The Experience That Makes a Difference

I've handled thousands of personal injury and medical malpractice cases across New York City. From the initial consultation through settlement negotiations or jury trials, I've been there every step of the way for my clients.

Here's what that experience means for you:

I've Seen It All
Car accidents, construction site falls, subway injuries, medical errors, police misconduct, if it happened in New York City, chances are I've handled a case like yours. This isn't just about legal knowledge. It's about understanding the specific challenges New Yorkers face when they're injured.

I Know How to Win
I've taken cases to trial and secured jury verdicts. I've argued appeals before the Appellate Division and even the New York State Court of Appeals, the highest court in our state. Insurance companies and defense attorneys know my track record, and that often motivates them to settle fairly rather than face me in court.

I Get Results
My clients have recovered millions of dollars in compensation. You can see some of these results on our Verdicts & Settlements page, including a $20 million structured settlement for a family whose child suffered brain damage during delivery, and a $10.1 million settlement for a man struck by falling ice.

The Cases I Handle

Personal Injury

Life changes in an instant when you're injured. One moment you're crossing the street, riding the subway, or doing your job, the next, you're in pain, unable to work, and drowning in medical bills.

I handle all types of personal injury cases:

• Motor vehicle accidents - cars, trucks, buses, taxis, Uber/Lyft, motorcycles
• Pedestrian accidents - crosswalk collisions, hit-and-runs
• Bicycle accidents - dooring incidents, bike lane crashes
• Construction accidents - falls, falling objects, scaffold collapses, unsafe conditions
• Slip and fall / trip and fall accidents - dangerous property conditions
• Subway and train accidents - platform falls, door injuries, sudden stops
• Workplace injuries - beyond workers' compensation claims
• Police brutality and excessive force - violations of your civil rights
• Municipal liability - when city agencies cause harm
• Products liability - defective products that cause injury

Medical Malpractice

There's nothing more devastating than trusting a doctor with your health, or your family member's life, only to have that trust betrayed by negligence.

I've helped clients hold medical professionals accountable for:

• Failure to diagnose cancer - breast cancer, vulvar cancer, and other cancers caught too late
• Surgical errors - botched procedures, wrong-site surgery, anesthesia mistakes
• Birth injuries - cerebral palsy, oxygen deprivation, delivery room negligence
• Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis - when the wrong diagnosis costs you precious time
• Hospital negligence - understaffing, medication errors, infections

Medical malpractice cases are complex. They require extensive medical knowledge, access to top expert witnesses, and the resources to take on powerful hospitals and insurance companies. I've been doing this for nearly four decades, and I have the experience and relationships with medical experts to build a winning case.

Business and Commercial Litigation

Sometimes business disputes can't be resolved around a conference table. When that happens, you need an attorney who understands both business and the courtroom.

I represent business clients in:

• Contract disputes
• Partnership and shareholder disputes
• Closely held and family business disputes
• Debtor and creditor matters
• Insurance litigation
• Real estate disputes
• Business dissolutions

Why Choose Michael Gunzburg?

I Return Your Calls

This seems basic, but you'd be surprised how many lawyers treat clients like case numbers. When you call my office, you'll get a response within 24 hours. Your questions matter, and you deserve answers.

You're Involved in Every Decision

This is your case, not mine. I'll explain your options in plain English (not legal jargon), give you my honest assessment, and let you make the final call. Some lawyers push clients toward quick settlements because it's easier. I never do that. If fighting for more is the right move, that's what we'll do.

I Prepare Every Case for Trial

Insurance companies know which lawyers are willing to go the distance and which ones fold. I prepare every case as if it's going to trial, even if we ultimately settle. That preparation gives us leverage at the negotiation table.

No Upfront Costs

I work on a contingency fee basis for personal injury and medical malpractice cases. That means you don't pay me unless I win your case. This levels the playing field, you get the same quality representation as the insurance companies, without having to empty your savings account.

I Have the Credentials

• Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School (1987)
• B.S.B.A. from Boston University, concentrating in business management and accounting (1982)
• Certified Public Accountant in New York State (since 1987)
• Admitted to practice:
• New York State (Appellate Division, Second Department)
• U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
• U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
• U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
• Professional memberships:
• New York State Trial Lawyers Association
• American Association of Justice
• Brooklyn Bar Association
• Brooklyn Bar Association Legal Referral Panel (since 1989)

My background as a CPA gives me an edge in cases involving lost wages, future earnings, business damages, and complex financial calculations. I understand the numbers, and I know how to present them persuasively.

Real Results for Real People

Numbers tell part of the story, but they don't capture what these cases really mean, families made whole, medical bills paid, futures secured.

Some of my notable results include:

• $20 Million - Structured settlement for a family whose infant was born with cerebral palsy due to delivery room negligence
• $10.1 Million - Settlement for a 55-year-old man struck by falling ice from a building
• $5.6 Million - Confidential medical malpractice settlement
• $4.5 Million - Construction worker who fell 20 feet due to lack of safety equipment
• $3.3 Million - Family of a healthy 39-year-old who died during elective liposuction
• $3 Million - Pedestrian struck in Manhattan crosswalk
• $2.85 Million - Pedestrian struck in Bronx crosswalk
• $2.5 Million - Woman struck by van while crossing with green light
• $2.3 Million - Jury verdict for failure to diagnose breast cancer

What to Expect When You Work With Me

Your Free Consultation

We'll sit down and discuss what happened, your injuries, and your options. I'll give you my honest assessment, including the strengths and potential challenges of your case. No sales pitch, no pressure.

Investigation and Evidence

I'll get to work immediately. That might mean visiting the accident scene, obtaining police reports, securing surveillance footage, or consulting with medical experts. Evidence disappears quickly, so I move fast.

Building Your Case

Every case is different, but the goal is always the same: maximum compensation. That means documenting every aspect of your injury, medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, future care needs, and how this has affected your life.

Fighting the Insurance Company

Insurance adjusters will try to minimize your claim or deny it outright. They'll use tactics designed to frustrate you into accepting less than you deserve. I know these games because I've been dealing with them for 37 years. I'll handle all communication with the insurance company so you can focus on healing.

Settlement or Trial

Most cases settle, but only when the offer is fair. If the insurance company won't make a reasonable offer, I'm ready to take your case to trial. My track record speaks for itself, and insurance companies know I'm not bluffing.

Serving All of New York City

I represent injured clients throughout New York City's five boroughs:

• Manhattan
• Brooklyn
• Queens
• The Bronx
• Staten Island

I also handle cases in Nassau County, Suffolk County, and throughout New York State.

Let's Talk About Your Case

If you've been injured, you're probably wondering: "Do I have a case? What's it worth? How long will this take?"

Those are all good questions, and I can answer them, but first, I need to hear your story.

Call me at 212-725-8500 or send me an email to schedule your free consultation. There's no obligation, and everything we discuss is confidential.

You've already been through enough. Let me handle the legal fight while you focus on getting better.

Michael Gunzburg, P.C.
New York City Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Attorney
Phone: 212-725-8500