should document everything — pay stubs, schedules, emails, and incident records. If you face harassment or unsafe conditions, report it in writing immediately and keep copies. A lawyer can then help file claims with the EEOC or New York's Division of Human Rights, often securing back pay, reinstatement, or additional damages.

When Personal Injury & Employment Law Intersect

An injury at work might involve two legal paths: workers' compensation and a personal injury lawsuit. For instance, a delivery driver hurt on Sunrise Highway in a crash caused by another driver could file for workers' comp while also suing the at-fault motorist. A construction worker injured on a Brookhaven job site due to inadequate safety gear could pursue:

• • Workers' compensation benefits covering medical costs and partial lost wages
• • A third-party liability claim against the equipment supplier or property owner
• • A pain and suffering claim to recover additional damages not covered by workers' comp

Coordinating these claims requires careful timing to maximize compensation without conflicting filings. Our firm's dual expertise in both fields ensures Brookhaven clients don't leave money on the table by pursuing only one avenue of recovery.

Critical Deadlines: Don't Wait

Legal deadlines — statutes of limitations — impose strict timeframes for filing claims. Missing them forfeits your rights entirely.

• ! Personal injury: 3 years from the date of the accident in most cases
• ! Municipal or government claims: 90 days to file a Notice of Claim against a government entity
• ! EEOC discrimination charges: 300 days from the discriminatory act — sometimes less
• ! Surveillance footage: typically overwritten within 30-90 days — act fast to preserve it

The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. plays a vital role in leveling the playing field — especially against well-funded opponents. We serve clients across every corner of Brookhaven, from Patchogue and Port Jefferson to Medford, Coram, Centereach, Selden, Shirley, and Mastic. Call 516-750-0595 or use our contact form to schedule your free consultation today.