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When an accident turns your life upside down, navigating the legal system while recovering can feel overwhelming. Whether you were hurt in a car crash in Queens, suffered a slip-and-fall in Suffolk County, or experienced negligence anywhere in the NYC metro area or Long Island, finding experienced local legal representation is crucial.
The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum, P.C. is a Melville-based personal injury law firm dedicated to helping injured New Yorkers secure the compensation they deserve. We understand the local courts and fight aggressively for our clients.
GET A FREE CONSULTATIONWhere you turn for legal help significantly impacts your case. While large national firms exist, partnering with a lawyer rooted in your community offers distinct advantages:
Why Clients Choose Us for Their Personal Injury Cases
Local Expertise
Deep familiarity with Nassau and Suffolk County courts, judges, and insurance tactics.
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing upfront – we only get paid when you receive compensation.
Medical Network
Access to top Long Island medical specialists who understand injury documentation.
24/7 Availability
Emergency support whenever you need us – nights, weekends, and holidays.
Proven Track Record
Millions recovered for clients in car accident cases across Long Island.
Personalized Attention
We treat every case with the care and focus it deserves, ensuring your voice is heard.
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How The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum Fights for You
Our approach is strategic and client-focused:
Personal Injury Cases We Handle Across Long Island & NYC
Personal injury law covers a wide range of incidents caused by negligence. Our experienced team handles claims involving:
GET YOUR FREE CASE EVALUATIONFAQ: Understanding Your Rights & The Legal Process After an Injury
Knowing what to expect can reduce stress during a difficult time.
Generally, we need to establish:
Damages aim to make you “whole” again and can include:
Timelines vary greatly. Many cases settle within months, while complex cases going to trial can take years. We push for efficient resolution without sacrificing value. Remember, New York has strict deadlines (statutes of limitations), often three years for negligence cases, so acting quickly is essential
Client Advocacy Case Study - Allen B.
A Suffolk County construction worker has obtained a $1.2 million settlement in a motorcycle accident case after The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum successfully challenged damage limitations through appellate litigation, court records show.
The settlement represents a 60-fold increase from the insurance company’s initial $20,000 offer. The case turned on a New York Appellate Division ruling that reversed lower court restrictions on compensable damages.
Allen sustained a shattered pelvis and TBI when a car driver failed to yield at a Suffolk County intersection in 2019. Police reports documented clear fault, citing the driver for failure to yield and reckless driving violations.
The at-fault driver’s insurance carrier offered $20,000 despite medical bills that would eventually exceed $500,000. Several Long Island firms advised Allen to accept settlements between $50,000 and $75,000, citing anticipated challenges with New York’s no-fault insurance laws.
New York Insurance Law Article 51 provided Allen limited initial benefits through his own coverage. These statutory minimums fell far short of covering his extensive injuries and lengthy rehabilitation.
The Law Office of Jason Tenenbaum did not accept that and decided to take a different approach. The firm assembled a litany of evidence:
Jason Tenenbaum’s team filed suit in New York Supreme Court, Suffolk County. The complaint alleged negligence and sought damages exceeding $2 million for medical costs, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering.
Appeal in the Lower Court
The defendant’s insurance carrier convinced the trial court to limit potential damages based on Insurance Law §5102(d) serious injury threshold requirements. This ruling would have capped Allen’s recovery well below his actual losses.
Jason Tenenbaum immediately appealed to the Appellate Division, Second Department. His brief argued the lower court misapplied legal precedent regarding permanent consequential limitation and significant limitation categories under the no-fault statute.
The appellate team challenged several key points:
In an amazing turn of events the Appellate Division reversed and remanded the lower court decision. The court found substantial evidence of serious injury within statutory definitions, emphasizing objective medical documentation of permanent injuries and credible expert testimony establishing causation.
This ruling fundamentally altered settlement dynamics. The insurance carrier now faced binding unfavorable precedent and potential excess verdict exposure at trial.
Negotiations produced a structured $1.2 million settlement:
The resolution allowed Allen to cover existing medical debt and fund future treatment without financial hardship.
This case highlights how insurance settlement practices in catastrophic injury claims. The dramatic increase from initial offer to final settlement show disparities between what the insurance companies actually value and what the case is actually worth..
The appellate decision also clarifies serious injury threshold analysis when multiple catastrophic injuries combine with clear liability documentation. Insurance carriers may face increased pressure to offer reasonable initial settlements rather than forcing expensive litigation.
The case demonstrates several litigation strategies:
Insurance companies often calculate that injured parties lack resources for extended litigation. This case shows how experienced counsel can level that playing field through strategic use of New York’s appellate system.
The matter resolved before trial following extensive motion practice and appellate briefing. Both parties avoided the uncertainty and expense of jury deliberation.
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Delaying can weaken your case and jeopardize your right to compensation. If you’ve been injured near Melville, anywhere on Long Island, or in the NYC area, take the first step now.
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