Practice Area
New York City Car Accident Attorney Handling MTA and Municipal Claims
Garber Legal represents New York City collision victims through no-fault PIP filings, serious injury threshold documentation, and municipal Notice of Claim procedures. We preserve EDR black-box data, seek CCTV footage through FOIL requests, and coordinate lien resolution to pursue net recovery after medical bills and fees.
Trial Experience
NYC litigation practice
No Fee Unless We Win
Contingency representation
Available 24/7
Urgent injury response
Manhattan Office
263 Bowery, NoHo
How Do You Choose a Car Accident Attorney in New York City?
Most people search after an insurer denies a claim or lowballs an offer. Timing can matter. An attorney can consider spoliation letters, EDR downloads, and CCTV timelines while an injured person is still in the ER.
Three operational realities involved in car accident representation
- NF-2 filing within the 30-day windowMissing it may jeopardize PIP coverage regardless of fault.
- EDR data pulled before the vehicle leaves the tow yardBlack-box evidence degrades or disappears within weeks of impact.
- FOIL requests filed immediately for municipal CCTVNYC agencies overwrite footage on rolling 30-day retention schedules.
Waiting to hire counsel can lead to evidentiary gaps that may outweigh savings in legal fees. Early retention may cost less than late scrambling to reconstruct what was never preserved.
Google Reviews
What Clients Say About Garber Legal
Brittany and Josh were excellent, very transparent and very communicative. I couldn’t be happier with my settlement and my overall experience. 10/10 would recommended anyone and everyone !
Ann H.
Google review, Sep 2026
What a great experience working with the Law Firm as professional as Garber Legal. I was always informed, kept up-to-date and they worked well for me with amazing results. Thank you so much, Garber Legal and your team for being on my side and helping me with my case.
Lois
Google review, Sep 2026
I came to Greg and Brittney after a personal injury, and I was in a bad place not just physically, mentally aswell after everything I got out through. I had given up. I didn’t believe things were going to get better, and honestly I wasn’t sure I wanted to keep trying. Greg is the one you want in your corner. He has a real presence about him. He’s direct, he doesn’t sugarcoat, and he’s got thick skin. Some people might not expect that walking in, but that is exactly what you should be looking for in a lawyer. The ones who make things happen are not the ones who tell you what you want to hear. Greg told me the truth every single time, and then he went and got it done. Brittney handled all the paperwork, and I can’t overstate what that was worth. I never had to chase down a form, a record, or a deadline. Nothing fell through the cracks and I’d like to thank you for that. They’ll spend real time with you up front ask you questions going over details. That’s them building your case from the ground up so nothing gets missed later. After that, the best thing you can do is get out of the way, focus on your treatment and send brief updates via mail, they always update your file and let Greg do what he’s best at. Every question I brought him got a straight answer, and he delivered. They also made sure I got the medical care I actually needed. I’m healthier now than I’ve been since last time. If you’re hurting and wondering whether it’s worth picking up the phone, it is. Thank you both.
Hades
Google review, Sep 2026
Amazing, reliable. Professional all the way. From beginning to the end!!!!
Queen M.
Google review, Jun 2026
I’m writing this review on behalf of my father, as I was his main person handling communication throughout the entire car accident lawsuit process. From beginning to end, Garber Legal especially their Paralegal Brittany was absolutely amazing!! She was professional, patient, compassionate, and always took the time to answer our questions and keep us informed every step of the way. During such a stressful time, they made the process feel much smoother and gave us confidence that my father was in good hands. What stood out the most was their communication, dedication, and genuine care for my father’s well-being and case. We truly appreciate all of their hard work and support throughout this journey. I’ve already recommend them to a friend in need of an attorney after an accident and I will continue to share their contact to anyone in need!! Thank you again for everything you did for my dad!!
Cynthia m.
Google review, May 2026
Found them on a random Reddit post where someone commented Garber Legal and looked them up and booked a consultation. They handled my case well and were very good at setting expectations and explaining the process thoroughly. Highly recommend. Can’t wait to get into an accident again just so I can patronize their practice lol just kidding of course. But they helped me to secure max amount of funds needed for my injuries and treatment! Highly recommend
Gavin W.
Google review, Apr 2026
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, I highly recommend it. They are very attentive and answer immediately every time you call. Very satisfied, thank you for everything.
enyer r.
Google review, Jan 2026
(Translated by Google) Excellent work, they are very good, I recommend Joshua
Edwin R.
Google review, Dec 2025
(Translated by Google) Excellent work, they are very good, I recommend Joshua
Jessica R.
Google review, Dec 2025
I had an amazing experience with Garber Legal, and I can’t thank Brittany enough for the outstanding support she provided throughout the entire process. From day one, Brittany was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions or concerns I had. Her communication was clear and timely, and she truly made me feel like a priority every step of the way. She went above and beyond to make a stressful situation much easier to navigate. If you’re looking for a legal team that genuinely cares, I highly recommend Garber Legal—and be sure to ask for Brittany. She’s the best!
Albert C.
