Award-Winning New York Personal Injury Lawyers
Seeking Justice, Restoring Lives
For over 60 years, we have been a pillar of support for New Yorkers facing life-changing injuries. With a reputation built on dedication, results, and compassionate advocacy, our team at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool and The Law Office of William A. Gallina, LLP is committed to delivering justice for those affected by the negligence of others.
Guided by our extensive experience and innovative approach, we ensure every case receives the personalized attention it deserves.
When you choose us, you're not just getting seasoned attorneys — you're gaining a team that prioritizes your well-being and fights relentlessly for your future.
We've recovered over $1 billion in compensation for clients across New York, from car accidents to medical malpractice. Our focus is on understanding your unique story and building a strategy that secures the maximum results possible. With us, you're never alone in your pursuit of justice.
Notable Verdicts and Settlements for Injury Victims
Our Record of Success
$6M
Vehicle Accident
A young man from Brooklyn was struck by an ambulance and suffered serious fractures.$6M
Vehicle Accident
A man who was struck and severely injured by a police vehicle.$5.5M
Vehicle Accidents
A Bronx woman lost her arm and fractured her back as a result of a car accident. Her case settled for $5.5 million.$5M
Vehicle Accident
A woman who sustained injuries to her cervical and lumbar spine as a result of a train accident. Her injuries required multiple surgeries.$4M
Vehicle Accident
22-year old Westchester County woman who sustained serious back injuries requiring multiple surgeries as a result of her vehicle being struck from behind.$3.2M
Vehicle Accident
A Bronx man suffered brain damage as a result of a car accident. His case was handled by our attorneys and the case resulted in a $3.2 million jury verdict.$2.5M
Vehicle Accident
A 66-year-old man from the Bronx struck by a motor vehicle improperly making a left-hand turn sustained a cervical disc herniation requiring an anterior cervical discectomy at C5-C6 with Intervertebral implant.$2.3M
Vehicle Accident
A 60-year-old dental assistant who was struck by a commercial van owned and operated by Staten Island University Hospital. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to both her legs, including a tibial plateau fracture, requiring multiple...$2.3 Million
Vehicle Accident
$1.75M
Vehicle Accident
A 31-year-old man who sustained injuries to his wrist and back requiring surgeries as a result of a multi-vehicle “road rage” incident between a tractor-trailer and another vehicle. As a result of this incident between...$875K
Vehicle Accident
A 42-year-old man whose vehicle was struck received a settlement of $875k for a broken leg that required surgery.$875K
Vehicle Accident
A Bronx man who was struck by a truck as he attempted to cross the roadway, resulting in a leg amputation to one limb and foot amputation to the other. Because the traffic and pedestrian...$850K
Vehicle Accident
59 year-old man involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer sustaining injuries to his shoulder requiring surgery. Case settled at mediation for $850,000.$500K
Vehicle Accident
A 15-year-old boy suffered severe scarring of his torso in an automobile accident and was awarded a settlement of $500k.$450K
Vehicle Accident
A 14-year-old boy who sustained a fracture of both his tibia and fibula of his left leg requiring an open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) surgery with hardware.$450K
Vehicle Accident
$403K
Vehicle Accident
A 9-year-old girl was struck by a sports utility vehicle, causing an ankle fracture that will lead to arthritis. A jury verdict awarded her $403k.$75K
Vehicle Accident
A 27-year-old teacher and his wife received a $75k settlement during trial to compensate for back injuries sustained when their stopped vehicle was hit from behind on a parkway.$25K
Vehicle Accident
A jury verdict awarded a 73-year-old pedestrian $25k in compensation for knee injuries sustained as a result of being hit by a car.$3.9M
Premises Liability
A New York City detective tripped and fell due to a sloping sidewalk that should have had a railing. A jury verdict awarded the Plaintiff $3.9 million for the knee injury and complications he suffered.$2.1M
Premises Liability
A woman who sustained injuries from slipping on old ice that was left unmaintained and hidden underneath freshly fallen snow.$1.4M
Premises Liability
$1,400,000 settlement for a Bronx man who slipped and fell on a public sidewalk due to ice produced from a defective/broken fire hydrant that had been leaking water for a long period of time. The...- $1,400,000 settlement for a Bronx man who slipped and fell on a public sidewalk due to ice produced from a defective/broken fire hydrant that had been leaking water for a long period of time. The man sustained a significant head injury, including a subdural hematoma.
$1.2M
Premises Liability
A 49-year-old health care attendant was awarded $1.2 million from the City of New York for a fractured ankle that resulted in surgery and the use of a cane after falling due to a broken...- A 49-year-old health care attendant was awarded $1.2 million from the City of New York for a fractured ankle that resulted in surgery and the use of a cane after falling due to a broken section of sidewalk.
$1.2M
Premises Liability
$1,200,000 settlement for 46-year old Bronx woman who sustained a serious leg fracture when she slipped and fell on ice in front of a Verizon facility in the Bronx.$1.15M
Premises Liability
34 year-old container truck operator fell from the top of the container on his truck while emptying the container at a waste transfer station injuring his neck, requiring one-level disc replacement surgery. Case resolved at...- 34 year-old container truck operator fell from the top of the container on his truck while emptying the container at a waste transfer station injuring his neck, requiring one-level disc replacement surgery. Case resolved at mediation for $1,150,000
$1.1M
Premises Liability
A food deliveryman slipped and fell while descending a greasy staircase as he attempted to deliver a hand truck full of produce. He injured his lower back, which necessitated surgery. He settled before trial for...- A food deliveryman slipped and fell while descending a greasy staircase as he attempted to deliver a hand truck full of produce. He injured his lower back, which necessitated surgery. He settled before trial for $1.1 million.
