Pazer Epstein Jaffe Fein & Gozenput, P.C.

- 20 Vesey St #700, New York, NY 10007

Personal Injury Attorney

Sexual abuse at the hands of clergy can be fraught with emotional turmoil, all at once confusing, unsettling and frightening, and has the potential to have long-standing effects. On average there are at least seven victims of sexual misconduct per affected congregation.

Construction workers using worn or defective rope or cable may become seriously injured when crane or hoist cables deteriorate, elevator or lift cables break, or when cables or rope used in protective systems for workers fail.

New York City bicycle accidents can lead to serious injury or death. If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident anywhere in New York City, contact our accident lawyers at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Construction workers using worn or defective rope or cable may become seriously injured when crane or hoist cables deteriorate, elevator or lift cables break, or when cables or rope used in protective systems for workers fail.

According to the law, property owners must maintain reasonably safe premises for visitors. This includes checking for unknown hazards, repairing known ones, and warning of existing dangers. There are some cases in which landlord may be liable for injuries and some where liability rests with tenant.

Canine behaviors can be unpredictable. It is up to a dog’s owner to prevent dog bites, especially if the owner has reason to know of the animal’s vicious propensities. As a victim of a dog bite attack in New York City, you need Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Those who live with spine injuries are often confined to wheelchairs. When someone else’s negligence or recklessness causes another person’s spine injury, the victim should seek compensation. Help from our hard-hitting team of attorneys can make all the difference in these serious cases.

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), previously known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), is a nerve impulse condition that causes chronic pain in the affected site. If you have RSD/CRPS in New York City, you may be eligible for recovery.

Constructing tunnels, shafts, chambers, and passageways underground are inherently dangerous. Appropriate safety procedures must be followed to protect workers from tunnel accidents. OSHA mandates that construction workers in tunnels must have proper training in emergency procedures.

Premises liability involves the set of laws regulating commercial and residential property owners and their responsibilities to keep visitors safe. In New York City, If you were seriously injured on public or private property, contact Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Vision and hearing loss are a common result of accidents including; auto accidents, medical malpractice, and work-place injuries. If another person or business is responsible for injuring you, you need an attorney to protect your rights and help you recover financially, emotionally, and physically.

Older buildings should be just as safe and secure as new constructions. Ceiling collapse is one of many possible risks linked to negligent property maintenance. If this sounds like what recently happened to you, give our NYC firm a call.

Nail gun accidents are common hazards on construction sites in New York City. Nail gun accidents send over thirty-seven thousand (37,000) people to emergency rooms every year. Nail gun injuries can be puncture wounds in the hands, eyes, or feet, and even lead to death.

Federal laws mandate that employees have the right to a safe workplace environment. If employers fail to fulfill their duties, serious accidents can occur. Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., helps injured employees through the NY Workers’ Compensation system and/or personal injury lawsuits.

The United States averages approximately 3500-4000 drownings a year. This averages out to about ten deaths by drowning a day. Drowning is the second leading cause of death for all children ages one and fourteen, and sixth leading cause of unintentional injury death for all ages.

Amputation is defined as the permanent loss of a limb usually from surgery, personal injury, or disease. The psychological, physical, social, financial, and emotional damage that results from the loss of a limb or digit is extremely high.

According to the law, property owners must maintain reasonably safe premises for visitors. This includes checking for unknown hazards, repairing known ones, and warning of existing dangers. There are some cases in which landlord may be liable for injuries and some where liability rests with tenant.

New York City bicycle accidents can lead to serious injury or death. If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle accident anywhere in New York City, contact our accident lawyers at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Experiencing New York City by boat is a rewarding experience. Unfortunately, New York’s waterways aren’t always safe for boaters. Arm yourself by partnering with an experienced local law firm. After any type of boat accident in NYC, come to Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Bricklayers are exposed to increased risk when a third party or subcontractor from a different company acts in a careless or reckless manner. If you or a loved one has sustained injuries from a bricklayer accident, Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. is here to help.

Building collapses can occur without warning. The results can be catastrophic. If you were injured during a building collapse in New York or Long Island, it is important that you contact the experienced accident attorneys at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. to discuss the claim.