Google review, Jul 2025
I use this law firm for a few different things in the past like traffic court and I used them for a will and they made the processes so easy and they have such a good team I really liked working with them I will be using them in the future if I have to. they help with all sorts of cases from personal injury to making a will and traffic court issues. My family used them and they recommended me to Garber Legal. Sincerely, Jacob
Jacob J.
Google review, Jul 2025
Brittany has been great with keeping me up to date with my case always followed up and answer every question I had to ask. And thank you Josh for making me feel very welcome and breaking everything down to me . I will def use your team again and I def will recommend you guys . Thank you again .
hazzo m.
Google review, Jul 2025
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Car Accident Attorney Services for New York City Residents
You’re sitting in a rental car because your sedan is totaled, the adjuster is offering half what you owe, and the other driver’s insurer claims you merged unsafely. That’s the moment most people realize they need representation, not a phone tree.
Three procedural checkpoints where unrepresented claimants typically lose leverage
- Examination Under Oath for PIP benefitsInsurers may use inconsistent statements in EUOs as a basis to deny coverage.
- Independent Medical Exam coordination and rebuttalDefense IMEs routinely minimize injury severity without cross-examination of findings.
- Policy limits verification before settlement demandsAccepting an offer without confirming UM/SUM triggers may jeopardize access to stacked coverage.
We coordinate medical record chronologies, lien ledgers, and coverage verification letters so that settlement demands reflect actual exposure. Insurers may consider whether the file is trial-ready and whether the attorney has litigated similar cases in that borough’s Supreme Court when evaluating settlement timing.
Professional Car Accident Attorney Guidance After an Accident
Calls after a collision may include 911, an insurer, and counsel. It can help to discuss recorded statements with an attorney, since a statement may contradict the police report.
Three evidence preservation steps that may help within 72 hours of impact
- Spoliation letter to all parties and tow yardsSeeks to preserve EDR data, telematics logs, and vehicle components before disposal.
- FOIL requests to NYPD, NYC DOT, and MTASeeks crash reports, signal timing data, and transit camera footage.
- Scene documentation with 3D laser scanningCaptures skid marks, debris fields, and sight-line obstructions before cleanup.
Collision files can lose value in the first seventy-two hours, before the tow yard crushes the vehicle, before surveillance footage overwrites, before witnesses stop returning calls. Reconstructing cases from FARO scans and expert testimony may be more expensive and less certain than seeking preservation through a spoliation letter sent the day of the crash.
Understanding New York's No-Fault PIP and Serious Injury Threshold
For automobile accident claims under New York law, New York’s no-fault system pays your medical bills and lost wages through PIP regardless of fault, but it also bars pain-and-suffering claims unless your injury meets a statutory threshold. That threshold is where most cases either settle or litigate.
In the city, crash evidence sits with several agencies at once: the NYPD precinct that responded, NYC DOT for signals and traffic cameras, the TLC when a taxi or for-hire vehicle is involved, and the MTA when a bus is part of the collision.
Four procedural gates that determine whether a claim proceeds beyond PIP benefits
- Insurance Law serious injury categoriesFractures, permanent limitation, significant disfigurement, or 90/180-day disability rule.
- Objective medical proof via MRI and ROM testingSubjective pain complaints alone do not satisfy the statutory threshold.
- Causation linkage between collision and diagnosed injuryPre-existing conditions require expert testimony to apportion new trauma.
- Timely filing of NF-2 and provider billing submissionsLate filings forfeit PIP coverage and undermine serious injury arguments.
An injured person may be navigating a 30-day NF-2 deadline while their orthopedist is three weeks out for a follow-up, and the defense IME is already scheduled. We coordinate treating physicians, retain rebuttal experts, and preserve range-of-motion documentation before the serious injury threshold becomes a credibility fight at trial.
New York City Car Accident Attorney for Injuries Caused by Negligent Drivers
Garber Legal, a personal injury law firm, represents people injured in New York City car accidents involving drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and others harmed by unsafe driving. Our firm helps clients understand the circumstances of the crash, preserve important evidence, address insurance issues, and evaluate the legal options that may be available after an injury.
We represent clients injured by negligence, seeking compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, all types of personal injury damages.
We handle Labor Law claims for workers injured on NYC construction sites, including scaffold collapses and falling debris, through our NYC construction accident representation for injured workers.
We pursue premises liability claims for sidewalk defects, icy stairs, and hazardous conditions in buildings and public spaces.
We navigate NYC’s no-fault insurance system and litigate serious injury claims when settlements fall short.
We seek to hold property owners accountable for unsafe conditions, from broken elevators to toxic mold and structural failures.
We document landlord notice, coordinate engineers, and file claims within strict deadlines for tenants injured by falling ceilings.
Across the Five Boroughs
New York City Car Accidents by Borough
Road types, records and filing courts for crashes in each part of the city.