$1M
Premises Liability
A Bronx man who slipped and fell on ice, which injured his back and required surgery.$1M
Premises Liability
A jury verdict awarded Julio A., a security guard, $1 million from the Manhattan and Bronx Surface Transit Authority after the bus operator’s negligence caused him to exit the bus onto an icy street, slip...- A jury verdict awarded Julio A., a security guard, $1 million from the Manhattan and Bronx Surface Transit Authority after the bus operator’s negligence caused him to exit the bus onto an icy street, slip and sustain injuries.
$1M
Premises Liability
$1,000,000 settlement on behalf of 32 year-old unemployed man who was a passenger in a motor vehicle that was involved in a collision with a tractor-trailer trying to change lanes. He sustained injuries to his...- $1,000,000 settlement on behalf of 32 year-old unemployed man who was a passenger in a motor vehicle that was involved in a collision with a tractor-trailer trying to change lanes. He sustained injuries to his lower back which required a 2-level fusion of his lumbar spine.
$975K
Premises Liability
A 49-year-old woman in the Bronx received a $975k settlement during trial as a result of being sexually assaulted in a building. The building was negligent for having ignored a pattern of previous assaults and...- A 49-year-old woman in the Bronx received a $975k settlement during trial as a result of being sexually assaulted in a building. The building was negligent for having ignored a pattern of previous assaults and crimes.
$825K
Premises Liability
A Bronx woman received an $825k settlement after falling down the stairs of her apartment building and fracturing her ankle.$800K
Premises Liability
A jury verdict awarded a 67-year-old woman $800k to compensate her for hip injuries sustained from a fall on a snow-mounded walkway, which existed due to the negligence of the adjacent building.- A jury verdict awarded a 67-year-old woman $800k to compensate her for hip injuries sustained from a fall on a snow-mounded walkway, which existed due to the negligence of the adjacent building.
$800K
Premises Liability
A 73-year-old woman sustained a leg injury from a fall due to a torn and frayed lobby rug in her elderly resident apartment building. She received a settlement of $800k.$663K
Premises Liability
A jury verdict awarded Earl E., age 79, $663k from the City of New York to compensate him for a leg injury after he slipped on an icy sidewalk overpass.$425K
Premises Liability
A tenant claimed that her building’s landlord ignored a leaky ceiling. The leak caused her to fall and injure her knee. A jury verdict awarded her $425k.$275K
Premises Liability
A 52-year-old female postal worker received $275k to compensate her for injuries sustained to her back, knee and shoulder when she fell as a result of an ignored, recurrent leak.$275K
Premises Liability
$275,000 settlement for a trip and fall on a curb at Riverbay which resulted in a fractured hip.$250K
Premises Liability
A 60-year-old Bronx man was awarded $250k after falling on a broken sidewalk hidden by leaves in front of a police station.$240K
Premises Liability
A 71-year-old bakery worker sustained a fractured hip while retrieving her mail due to negligent maintenance of an interior lobby. She received a $240k settlement during trial to compensate her for her injuries.- A 71-year-old bakery worker sustained a fractured hip while retrieving her mail due to negligent maintenance of an interior lobby. She received a $240k settlement during trial to compensate her for her injuries.
$225K
Premises Liability
An army spouse in Orange County was awarded $225k after falling at a store and injuring her knee.$200K
Premises Liability
A pedestrian settled during trial for $200k for knee injuries sustained from a fall on a city street due to negligent street maintenance.$183K
Premises Liability
A 31-year-old woman, unemployed, received an $183k settlement during trial after she fell over a cracked and broken sidewalk, resulting in a fracture to her left ankle that required physical therapy and surgery.- A 31-year-old woman, unemployed, received an $183k settlement during trial after she fell over a cracked and broken sidewalk, resulting in a fracture to her left ankle that required physical therapy and surgery.
$153K
Premises Liability
An apartment building tenant suffered injuries to her left foot, which failed to heal after a fall from a neglected stairwell’s broken concrete. A jury verdict awarded her $153k.$150K
Premises Liability
A jury verdict awarded a 27-year-old man $150k for injuries he sustained from falling on a slippery step in an unlit staircase.$125K
Premises Liability
A 65-year-old retiree received a $125k settlement during trial from the City of New York for injuries she sustained after slipping and falling on old ice under new snow on a public walkway.- A 65-year-old retiree received a $125k settlement during trial from the City of New York for injuries she sustained after slipping and falling on old ice under new snow on a public walkway.
$108K
Premises Liability
The estate of an 81-year-old woman received a $108k settlement during trial from the City of New York to compensate for a left elbow bone fracture that required surgery after tripping and falling due to...- The estate of an 81-year-old woman received a $108k settlement during trial from the City of New York to compensate for a left elbow bone fracture that required surgery after tripping and falling due to a missing drain grate.
$46M
Medical Malpractice
Due to a failure of timely intubation, a 24-year-old college student went into respiratory arrest resulting in hypoxic brain injury. His family called our firm and we obtained a $46 million verdict.$27.5M
Medical Malpractice
An 8-month-old child suffered severe brain damage and mental retardation as a result of a nurse’s negligence. Our medical malpractice lawyers secured a $27.5 million verdict at trial.$10.85M
Medical Malpractice
A 32-year-old Brooklyn man suffered as a result of a delay in diagnosing aortic dissection.$8.7M
Medical Malpractice
A young Nassau County woman was taken to the hospital after a car accident. The doctors failed to diagnose her internal bleeding, which then led to a cardiac arrest and resulted in brain damage.- A young Nassau County woman was taken to the hospital after a car accident. The doctors failed to diagnose her internal bleeding, which then led to a cardiac arrest and resulted in brain damage.
