Nassau County
Personal Injury Lawyer

Nassau County Personal Injury Lawyer Near You

A serious injury in Nassau County changes everything overnight. Medical bills mount, paychecks disappear, and insurance companies push lowball settlements before you even understand your rights. At the Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, our personal injury attorneys fight back — holding negligent parties accountable and pursuing every dollar Nassau County residents are entitled to under New York law.

Rooted in Long Island, our firm understands the specific courts, local rules, and insurance tactics that define Nassau County personal injury litigation. Whether your case involves a car crash on Hempstead Turnpike, a slip and fall at a Garden City shopping center, or a workplace accident in Mineola, we bring the full weight of our experience to your case.

Personal Injury Law Fundamentals in Nassau County

Understanding personal injury law in Nassau County requires grasping how federal, state, and local regulations work together. Each level shapes the rights of injury victims and the responsibilities of those at fault.

New York State Protections

New York's laws offer robust protections for injury victims. The state's pure comparative negligence rule allows recovery even if you were partially at fault — your compensation is simply reduced by your percentage of responsibility. New York also imposes strict liability in certain contexts, such as dog bite injuries and defective product cases.

Nassau County Local Requirements

Nassau County enforces specific ordinances governing premises liability, sidewalk maintenance, and property owner duties. Claims against Nassau County itself or municipal entities — school districts, the LIRR, local authorities — trigger strict notice of claim requirements with tight 90-day filing windows. A local attorney familiar with these regional nuances is essential.

Common Personal Injury Cases in Nassau County

Nassau County's dense population, busy roadways, and commercial corridors create conditions where serious injuries happen daily. Our firm handles the full spectrum of personal injury matters:

Car & Truck Accidents

Despite no-fault insurance laws, serious disputes arise over fault, policy limits, and injuries that exceed basic coverage. Victims of crashes on the Meadowbrook Parkway, Northern State Parkway, or Nassau's crowded local roads may need to pursue liable drivers for the full extent of their damages. Our car accident attorneys and truck accident lawyers know exactly how to build these cases. Read our guide on what legally constitutes a car accident in New York for more detail.

Slip & Fall Injuries

Property owners — from Sunrise Mall to private homeowners — must maintain reasonably safe premises. When they fail to address wet floors, broken pavement, inadequate lighting, or icy walkways, they can be held liable. Our slip and fall attorneys know how to prove negligence through detailed evidence and expert testimony.

Medical Malpractice

Nassau County is home to major medical centers, yet errors by healthcare providers — misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, medication errors — cause devastating harm. These complex cases demand specialized legal support and medical expert networks. Our medical malpractice lawyers have the experience to take on hospitals and physicians.

Wrongful Death

When negligence costs a family member their life, surviving loved ones may pursue a wrongful death claim to recover funeral expenses, lost income, and compensation for their profound loss. We handle these sensitive cases with both legal precision and genuine compassion.

Premises Liability & Dog Bites

Property-related injuries — from dog bites to premises liability claims — are common across Nassau County's residential neighborhoods and commercial districts. New York imposes strict liability on dog owners for bite injuries, making these cases particularly viable for injured victims.

Compensation Available to Nassau County Injury Victims

When someone else’s negligence causes your injury, you may be entitled to significant compensation covering:

• • Medical expenses — past, present, and future treatment costs
• • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
• • Pain and suffering damages
• • Property damage and vehicle repair or replacement
• • Emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life
• • Loss of consortium for affected family members

Our attorneys review every insurance policy, medical record, and financial document to ensure nothing is left on the table. New York also recently updated caps on non-economic damages for certain catastrophic injuries and expanded protections for rideshare vehicle accident victims — developments we track closely for our clients.

New York's No-Fault Insurance System

New York operates on a no-fault insurance system. After most motor vehicle accidents, your own insurer covers medical bills and lost wages regardless of fault — but no-fault does not compensate for pain, suffering, or non-economic losses.

If your injuries meet New York's "serious injury" threshold — including permanent damage, significant disfigurement, fractures, or prolonged loss of bodily function — you gain the right to step outside no-fault and sue the at-fault driver directly. Insurance companies frequently deny or underpay these claims. Our firm knows how no-fault defense works and how to overcome it.

Establishing Fault & Overcoming Defenses

Proving Negligence

A successful personal injury claim requires establishing that: (1) the defendant owed you a duty of care; (2) they breached that duty; (3) the breach caused your injury; and (4) you suffered quantifiable damages. Drivers must obey traffic laws. Businesses must maintain safe premises. Doctors must meet the standard of care. When they fall short, they can be held liable.

Defeating Common Defenses

Defendants and their insurers routinely argue that victims contributed to their own injuries or assumed the risk of harm. Our attorneys counter these tactics with thorough evidence collection — police reports, surveillance footage, witness accounts, and expert reconstruction — to build a case that withstands scrutiny.

Steps to Take After an Injury in Nassau County

The actions you take in the hours and days after an injury can make or break your claim. Protect yourself:

1. 1 Seek medical attention immediately — even if you feel fine. Many injuries, including concussions and internal damage, have delayed symptoms.
2. 2 Call 911 — ensure a police report is filed. This document becomes the foundation of your claim.
3. 3 Document everything — photograph the scene, your injuries, and any property damage before conditions change.
4. 4 Collect witness information — names, phone numbers, and what they observed before memories fade.
5. 5 Do not give recorded statements to insurance adjusters without an attorney. They are trained to use your words against you.
6. 6 Contact a Nassau County personal injury attorney as soon as possible to preserve evidence and protect your legal rights.

Why Acting Quickly Protects Your Case

New York gives three years to file most personal injury lawsuits — but delays cost you in other critical ways:

• ! Witness memories fade within weeks and become unreliable at trial
• ! Surveillance footage is typically overwritten within 30–90 days
• ! Physical evidence gets lost, altered, or destroyed
• ! Claims against Nassau County municipalities require a 90-day notice of claim filing
• ! Insurers use delays to argue your injuries are not serious or pre-existing

Contacting a Nassau County personal injury lawyer early preserves your evidence and locks in a stronger position at the negotiating table — or in court.

Contact Our Nassau County Personal Injury Attorneys

An injury should not define the rest of your life. For anyone hurt anywhere in Nassau County — from Hempstead to Great Neck, Freeport to Garden City — the Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum is ready to fight for the compensation you deserve.

Call 516-750-0595 or use our online form for a free, no-obligation consultation. We only get paid if your case wins. Don't wait — the sooner you reach out, the stronger your claim.