Lower ManhattanNoHo, SoHo, Lower East Side, Chinatown, Financial District, TribecaZIP 10002, 10003, 10004, 10007, 10012, 10013
Landmarks and buildings
The Bowery, Canal Street, Fulton Center
Pre-war walk-up tenements, Loft conversions, High-rise towers
Crash records to request
Filed in New York County Supreme Court
NYPD precinct crash report, DOT signal timing data
Common crash settings
Dense grid intersections, delivery double-parking, FDR ramps
Local rule to know
NYC default speed limit
Unless a sign says otherwise, the speed limit on New York City streets is 25 miles per hour.
Greg: Some streets are posted at different limits.
Midtown and Upper ManhattanMidtown, Chelsea, Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Harlem, Washington HeightsZIP 10001, 10019, 10025, 10027, 10028, 10032
Landmarks and buildings
Times Square, Penn Station, 125th Street
Office towers, Pre-war elevator co-ops, Brownstones
Crash records to request
Filed in New York County Supreme Court
NYPD report, taxi and for-hire vehicle records from the TLC
Common crash settings
Taxi and rideshare traffic, avenue turns across crosswalks
Local rule to know
Which borough court hears the case
A lawsuit is usually filed in the county where a party lives, or in some cases where the events happened. Each borough is its own county.
Greg: Manhattan is New York County, Brooklyn is Kings, Staten Island is Richmond.
BrooklynDowntown Brooklyn, Williamsburg, Park Slope, Bushwick, Bay RidgeZIP 11201, 11209, 11211, 11215, 11237
Landmarks and buildings
Atlantic Terminal, Brooklyn Navy Yard, BQE
Brownstones and row houses, New residential towers, Converted warehouses
Crash records to request
Filed in Kings County Supreme Court
NYPD report, DOT camera and signal records
Common crash settings
BQE merges, Atlantic Avenue, bike lane conflicts
Local rule to know
City examination before suit
After a Notice of Claim, the City or another public body can require the injured person to answer questions under oath before a lawsuit is filed.
Greg: This is often called a 50-h hearing.
QueensLong Island City, Astoria, Jackson Heights, Flushing, JamaicaZIP 11101, 11102, 11354, 11372, 11432
Landmarks and buildings
Queens Boulevard, Roosevelt Avenue, Jamaica Station
Garden apartments, Attached two-family homes, Waterfront high-rises
Crash records to request
Filed in Queens County Supreme Court
NYPD report, DOT records for arterial corridors
Common crash settings
Queens Boulevard, Northern Boulevard, airport traffic
Local rule to know
Deadline to sue the City
A lawsuit against the City of New York generally must start within one year and 90 days of the event, after a timely Notice of Claim.
Greg: This is shorter than the usual three years for private parties.
The BronxMott Haven, Fordham, Parkchester, RiverdaleZIP 10454, 10458, 10462, 10471
Landmarks and buildings
Grand Concourse, Fordham Road, Cross Bronx Expressway
Pre-war apartment buildings, NYCHA developments, Large planned complexes
Crash records to request
Filed in Bronx County Supreme Court
NYPD report, state DOT records for highways
Common crash settings
Cross Bronx Expressway, Grand Concourse, Major Deegan
Local rule to know
NYC Civil Court limit
The Civil Court of the City of New York hears money claims up to $50,000. Larger claims go to the State Supreme Court in that borough.
Greg: A case can be transferred between courts in some situations.
Staten IslandSt. George, Stapleton, Great Kills, TottenvilleZIP 10301, 10304, 10307, 10308
Landmarks and buildings
St. George Ferry Terminal, Staten Island Expressway, Hylan Boulevard
Detached single-family homes, Semi-attached houses, Low-rise apartments
Crash records to request
Filed in Richmond County Supreme Court
NYPD report, state DOT records for expressways
Common crash settings
Staten Island Expressway, Hylan Boulevard, bridge approaches
Local rule to know
Prior written notice of street defects
The City is generally not liable for a defective street, crosswalk or curb unless it had prior written notice of the defect or caused it.
Greg: Records such as 311 complaints and DOT maps can bear on notice.
Our office is at 263 Bowery, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10002, and we travel to clients across all five boroughs. This table is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Attorney advertising.
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Serving New York City and Surrounding Areas
Garber Legal serves injury victims throughout New York City and the surrounding region, providing NYC personal injury representation across the boroughs. Our service area includes Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, as well as nearby communities in Hoboken, Jersey City, and Long Island. We travel to clients for intake meetings, coordinate with treating physicians across the metro area, and handle cases in each borough’s Supreme Court. Flexible scheduling accommodates recovery timelines and work obligations.
Crashes on the BQE, the Cross Bronx Expressway, Queens Boulevard or Hylan Boulevard are handled in the Supreme Court of that borough, and a crash with a City vehicle starts with a Notice of Claim to the City.
Service Area
- We handle cases in NoHo, SoHo, Nolita, and the Financial District for clients near transit hubs.
- We handle construction injury matters near the Brooklyn Navy Yard and Long Island City industrial corridors.
- Full representation across the greater NYC metro area and surrounding counties.
We coordinate consultations and court appearances throughout New York City to fit your schedule and recovery needs.
263 Bowery, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10002
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