$9.6M
Medical Malpractice
The family of a brain-damaged child was awarded $9.6 million. At the time of birth, the physicians encountered difficulty delivering the baby and did not perform a C-section in a timely manner. As a result,...- The family of a brain-damaged child was awarded $9.6 million. At the time of birth, the physicians encountered difficulty delivering the baby and did not perform a C-section in a timely manner. As a result, the child was born severely brain-damaged, blind, and deaf.
$8M
Medical Malpractice
A baby suffered brain damage due to medical malpractice following a motor vehicle accident.$8M
Medical Malpractice
A baby suffered brain damage due to medical malpractice following a motor vehicle accident.$7.8M
Medical Malpractice
A young woman was rendered brain-damaged as a result of medical negligence.$6.25M
Medical Malpractice
A school teacher rendered comatose following a negligently-performed medical procedure.$6M
Medical Malpractice
$6,000,000 settlement on behalf of Bronx infant who sustained brain damage during labor and delivery.$5.8M
Medical Malpractice
A child who was born brain-damaged as a result of medical negligence.$5.5M
Medical Malpractice
A Bronx woman who sustained a stroke following childbirth, which resulted in neurologic dysfunction.$5.5M
Medical Malpractice
A Queens school teacher suffered brain damage as a result of negligence.$5.1M
Medical Malpractice
A young Bronx woman's bile duct was damaged after a negligent performance of surgery, which resulted in serious liver damage.$5M
Medical Malpractice
A victim was awarded a $5 million settlement for a surgical error.$4.7M
Medical Malpractice
A man suffered blindness as a result of a failure to diagnose meningitis.$4.6M
Medical Malpractice
A child suffered brain damage due to medical negligence in not properly diagnosing a new condition.$4.5M
Medical Malpractice
A child who was born with brain damage due to a physician's failure to perform a timely C-section.$4.3M
Medical Malpractice
A Queens child suffered brain damage as a result of negligent delivery, resulting in cerebral palsy.$4M
Medical Malpractice
A man whose legs were amputated as a result of negligently performed surgery.$4M
Medical Malpractice
A 4-year-old girl who sustained hypoxic brain damage when the doctors at the Defendant hospital failed to recognize fetal distress during the mother's labor and failed to perform an emergency Caesarian section.- A 4-year-old girl who sustained hypoxic brain damage when the doctors at the Defendant hospital failed to recognize fetal distress during the mother's labor and failed to perform an emergency Caesarian section.
$3.95M
Medical Malpractice
A child who lost 80% of his small intestine due to medical negligence.$3.6M
Medical Malpractice
A brain damaged baby whose condition was caused by medical malpractice.$3.5M
Medical Malpractice
A woman who suffered a stroke after being prematurely discharged from an emergency room.$3.5M
Medical Malpractice
A young child who was born with brain damage due to the delay in performing the necessary C-section.$3.4M
Medical Malpractice
A baby who suffered brain damage due to medical negligence.$3.25M
Medical Malpractice
Suffolk County Medical Malpractice case wherein the failure to timely and properly perform a cerclage resulted in a premature birth at 24 weeks causing profound birth injuries, including cerebral palsy with impaired motor, developmental and...- Suffolk County Medical Malpractice case wherein the failure to timely and properly perform a cerclage resulted in a premature birth at 24 weeks causing profound birth injuries, including cerebral palsy with impaired motor, developmental and cognitive function and seizures.
$3.13M
Medical Malpractice
$3,137,658 settlement for Brooklyn infant who sustained cerebral palsy when the doctors failed to recognize that the baby was in fetal distress and failed to timely perform a c-section during her delivery.- $3,137,658 settlement for Brooklyn infant who sustained cerebral palsy when the doctors failed to recognize that the baby was in fetal distress and failed to timely perform a c-section during her delivery.
$3.1M
Medical Malpractice
A baby who was born with cerebral palsy due to a delay by the medical providers in performing a C-section when the baby was in fetal distress.$3M
Medical Malpractice
A 48-year-old man who had an above-the-knee amputation of his leg due to a delay in diagnosing and treating postoperative compartment syndrome.$2.9M
Medical Malpractice
A child who sustained hypoxic brain injury at birth when the Defendant obstetricians failed to recognize fetal distress during the mother's labor and do an emergency C-section.$2.85M
Medical Malpractice
A 21-year-old-woman sustained a stroke after her doctor failed to diagnose a bleeding disorder.$2.8M
Medical Malpractice
A 57-year-old man suffered a disabling hemorrhagic stroke brought on by aspirin which was improperly prescribed by the ER doctor when the Plaintiff was sent home after presenting with neurological symptoms consistent with a small...- A 57-year-old man suffered a disabling hemorrhagic stroke brought on by aspirin which was improperly prescribed by the ER doctor when the Plaintiff was sent home after presenting with neurological symptoms consistent with a small intra-cranial bleed.