Burn injuries can be horrific. Burn injury claims in the New York civil court system can often result in sizable awards for a lifetime of adverse effects. To discover how much your recent burn injury could be worth as a personal injury claim, contact Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Carpentry and woodworking are physically demanding and dangerous work. A carpenter injured by another’s negligence can file a personal injury lawsuit against the property owners, contractors, sub-contractors, cities, corporations, and even individuals responsible for your accident.

Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., has welcomed clients through our doors who have suffered life-changing injuries. Severe scarring and disfigurements, amputations, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and paralysis are just some of the major, long-term injuries suffered by our clients.

Older buildings should be just as safe and secure as new constructions. Ceiling collapse is one of many possible risks linked to negligent property maintenance. If this sounds like what recently happened to you, give our NYC firm a call.

College campuses are full of opportunities for accidents. It is up to the college to take due care to reasonably prevent harm to students. Shirking any duty can easily result in a student injury. If you or your child has been involved in a college accident in NYC, we can help.

When commercial properties open their doors to customers, they must make sure their properties are safe for visitors. Lack of care leads to preventable accidents. As the victim of such an accident, learn your rights with help from Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. In fact, one in five U.S. worker deaths occur among construction workers. In New York City, construction accidents occur on a near daily basis, leaving hundreds of workers injured each year.

According to OSHA, construction workers must be assigned personal protective equipment such as snugly fitting gloves, welding gloves, heavy-duty rubber gloves, steel toe boots with puncture-resistant and slip-resistant soles, safety glasses, face shields, and hard hats.

New York State has strong worker safety laws to prevent falls from heights on construction projects. Labor Law Section 240(1), requires owners and general contractors to provide appropriate and safe scaffolds, ladders, ropes, harnesses and other safety devices which will prevent such accidents.

Causes of crane accidents are cranes colliding with buildings, inexperienced crane operators, unguarded pinch points, mechanic failures, boom collapses, cranes hitting people with heavy objects, inclement weather, incorrect crane set up cranes overturning cranes colliding with energized power lines.

Some of the defects found in ladders include loose steps, rotted rungs, frame weakness, hinges that fail to lock, and defective no-slip feet.

Power tools are indispensable to many workers today. Unfortunately, product manufacturers sometimes manufacture a defective power tool. The Consumer Products Safety Commission estimates that over 700,000 injuries and approximately 300 deaths occur each year from defective power tools.

Demolition is defined as destroying or wrecking any building or structure and any part thereof. According to the United States Department of Labor, demolition accidents are uniquely dangerous types of construction accidents throughout the U.S. and in New York City.

Canine behaviors can be unpredictable. It is up to a dog’s owner to prevent dog bites, especially if the owner has reason to know of the animal’s vicious propensities. As a victim of a dog bite attack in New York City, you need Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

The United States averages approximately 3500-4000 drownings a year. This averages out to about ten deaths by drowning a day. Drowning is the second leading cause of death for all children ages one and fourteen, and sixth leading cause of unintentional injury death for all ages.

According to the American Burn Association, more than 60% of electrocution accidents are work-related. Over 40% of workplace electrical burns are in construction. Such accidents can have devastating consequences. The safe use of electricity on jobsites should be paramount.

Victims of elevator accidents have suffered amputations, crush injuries, internal bleeding, and death throughout New York. The majority of these tragedies trace back to someone’s negligence. If you or a loved one has suffered due to an elevator accident in NYC, contact our personal injury attorneys.

Excavation and trenching accidents occur frequently on construction sites. Excavation injuries usually result from cave-ins and wall collapse during excavation. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OHSA), reports that excavation accidents usually result in serious injury or death.

NYC is a national leader in falling object and debris accidents every year. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, there are over 42,000 “falling object" accidents every year within the US. Furthermore, falling objects account for the third highest fatality rate for workplace accidents.

Faulty stairs are a common cause of construction site accidents to workers. New York Labor Law holds developers, general contractors, and property owners liable for the safety of employees on a construction site. Stairways on construction sites are often unfinished, left open to the elements.

