Law Office of Michael A. DeVito

Accident & Personal Injury Attorneys

Areas of Practice

Motor vehicle accidents

Whether you or a loved one was injured as a result of a rear impact, intersection accident or any other negligent operation of a motor vehicle, we can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve. We have also represented pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists injured due to someone's negligent operation of their vehicle. In addition to pursuing a negligence claim against the at-fault party, we will also assist you in obtaining benefits through the applicable no-fault carrier. These benefits include medical expense coverage and lost earnings. Contact us in order to discuss your case with an attorney (free initial consultation).

dog and animal attacks

Unfortunately, many people, especially children, fall victim to dog and other animal attacks. Often times, the dog owner may be a neighbor or even family member or friend. Under certain circumstances, the owners of these animals are liable for the damages their pets inflict on other people. What many people don't realize is that the dog owner's home or business liability insurance carrier may provide coverage for these types of attacks. Often times the injuries result in scarring, permanent disability and severe trauma. We have successfully represented many such victims and can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve. Contact us in order to discuss your case with an attorney (free initial consultation).

snow & ice accidents

If you've slipped and fallen due to the accumulation of snow and/or ice on residential or commercial property, or the adjacent public sidewalks and suffered injuries, we can help. Typically, property owners are not only responsible for keeping their property safe and secure, and free from dangerous conditions like snow and ice, they are usually also responsible for the public sidewalks around their property. In addition to pain and suffering, we may also be able to collect for your resulting medical expenses and lost earnings. Contact us to discuss your case with an attorney, and determine whether you have a viable claim (free initial consultation).

slip or trip and fall accidents

Many people suffer injuries as a result of slipping or tripping on someone else's property or a public sidewalk. Many of these accidents are caused by a failure to properly maintain the premises. We have handled cases involving snow and ice, spilled liquids on floors, defective steps and walkways, and raised or uneven sidewalks slabs. The owners and maintenance companies of these properties are legally responsible for any injuries you suffered as a result of their negligence. Contact us in order to discuss your case with an attorney (free initial consultation).

wrongful death

The death of a family member before their time is a severely traumatic event that no one should have to endure. The emotional toll is even worse when that death is caused by the negligent actions of another. We can provide you with the legal assistance you need during this time of grieving. In addition to a pain and suffering claim on behalf of your loved one, your family may be entitled to compensation for loss of services including future lost earnings. Please contact us to discuss your case with an attorney (free initial consultation).

defective walkways & staircases

All property owners, whether residential, commercial or municipal, are required to construct, repair and maintain the walkways and stairways on their property and within their houses or buildings, in a safe and secure manner. If you suffered injuries as a result of slipping due to a wet or debris covered floor, tripping due to broken or uneven steps, or falling due to the absence of one or more handrails, you may be entitled to compensation. Feel free to contact us in order to discuss your case with an attorney and determine whether you have a claim or lawsuit worth pursuing (free initial consultation).

construction site accidents

Construction site workers are particularly prone to injury due to the nature of the work they perform on a daily basis. There are particulars laws in place, such as the New York State Labor Law, which provide additional protection to construction workers. We recently recovered $1,500,000 for a welder working on a construction site who suffered back injuries due to a fall. We have extensive experience handling these types of cases and can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve. Contact us in order to discuss your case with an attorney (free initial consultation).

medical malpractice

Many people suffer grave injuries, and often times loss of life, due to the malpractice of a treating doctor or physician. Whether a doctor fails to timely diagnose a medical condition, or is negligent performing a routine medical procedure or surgery, you may be entitled to compensation from the provider's medical malpractice insurance policy. Feel free to contact us to determine whether you have a compensable claim (free initial consultation).

work related accidents

Many people believe that if they are injured at their workplace or while performing work on behalf of their employer, that their recovery is limited to workers' compensation benefits. However, they may also be entitled to pursue a liability claim against any party, other than their employer or a co-worker, whose negligence may have caused their injuries. We have successfully represented countless clients who were able to recover compensation from the negligent party's insurance carrier, in addition to their workers' compensation benefits. Contact us to determine whether you have a viable claim beyond workers' compensation benefits (free initial consultation).