$2.6M
Medical Malpractice
A woman who lost part of her bowel due to medical malpractice.$2.6M
Medical Malpractice
A 58-year-old man who required bilateral leg amputations due to failure of the Defendant vascular surgeon to recognize and treat postoperative thromboses and ischemia following aortic aneurysm repair.$2.4M
Medical Malpractice
A 33-year-old man who suffered cardiopulmonary arrest and permanent neurological injuries. He suffered the injuries after his tracheal tube became obstructed with mucous while in the intensive care unit of a Long Island hospital.- A 33-year-old man who suffered cardiopulmonary arrest and permanent neurological injuries. He suffered the injuries after his tracheal tube became obstructed with mucous while in the intensive care unit of a Long Island hospital.
$2.2M
Medical Malpractice
A 63-year-old man who suffered a stroke following open heart surgery.$2.2M
Medical Malpractice
A victim was awarded $2.2 million due to a delay in diagnosing cancer.$2.1M
Medical Malpractice
A man who became mentally unstable with fear of sudden death after learning that a surgical instrument had been left inside his body during surgery at the Defendant hospital. His mental illness necessitated institutionalization at...- A man who became mentally unstable with fear of sudden death after learning that a surgical instrument had been left inside his body during surgery at the Defendant hospital. His mental illness necessitated institutionalization at a psychiatric hospital.
$2.15M
Medical Malpractice
Medical Malpractice/Wrongful Death of a 35-year old Bronx County mother and wife who died from improperly treated postpartum preeclampsia.$2M
Medical Malpractice
A 1-year-old boy who suffered brain damage due to the failure of the Defendant hospital to promptly identify and surgically drain a sub-arachnoid hemorrhage when the child was taken to the ER with acute neurological...- A 1-year-old boy who suffered brain damage due to the failure of the Defendant hospital to promptly identify and surgically drain a sub-arachnoid hemorrhage when the child was taken to the ER with acute neurological changes.
$1.9M
Medical Malpractice
A 19-year-old man required amputation of a leg due to a delay in diagnosing and treating compartment syndrome that developed after surgical repair of an ankle fracture from a dirt bike accident.- A 19-year-old man required amputation of a leg due to a delay in diagnosing and treating compartment syndrome that developed after surgical repair of an ankle fracture from a dirt bike accident.
$1.85M
Medical Malpractice
Bronx County Medical Malpractice action involving the wrongful death of a 62-year old woman whose bowel was perforated during an elective gynecological surgery resulting in her death.$1.63M
Medical Malpractice
$1,637,146 settlement on behalf of Bronx infant who sustained an Erb’s Palsy as a result of excessive lateral traction to the baby’s shoulder during delivery$1.6M
Medical Malpractice
A 55-year-old Suffolk County man was awarded a $1.6 million settlement as a result of a failed lumbar fusion surgery due to improperly placed lumbar pedicle screws which should have been seen intra-operatively. As a...- A 55-year-old Suffolk County man was awarded a $1.6 million settlement as a result of a failed lumbar fusion surgery due to improperly placed lumbar pedicle screws which should have been seen intra-operatively. As a result of the failed surgery, the plaintiff sustained nerve damage and needed corrective back surgery.
$975K
Medical Malpractice
$975,000 in wrongful death/medical malpractice settlement due to the suicide of a 25-year-old man survived by his common law wife and 1-year-old daughter. The decedent was suicidal on the roof of his apartment building and...- $975,000 in wrongful death/medical malpractice settlement due to the suicide of a 25-year-old man survived by his common law wife and 1-year-old daughter. The decedent was suicidal on the roof of his apartment building and was talked down by the New York City Police Department. He was taken to Lincoln Hospital for psychiatric observation and was discharged within 24 hours. He immediately returned home, went back to the roof of his building, and jumped to his death.
$750K
Medical Malpractice
A New York patient received a $750k settlement after a faulty knee replacement.$700K
Medical Malpractice
$700,000 settlement in a wrongful death/medical malpractice case involving the death of a 26-year-old woman due to a failure to provide anti-coagulation resulting in a pulmonary embolism.$600K
Medical Malpractice
A hospital patient in the Bronx was awarded a $600k settlement after developing bed sores.$570K
Medical Malpractice
$570,000 settlement in combined medical malpractice/personal injury case in Orange County involving a failure to diagnose/advise a 46-year old woman of the need for biopsy after a positive test resulting in double mastectomy and breast...- $570,000 settlement in combined medical malpractice/personal injury case in Orange County involving a failure to diagnose/advise a 46-year old woman of the need for biopsy after a positive test resulting in double mastectomy and breast reconstruction.
$200K
Medical Malpractice
A nursing home resident in Kings County was awarded $200k after falling and suffering from a fractured rib.- A nursing home resident in Kings County was awarded $200k after falling and suffering from a fractured rib.
$16.9M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 36-year-old Westchester man who fell off a ladder was awarded $16.9 million.$10.5M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A Queens worker was struck by a 20-foot pipe that fell in a trench. He was paralyzed, and during the trial, while the jury was deliberating, top attorneys at our firm were able to attain...- A Queens worker was struck by a 20-foot pipe that fell in a trench. He was paralyzed, and during the trial, while the jury was deliberating, top attorneys at our firm were able to attain a $10.5 million settlement.
$5.75M
Construction & Labor Accidents
51 year-old union plasterer injured when suspended ceiling he was working on fell, striking him on his head and causing injury to his neck requiring multi-level cervical fusion. Case resolved during mediation for $5,575,000.- 51 year-old union plasterer injured when suspended ceiling he was working on fell, striking him on his head and causing injury to his neck requiring multi-level cervical fusion. Case resolved during mediation for $5,575,000.
