Long Island Catastrophic Injury Attorney

Expert Long Island Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

At The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C., our personal injury attorneys represent clients throughout Long Island and New York State in catastrophic injury cases. When another party’s negligence causes severe, life-altering harm, the effects go far beyond the initial injury. Victims face mounting medical bills, lost income, the need for ongoing care, and deep physical and emotional suffering. Our firm draws on years of New York personal injury experience to pursue the full compensation you and your family deserve. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury, contact us today for a free consultation.

What Are Catastrophic Injuries?

A catastrophic injury is one that results in severe, permanent, or long-term harm that substantially limits a person’s ability to live independently, perform work, or enjoy life. Unlike injuries that resolve with routine treatment, catastrophic injuries typically require extensive medical intervention, prolonged rehabilitation, and lifelong support.

Under New York Insurance Law §5102(d), these injuries may qualify as “serious injuries.” This allows victims to seek compensation beyond no-fault insurance limits. Examples include traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord damage causing paralysis, severe burns, amputation, and multiple fractures that lead to lasting disability. What sets these apart from other personal injury claims is their permanent nature and deep impact on daily life.

Catastrophic injuries can occur without warning—on Nassau County’s busy roadways, at Suffolk County construction sites, or in everyday settings across Long Island. The impact reaches well beyond physical harm, affecting mental health, family relationships, and financial stability. Our attorneys have represented clients in communities such as Hempstead, Garden City, and throughout the region, helping them navigate the personal injury claims process and secure the resources they need to move forward.

Common Types of Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic injuries encompass a broad range of serious conditions, each presenting distinct medical challenges and long-term consequences. As personal injury attorneys serving Long Island and New York, we handle cases involving:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI), including concussions with lasting cognitive effects
• Spinal cord injuries resulting in partial or complete paralysis
• Severe burn injuries requiring surgical intervention and skin grafting
• Amputation or loss of a limb
• Multiple fractures leading to permanent mobility limitations
• Internal organ damage
• Crush injuries from construction or industrial accidents

At The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C., we tailor our legal strategy to the specific nature and severity of each client’s injury, building cases that accurately reflect the full extent of the harm suffered.

Leading Causes of Catastrophic Injuries on Long Island

Long Island’s combination of dense suburban communities, major highways, coastal environments, and active construction and industrial sectors contributes to a wide range of catastrophic injury scenarios. Common causes include:

• Motor vehicle accidents on the Long Island Expressway, Southern State Parkway, and local roads
• Construction site accidents involving falls, equipment failures, or structural collapses
• Workplace injuries in industrial, manufacturing, and healthcare settings
• Slip-and-fall accidents caused by hazardous property conditions
• Medical malpractice, including surgical errors and misdiagnosis
• Defective product injuries

We investigate each case thoroughly, working with accident reconstruction specialists, medical experts, and other professionals to establish liability and pursue accountability under New York law.

Your Legal Rights Under New York State Law

New York personal injury law provides strong protections for catastrophic injury victims. The state’s no-fault insurance system (Insurance Law §5101 et seq.) covers basic economic losses up to $50,000. When an injury qualifies as “serious” under Insurance Law §5102(d), you can pursue more. This includes damages for pain and suffering, future medical care, and other losses beyond the no-fault threshold.

To meet the serious injury threshold, the harm must involve death, dismemberment, significant disfigurement, fracture, loss of a fetus, loss of a body organ or function, or permanent consequential limitation of use of a body organ or member. Our attorneys carefully document each element of your injury to establish that your case satisfies this standard.

New York follows a pure comparative fault rule. Your recovery may be reduced based on your share of fault, but you can still recover even if you were partly responsible. Timing is also critical. The statute of limitations for most personal injury actions is three years (CPLR §214). Claims against municipalities require a notice of claim within 90 days (General Municipal Law §50-e).

Long Island residents who require treatment at facilities such as Stony Brook University Hospital or Northwell Health may recover compensation for those medical expenses, as well as for losses related to diminished quality of life, loss of consortium, and emotional distress.

Seeking Compensation for Catastrophic Injury

Compensation in a catastrophic injury case addresses both immediate and long-term needs. Our attorneys at The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. pursue damages including:

• Past, current, and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and diminished future earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Rehabilitation and home modification costs
• Assistive devices and in-home nursing care
• Punitive damages in cases involving gross negligence or willful misconduct

We work with medical professionals, life care planners, and economic experts to show the full picture of your losses. Insurance companies often offer settlements that fall far short of what catastrophic injury victims truly need. Our firm fights hard at the negotiating table on your behalf. If we cannot reach a fair settlement, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial in New York courts.

Why Choose The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C.?

Our Long Island firm provides the focused, personal attention that larger practices often cannot. Jason Tenenbaum, Esq. brings more than a decade of experience in catastrophic injury litigation, with a record of substantial settlements and verdicts that reflects our commitment to our clients.

We handle every aspect of your case—from evidence gathering and expert consultation to insurance negotiations and courtroom advocacy—so that you can concentrate on your recovery. Serving communities throughout Long Island, including Babylon, Huntington, and Islip, we understand the local factors that can influence the outcome of a case.

Our firm offers:

• In-depth knowledge of New York personal injury and insurance law
• Compassionate, transparent communication throughout the process
• Contingency fee representation—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
• A proven track record in complex catastrophic injury cases
• Access to a network of medical, vocational, and economic experts

We are dedicated advocates for injured Long Islanders, and we measure our success by the results we achieve for our clients.

Contact Our Long Island Catastrophic Injury Attorneys Today

If you or a family member has suffered a catastrophic injury, prompt legal action is essential. Contact The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will review the facts of your case, explain your rights under New York law, and outline the path toward obtaining the compensation you deserve. Call us at 516-750-0595 or submit an inquiry through our website. We represent clients throughout Long Island and New York State.