Sustaining injuries from fires & explosions while performing construction is inevitable. Should you be in such accident, it is important to engage service of knowledgeable lawyers. At Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., our lawyers are committed to obtaining justice by pursuing fair compensation.

Forklifts are used to lift heavy objects high into the air. Every year approximately 89 workers are killed, around 35,000 serious injuries and another 62,000 non-serious injuries. Forklift accidents are common on construction sites, in warehouses, and factories.

Every year hundreds of drivers, pedestrians, and waste management employees are hurt in garbage truck accidents. These trucks are particularly dangerous because they are heavy trucks which run in all types of bad weather, frequently stop and operate at night to complete their rounds.

Heavy equipment is essential to work-site productivity and effectiveness. However, heavy equipment accidents are one of the “fatal four,” incidents and one of the most common causes of serious and fatal accidents on construction sites according to OHSA.

Crane operators, other construction workers, and the public are at risk for serious injury and death from hoisting equipment and hoisting accessories. According to OHSA around seventy (70) deaths are reported each year from crane and hoisting accidents.

Every construction site contains holes in its floors. It is important for construction workers, as well as their supervisors to put in place stringent precautionary measures. Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., has the knowledge to assist those who have sustained injuries from these conditions.

Construction debris is a necessary result of ongoing construction work. It must always be cleaned up so as to avoid causing workers injuries on the job. Unfortunately, sometimes property owners, contractors and others don’t focus on proper cleanup and maintenance of construction sites.

Ironworkers climb tall buildings with scalding hot welding equipment. It is one the deadliest jobs on construction sites. Iron workers can be hurt from falls, and dropped or falling objects. Ironworker accidents can cause broken bones, fractures, amputations and even death.

Falls from ladders and scaffolds cause hundreds of worker injuries and deaths every year. It’s our job at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., to get to the bottom of these incidents in NYC and help workers obtain the compensation they deserve.

Your landlord is typically responsible for maintenance, appliances, and property repairs. Accidents that stem from premises hazards within your landlord’s control may be grounds for premises liability claims. Come to Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. for legal help with landlord negligence.

According to OHSA, there were 5,333 fatal occupational injuries during 2019. 229 deaths resulted from maintenance worker accidents. GMWs, or grounds maintenance workers had the highest number of deaths. Maintenance worker accidents made up 19.8 % of all fatal injuries on job sites in 2019.

We never expect mass transit to breakdown or collide with other vehicles or pedestrians. Yet If you find yourself victim of a mass transit accident in NYC, protect your rights with help from an attorney. You may be able to bring a claim against the city or another entity for damage compensation.

Motor vehicle accidents are tragic realities for thousands every year. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident in NYC, Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., can help. We have defended the rights of injured New Yorkers for more than 50 years.

Nail gun accidents are common hazards on construction sites in New York City. Nail gun accidents send over thirty-seven thousand (37,000) people to emergency rooms every year. Nail gun injuries can be puncture wounds in the hands, eyes, or feet, and even lead to death.

Open elevator shafts are a dangerous hazard on construction sites in New York. Open elevator shaft accidents can obviously cause significant injury or disability, paralysis and even death. Most open elevator shaft accidents occur because of a lack of posted warnings and unprotected openings.

OHSA has shown higher fatality rates and risk of death for construction painting than most would expect. Most painting deaths and injuries are sustained from falls, electrocutions, and asphyxiations. The IARC classifies painting as a “carcinogenic occupation.”

If you’ve been seriously injured in a pedestrian accident in NYC, work with Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. to explore your legal rights. Whether it was a hit and run or a collision involving a city vehicle, we can help.

Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters have one of the highest rates of injuries for any occupation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Plumber accidents can happen at elevated heights, in confined spaces, and even through repetitive movements.

Premises liability involves the set of laws regulating commercial and residential property owners and their responsibilities to keep visitors safe. In New York City, If you were seriously injured on public or private property, contact Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Falls by roofing workers are three times (3x’s) more likely to result in such a serious injury or death compared to other types of construction accidents. Roofing accidents may occur from falls, falling objects, tools, heat exposure or even electrocution.