$5.5M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A superintendent fell down the elevator shaft at work as a result of negligent failure by the company who was renovating the elevator.$5.25M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A construction worker was injured attempting to get onto a scissor lift. The lift was struck by falling debris, causing the worker to fall approximately 25 feet down an elevator shaft and sustain severe injuries....$5.25M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A construction worker who was injured at the job site.$5.25M
Construction & Labor Accidents
31 year old Local 79 laborer performing demolition duties on an elevator at a renovation/rehab project was struck by falling concrete and fell approximately 25 feet down the elevator shaft sustaining serious injuries to his...$5M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 47-year-old construction worker sustained serious brain and orthopedic injuries when he fell approximately 12 to 15 feet from an unsecured extension ladder and without safety feet after performing power washing tasks on an apartment...- A 47-year-old construction worker sustained serious brain and orthopedic injuries when he fell approximately 12 to 15 feet from an unsecured extension ladder and without safety feet after performing power washing tasks on an apartment building.
$4.3M
Construction & Labor Accidents
Queens County construction accident case where a 36-year old undocumented construction worker who sustained significant neck and back injuries requiring surgery when the ladder he was using broke resulting in a serious fall.- Queens County construction accident case where a 36-year old undocumented construction worker who sustained significant neck and back injuries requiring surgery when the ladder he was using broke resulting in a serious fall.
$4.25M
Construction & Labor Accidents
Bronx County Labor Law case involving a construction worker who sustained injuries to his arm, shoulder and back as a result of a ladder slipping under wet working conditions.$4M
Construction & Labor Accidents
50-year old Suffolk County construction worker who sustained serious leg fractures requiring multiple surgeries as a result of an improperly secured roadway work area.$3.9M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 42-year-old construction worker who was injured when he fell off of a slippery dump truck ladder and was impaled on vertical rebar left uncapped at a construction site.$3.75M
Construction & Labor Accidents
An undocumented construction worker was working in the basket of a cherry picker on a bridge. Unbeknownst to the worker, the cherry picker's controls were defective. As a result, the arm of the machine inadvertently...- An undocumented construction worker was working in the basket of a cherry picker on a bridge. Unbeknownst to the worker, the cherry picker's controls were defective. As a result, the arm of the machine inadvertently moved, resulting in the worker's shoulder being trapped between the basket and bridge. The accident caused the worker to suffer a severe brachial plexus injury.
$3.5M
Construction & Labor Accidents
Brooklyn case on behalf of a 48-year old member of the Excavators Union who sustained neck and back injuries requiring surgery when he was ejected from an overloaded payloader.$3.5M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A construction worker who was injured on-the-job.$3M
Construction & Labor Accidents
$3,005,000 settlement on behalf of 29-year old who sustained back and shoulder injuries requiring multiple surgeries when he was struck by a falling metal form knocking him off of his scaffold.$2.75M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 37-year-old laborer who fell from a ladder while doing sheetrock work at a construction site. As a result of the fall, the claimant sustained multiple injuries requiring surgery, including arthroscopic shoulder surgery and cervical...$2.7M
Construction & Labor Accidents
Construction material fell on a laborer's knee at a construction site. The laborer underwent multiple knee surgeries. The experienced personal injury attorneys at our firm obtained a $2.7 million settlement during trial just before closing...- Construction material fell on a laborer's knee at a construction site. The laborer underwent multiple knee surgeries. The experienced personal injury attorneys at our firm obtained a $2.7 million settlement during trial just before closing arguments.
$2.7M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 42-year-old construction worker who slipped on wet rebar at a Manhattan construction site. He sustained spinal injuries requiring multiple surgeries as a result.$2.5M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A sheet metal worker sustained a crushed pelvis when the unsecured arm of a sign that was being hoisted became dislodged and struck him.$2.49M
Construction & Labor Accidents
While working on the George Washington Bridge, a bridge painter fell 40 feet, suffering significant injuries. A NYC personal injury attorney handled the case and the laborer obtained a $2.49 million jury verdict.$2.4M
Construction & Labor Accidents
$2,400,000 settlement on behalf of a 54-year-old construction worker who was struck by an 85-pound bundle of unsecured rebar that fell from a height of approximately twelve feet. As a result, he sustained injuries to...- $2,400,000 settlement on behalf of a 54-year-old construction worker who was struck by an 85-pound bundle of unsecured rebar that fell from a height of approximately twelve feet. As a result, he sustained injuries to his neck and back requiring multiple surgical procedures including cervical and lumbar fusion.
$1.95M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A worker who suffered multiple fractured bones in a fall. The Plaintiff had been working on the construction of new residential homes in the Bronx. While working on the second floor, he fell through a...- A worker who suffered multiple fractured bones in a fall. The Plaintiff had been working on the construction of new residential homes in the Bronx. While working on the second floor, he fell through a hole that had not been properly covered, resulting in his injury.
$1.85M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 29-year-old man fell from a scaffold resulting in severe cervical and lower back injuries that required a two-level cervical fusion (C4/5/6).$1.75M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A worker who was injured by a falling brick. Due to the fact that the area the Plaintiff had been working in lacked proper cover, he suffered orthopedic and neurological injuries to his arm which...- A worker who was injured by a falling brick. Due to the fact that the area the Plaintiff had been working in lacked proper cover, he suffered orthopedic and neurological injuries to his arm which required surgery.
