When city workers are hurt on the job, the path to compensation can be complex, involving municipal procedures, strict deadlines, and layers of liability. Leav & Steinberg LLP's leading personal injury lawyers in New York City are proud to serve as trusted advocates for these essential workers. Although vital to the City’s workforce, many uniformed (NYPD/FDNY/DOS) and DOE pedagogical employees are ineligible for New York State Workers' Compensation benefits when injured on the job, leaving them with limited recourse. However, Leav & Steinberg LLP has a long-standing track record of helping city employees pursue justice and recover the compensation they deserve.

“City employees are the backbone of our communities. Keeping our streets clean, public transit moving, and neighborhoods safe,” said Daniel T. Leav, Partner at Leav & Steinberg LLP. “When those workers are hurt on the job, we’re committed to standing up for them. Our team works tirelessly to ensure their rights are protected and their voices are heard.”

Leav & Steinberg LLP has represented clients across New York State since 1999. Their attorneys have experience navigating municipal liability cases, including injuries caused by unsafe public sidewalks, malfunctioning city equipment, poor building maintenance, and vehicle-related accidents involving city-operated transportation.

In New York City, the process for filing a claim against a government entity is different than a traditional personal injury case. Injured workers must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident. The lawyers at Leav & Steinberg LLP understand these deadlines, the burdens of proof, and the evidentiary standards required to hold a city accountable.

Their legal strategies often focus on collecting key documentation, such as incident reports, witness statements, and visual evidence, while pursuing compensation for economic and non-economic losses.

The firm has represented city employees in various roles, including sanitation workers injured due to faulty equipment, teachers hurt by unsafe school premises, and transit employees involved in accidents caused by insufficient training or improper vehicle maintenance.

Their deep understanding of premises liability law and public sector protocols enables them to build strong cases against large, bureaucratic institutions.

“Over the years, we’ve secured meaningful compensation for many New York City employees injured in the line of duty,” said Edward A. Steinberg, Partner at Leav & Steinberg LLP. “Whether the injury was caused by unsafe sidewalks, a city vehicle, or a hazard in a public building, our firm knows how to hold municipalities accountable.”

The attorneys at Leav & Steinberg LLP are admitted to practice throughout New York State and in the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York’s Federal Courts.

Workers employed by public schools, the MTA, city hospitals, and other government agencies have the same right to a safe working environment as private sector employees. Leav & Steinberg is prepared to pursue every available legal remedy when that right is violated and leads to harm.

To learn more about Leav & Steinberg LLP, visit https://www.nyaccidentlawyer.com/, call (212)-693-2377, or send inquiries to their two New York City locations:

Leav & Steinberg Manhattan
75 Broad Street, Suite 1601
New York, NY 10004

Leav & Steinberg Bronx
2705 Eastchester Rd
Bronx NY 10469

Leav & Steinberg LLP is a respected personal injury law firm serving clients in New York City and the surrounding tri-state area. Founded in 1999, the firm has grown to include a robust team of attorneys and a dedicated support team, with offices in Manhattan and the Bronx. Known for its client-centered approach and aggressive advocacy, Leav & Steinberg handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and municipal negligence.

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For more information about Leav & Steinberg LLP, contact the company here:

Leav & Steinberg LLP
Edward Steinberg
eas@lstriallaw.com
75 Broad Street, Suite 1601, New York NY 10004 USA