When you are a victim of a saw or cutting blade accident in New York, Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. focuses on ensuring that you get the justice that you deserve. This means guiding you through the legal process to help you file a claim for your injuries and help you get the compensation.

Many New York City schools fall short of industry expectations and safety standards. This results in preventable child injuries. If you recently had to deal with a school accident that hurt your child, don’t hesitate to confide in the attorneys at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C.

Sidewalk defects can present serious risks to pedestrians. It is property owner’s legal duty to make repairs or warn visitors of the dangerous condition. After your sidewalk accident in New York City, your first phone call should be to Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. to learn your legal rights.

Soft tissue injuries can take a significant amount of time to heal and include missed time at work, pain, and suffering along with high medical and physical therapy bills. Soft tissue injuries caused by the negligence or recklessness of others may entitle you to monetary compensation.

Those who live with spine injuries are often confined to wheelchairs. When someone else’s negligence or recklessness causes another person’s spine injury, the victim should seek compensation. Help from our hard-hitting team of attorneys can make all the difference in these serious cases.

Most stair-related accidents wouldn’t have happened were it not for carelessness or lax property maintenance. The property owner is responsible for maintaining all parts of a staircase and making sure stairs comply with accepted building standards.

Residents of metropolitan NYC rely heavily on public transportation systems. It’s no surprise that multiple subway and bus accidents occur annually. If you’ve become the victim of such an accident, don’t wait. Call on Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. for help.

Hailing a taxi for daily commutes is one of the quintessential things about living in NYC for many people. After a taxi crash, before you give into panic, call Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. We can sort through the complexities that come with taxi crashes in The Big Apple.

At Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., our experienced truck accident attorneys have handled many wrongful death claims after these tragic crashes. We’ve also seen first-hand the damages that can arise from non-fatal accidents. We can help truck accident victims recover their financial losses.

Constructing tunnels, shafts, chambers, and passageways underground are inherently dangerous. Appropriate safety procedures must be followed to protect workers from tunnel accidents. OSHA mandates that construction workers in tunnels must have proper training in emergency procedures.

While Uber and Lyft present attractive alternatives to traditional cabs in NYC, their lax hiring practices leave some questioning their safety. Those involved in rideshare accidents wonder who will pay for damages. The lawyers at Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. can help.

Undocumented or illegal workers on construction sites have the same rights to a safe construction work place as any documented worker. An illegal alien worker need not fear deportation or other retribution for seeking compensation for an unsafe work environment.

Vision and hearing loss are a common result of accidents including; auto accidents, medical malpractice, and work-place injuries. If another person or business is responsible for injuring you, you need an attorney to protect your rights and help you recover financially, emotionally, and physically.

Wall and roof collapses on construction sites are a common cause of serious injury. Statistics show, almost eleven percent (11%) of New York’s workforce is employed by the construction industry, making accidents at such job sites a regular occurrence.

Welding on construction sites is a significant occupational hazard. Welding accidents may occur in the oil and gas industry, mining, shipbuilding, and more. However, it is construction related welding accidents that are the leading cause of accidents of this type.

New York buildings soar hundreds of stories into sky and window installation and washing pose serious worker safety concerns. Construction site window installation accidents due to hazards at construction sites, are even more dangerous and pose a significant risk of serious injury, or even death.

Under New York’s Labor Law, Section 241(6) covers non-gravity related construction site accidents including injuries caused by equipment and tools, accidents in trenches, trips and falls in corridors and passage ways where tripping hazardous may exist, injuries caused by unguarded machinery.

Federal laws mandate that employees have the right to a safe workplace environment. If employers fail to fulfill their duties, serious accidents can occur. Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C., helps injured employees through the NY Workers’ Compensation system and/or personal injury lawsuits.

Construction workers using worn or defective rope or cable may become seriously injured when crane or hoist cables deteriorate, elevator or lift cables break, or when cables or rope used in protective systems for workers fail.

If your loved one recently passed away in a car accident, at work, during an assault, or because of a property or product defect, contact Pazer, Epstein, Jaffe & Fein, P.C. We can make this difficult time a little easier on you and your family.