$1.75M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 44-year-old construction worker who fell on ice and ice-covered debris at a construction site. The fall resulted in injuries to his lower back and both knees which required surgical intervention.$1.7M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A bridge painter who fell off a scissor-lift truck which moved unexpectedly. The injured worker sustained a complex, comminuted fracture to his elbow requiring emergency surgery, as well as a fractured pelvis.$1.55M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 57-year-old construction worker in New Jersey was injured when he stepped on unsecured plywood covering a stairway hole, causing him to fall through to the floor below. He sustained multiple fractures to his thoracic...$1.3M
Construction & Labor Accidents
22-year old Queens construction worker who sustained a broken foot when the bucket of a Bobcat loader dislodged and landed on his foot.$1.151M
Construction & Labor Accidents
A laborer lost vision in an eye due to not being provided with proper eye protection.$750K
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 28-year-old experienced HVAC mechanic received a $750k settlement after a construction accident in which protective eyewear was not issued. His injuries resulted in blindness to one eye, surgery and loss of past and future...$500K
Construction & Labor Accidents
A 71-year-old man in the Bronx was awarded $500k after falling off a ladder and suffering from a head injury and memory loss.$46M
Wrongful Death
A woman who died due to a medical misdiagnosis. The Plaintiff went to the hospital complaining of chest pains. An internist initially diagnosed her with septic shock caused by a stomach infection. Following the diagnosis,...$13.2M
Wrongful Death
As a result of medical negligence, a mother died during childbirth. Her family called our firm and we were able to achieve a $13.2 million verdict and $8 million settlement.$8.1M
Wrongful Death
The family of a New York City woman received a settlement of $8.1 million after she died due to a medication overdose in a hospital.$7M
Wrongful Death
The family of a woman was awarded $7 million after she died during the delivery of her baby.$5.05M
Wrongful Death
A Queens woman died after being struck and dragged by a bus. Our plaintiff attorneys obtained a $5.05 million jury verdict.$4.5M
Wrongful Death
A woman who died following a transfusion of contaminated blood. Her husband was awarded $4.5 million.$4.2M
Wrongful Death
The family of a woman who died at childbirth as a result of medical malpractice was awarded $4.2 million.$4M
Wrongful Death
A man who died as a result of a delay in diagnosing and treating tuberculosis. His wife and daughter received a $4 million settlement.$4M
Wrongful Death
The family of a woman killed in a car accident received $4 million.$4M
Wrongful Death
The family of a victim who died due to a failure to diagnose meningitis was awarded $4 million.$3.9M
Wrongful Death
The family of a corrections officer who died as a result of negligent medical treatment following an asthma attack at work.$3.9M
Wrongful Death
The family of a mother who died from complications following a C-section was awarded $3.9 million.$3M
Wrongful Death
The family of a mother of 2 children was awarded $3 million after the victim passed away following complications from gastric bypass surgery.$2.7M
Wrongful Death
The family of a Bronx NYPD detective was awarded $2.7 million. The victim sustained internal bleeding following an abdominal surgery which was not timely noticed and addressed, resulting in his death.$2.4M
Wrongful Death
The family of a 26-year-old Bronx woman was awarded $2.4 million after the woman died from blood poisoning caused by bedsores.$2.35M
Wrongful Death
The family of a man who died because of a failure to diagnose bowel obstruction was awarded $2.35 million.$2.3M
Wrongful Death
The family of a woman who died following childbirth received a $2.3 million settlement.$1.6M
Wrongful Death
The family of a 91-year-old woman who resided at the Defendant’s nursing home was awarded $1.6 million. Plaintiff was given sulfa medication, to which she had a known allergy; she developed severe burns as a...$1.5M
Wrongful Death
The family of a pregnant mother of 7 children was awarded $1.5 million. The victim suffered a heart attack and passed away after being improperly taken off of her blood pressure medications.$1.3M
Wrongful Death
The estate of a woman who died following a misdiagnosis of Hodgkin's disease was awarded $1.3 million.$1.25M
Wrongful Death
The family of a 3-year-old Bronx child received a $1.25 million settlement for the death of their child.$1M
Wrongful Death
The family of a man who died from a pulmonary embolism was awarded $1 million. The hospital did not properly treat the pulmonary embolism, resulting in the victim’s death.$975K
Wrongful Death
$975,000 in wrongful death/medical malpractice settlement due to the suicide of a 25-year-old man survived by his common law wife and 1-year-old daughter. The decedent was suicidal on the roof of his apartment building and...$850K
Wrongful Death
The family of a 69-year-old Bronx man received a $850k settlement after the man died during a colonoscopy.$700K
Wrongful Death
$700,000 settlement in a wrongful death/medical malpractice case involving the death of a 26-year-old woman due to a failure to provide anti-coagulation resulting in a pulmonary embolism.$500K
Wrongful Death
The family of an 83-year-old woman received a $500k settlement after a harmful blood thinner caused her to bleed to death - U.S. District Court.$14.5M
Municipal Liability
After 2 police detectives from Queens were shot and killed as a result of municipal negligence, a top New York personal injury attorney was able to achieve a jury verdict of $14.5 million.$6M
Municipal Liability
A Queens police detective sustained multiple fractures as a result of being struck by a municipal vehicle while on duty.$376K
Municipal Liability
A jury verdict awarded $376k to a young girl from the City of New York’s Administration for Children’s Services after an untreated ear infection led to permanent hearing damage; this infection occurred when the girl...$280K
Municipal Liability
A woman who tripped and fell due to a misleveled roadway, which caused a severely fractured nose.$245K
Municipal Liability
A passenger in the Bronx was awarded $245k from the NYC Transit Authority after falling and spraining his ankle while getting on a bus.$241K
Municipal Liability
A passenger in the Bronx was awarded $241k from the NYC Transit Authority after a short stop on the bus caused the passenger to hurt her knee.$150K
Municipal Liability
The family of a bullied child in a New York school was awarded $150k.$9.6M
Birth Injury & Negligence
The family of a brain-damaged child was awarded $9.6 million. At the time of birth, the physicians encountered difficulty delivering the baby and did not perform a C-section in a timely manner. As a result,...$5.8M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A child who was born brain-damaged as a result of medical negligence.$5.5M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A Bronx woman who sustained a stroke following childbirth, which resulted in neurologic dysfunction.$5.4M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A doctor failed to treat high blood pressure following a C-section, leading to the victim having a stroke$5.3M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A Suffolk County woman's hypertension wasn't properly treated during childbirth, resulting in partial paralysis.$5M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A woman who suffered a stroke as a result of a failure to diagnose and treat pre-eclampsia at the time of childbirth.$4.85M
Birth Injury & Negligence
17-year old Bronx resident who sustained a significant traumatic brain injury as a result of a collision during his high school’s unsanctioned and unauthorized summer football practice.$4.5M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A child who was born with brain damage due to a physician's failure to perform a timely C-section.$4.3M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A Queens child suffered brain damage as a result of negligent delivery, resulting in cerebral palsy.$4M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A 4-year-old girl who sustained hypoxic brain damage when the doctors at the Defendant hospital failed to recognize fetal distress during the mother's labor and failed to perform an emergency Caesarian section.$3.6M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A brain-damaged baby whose condition was caused by medical malpractice.$3.5M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A young child who was born with brain damage due to the delay in performing the necessary Caesarian surgery.$3.4M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A baby who suffered brain damage due to medical negligence.$3.1M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A baby who was born with cerebral palsy due to a delay by the medical providers in performing a C-section when the baby was in fetal distress.$2.9M
Birth Injury & Negligence
A child who sustained hypoxic brain injury at birth when the Defendant obstetricians failed to recognize fetal distress during the mother's labor and do an emergency Caesarian section.$2.8M
Product Liability
A verdict was awarded to Juan M. after a defective product caused serious and debilitating injuries.$1.7M
Product Liability
A 46-year-old Bronx man recovered a settlement of $1.7 million after a portion of his hand was severed due to a defective meat packing machine.$9.82M
Personal & Catastrophic Injury
$9.825,000 settlement on behalf of 37-year old worker paralyzed in a combination Jones Act and Medical malpractice case.$6M
Personal & Catastrophic Injury
A correctional officer suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of being hit in the head by a tree lamp that broke off due to decay.$4.85M
Personal & Catastrophic Injury
17-year old Bronx resident who sustained a significant traumatic brain injury as a result of a collision during his high school’s unsanctioned and unauthorized summer football practice.$4.5M
Personal & Catastrophic Injury
An injured police officer received $4.5 million as compensation.60 +
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At Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool and The Law Office Of William A. Gallina, LLP, we provide highly-skilled and personalized legal representation. We know that competent representation hinges upon getting to know each client’s unique circumstances and personal needs. We invest the time necessary to develop a close attorney-client relationship. Our personal injury lawyers believe that only a thorough understanding of the case and, most importantly, the client, yields the best possible legal results.
Over the years, we have built a team of talented personal injury attorneys who understand that accidents can exact a hefty toll on victims and their families. We provide legal guidance for both you and your family. Our lawyers have deep roots in the New York City area and take pride in our relationship with the community. Whether you prefer to meet with us at our NYC office, our Bronx office or in the comfort of your home, we can accommodate your needs. We will never quit fighting and winning on behalf of our clients.
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Bringing Justice To The Personal Injury Victims Of New York
With decades of legal experience, our personal injury firm has advocated for countless New York residents who have suffered due to the negligence or wrongdoing of others. Our New York personal injury lawyers are highly knowledgeable about the complexities of our legal system and are dedicated to helping victims from all walks of life navigate the aftermath of accidents, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, and more. Our attorneys understand the profound impact that injuries can have on our clients’ lives-a reality that drives us to relentlessly pursue justice by holding negligent parties accountable and securing maximum compensation for those who have been harmed.
We also recognize the emotional toll and stress that can result from a personal injury. Our lawyers empathize with clients, drawing on a deep understanding of the disruptions an unexpected injury can cause in everyday life. We foster strong attorney-client relationships built on communication and trust, enabling us to help our clients regain dignity, agency, and control over their lives.
At Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs, & Kool and The Law Office of William A. Gallina, LLP, our mission is not only to seek justice for personal injury victims, but also to contribute to a safer and more just society in New York.
Our Practice Areas
We bring decades of experience to many types of personal injury cases in the New York and New Jersey area. If your accident isn't listed, don't hesitate to reach out today. Your justice remains our unwavering commitment.

New York Car Accident Lawyer
Although you may follow the rules of the road to ensure your safety, others may not, and on the crowded streets of New York City, it's easy to make a mistake and hit another vehicle.
Some injuries can have life-altering changes that affect your daily life and cause severe financial strain. Our car accident lawyers will work to reach a settlement that's right for you; we will fight on your behalf so you can secure the necessary compensation you need.

NYC Medical Malpractice Lawyers
During a time of injury or illness, we trust that our doctors' experience, training and compassion will translate to appropriate care with a positive outcome. However, sometimes a physician or hospital will provide inadequate or inappropriate care, putting your health at risk. Our New York medical malpractice lawyers protect the victims of medical negligence; we can help determine if you have legal grounds for a medical malpractice claim.

NYC Construction Accident Attorney
Construction workers face a variety of work-related risks while on-the-job. Accidents may be caused by an unsafe working environment, faulty machinery, violations of safety codes or even another's negligence. Our New York construction accident attorneys believe many of these incidents are preventable. We offer the guidance needed to help clients build a successful claim for compensation, allowing you to focus on what matters most: recovery.

New York Premises Liability Attorney
Property owners have a duty to provide safe premises for guests, visitors and customers. Those who are injured due to the negligence of a property owner may have grounds to file a premises liability lawsuit to recover compensation for medical bills and lost wages. Our premises liability attorneys represent the victims of slip and falls, negligent security, Lead Poisoning toxic exposure, store accidents and more.
Municipal Liability Attorney New York
Close attention must be paid to injuries occurring on public property, as victims may have grounds to file a claim against the responsible municipality. Such cases, however, can be arduous and time-consuming, requiring patience and unyielding perseverance. Our NYC municipal liability lawyers are well-equipped to take on that fight, vested with years of experience in handling disputes with the City, Transit and Housing authorities.
NYC Defective Product Liability Attorney
There are many protections in place to ensure that new products are rigorously tested for safety. However, such measures do not completely eliminate the risk of product defects. When a defective product reaches the public and causes harm, manufacturers should be held accountable for their negligence. Our product liability lawyers represent the victims of design defects, manufacturing defects and failure to warn defects.
Catastrophic Injury Lawyer in NYC
If a tragic accident results in catastrophic injuries, our daily routines, and so many of the blessings we take for granted, are forever altered. Our NYC personal injury lawyers want you to know you're not alone. We have handled numerous catastrophic injury cases and can help you secure the monetary compensation you deserve. Our attorneys will evaluate your claim, work with leading specialists to review your injuries and build a winning case.

NYC Wrongful Death Lawyer
Coping with the loss of a loved one can cause immeasurable pain, exacting a profound toll on one's life. Unfortunately, in the case of wrongful death, another's negligence has caused the unexpected passing of your family member. Our New York wrongful death attorneys recognize the level of emotional and financial strain you are experiencing during this difficult time.
Our law firm is dedicated to helping families recover compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one.
Recovered Over 1 Billion in Compensation For Victims & Families
Award Winning New York Personal Injury Lawyers
The attorneys at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool and The Law Office Of William A. Gallina, LLP work tirelessly to help personal injury victims in the New York City area. We provide accomplished representation to victims of vehicle accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, construction accidents, defective products, municipal accidents and birth injuries. Our attorneys build each case with thorough preparation, advanced litigation techniques and a commitment to securing the compensation you deserve.
Many of the cases handled by the firm are referred by other lawyers who know of our firm’s reputation for winning significant monetary awards in complex personal injury cases. Because of the firm’s accomplished record, comprehensive understanding of the law, attention to detail and tenacity in the courtroom, our personal injury lawyers are widely regarded by their peers as the “attorney’s attorneys.”
How Can I Find A Personal Injury Lawyer If I’ve Been Seriously Injured?
First and foremost, it is critical to find attorneys who specialize in the area of law where you need assistance because those lawyers understand your situation and needs as they deal with those issues every day. An attorney who specializes in one area of the law may not have the experience and resources to handle a personal injury matter. Family and friends are an excellent source for an attorney referral as they may very well have experiences with personal injury lawyers, either positive or negative.
What Factors Should I Consider When Choosing An Injury Lawyer In NYC?
Any law firm you consider should be able to completely and thoroughly answer your questions. Any attorney you choose could be your attorney for the next several years. You should be both comfortable and confident with the attorney and law firm. When considering a particular firm, these are a sample of questions you should be asking:
- Is this law firm experienced?
- How long have they been practicing personal injury law?
- Does this lawyer or firm go to court or trial on a regular basis?
- What is the experience of this law firm in handling my specific type of case?
For various reasons, it is important to choose an injury lawyer that is not afraid to try cases. It is important to choose a law firm that regularly tries cases for their clients because those attorneys have experience, as well as the respect of fellow attorneys and judges. That does not mean you want lawyers who are reckless with your lawsuit. You are the client and you should choose an injury lawyer who you feel has your best interests in mind.
How Much Time Do I Have To Hire An Attorney And Start A Lawsuit?
This is a complicated question that is dependent upon a variety of factors, including the specific laws of the jurisdiction relative to you case. As a rule, the sooner you hire an attorney the better. Not only are there limitation periods for the case itself, there all also limitation periods for ancillary claims related to the initial injury (I.e. no-fault claims, workers’ compensation claims, etc.). Additionally, from an attorney’s perspective, the sooner a lawyer is retained, the sooner the lawyer can begin the investigation. This is vital in certain cases where accident scenes change, witnesses become unavailable or video recordings and other evidence is simply discarded in the normal course of business after a certain time. Early contact with an injury lawyer is often vital in preserving key evidence necessary for the successful litigation of your case.
Is There A Charge For The Initial Consultation With Your Injury Lawyers?
No. We offer free personal injury consultations, as do most plaintiff personal injury firms in NYC. Our legal fees are on a contingency fee basis which means you are only charged if we accept your case and recover monetary damages on your behalf. In addition, our firm lays out the expenses necessary for the lawsuit and those disbursements are repaid from any recovery.