Personal Injury Blog
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Sometimes the most serious injuries don’t reveal their full impact until decades later. When childhood accidents lead to adult disability, the legal questions are complicated, and often misunderstood. Here’s what people don’t realize about an old injury until it’s too late.
In the News
Police Brutality Cases Are Rising. Are You Prepared?
When I look at the recent numbers for New York City, one thing keeps standing out: cases where police use force have been going up again. It’s not a big spike, and it’s not something [...]
Navigating Workplace Safety Issues in New York City
I’ve been representing injured workers in the Bronx for more than 25 years, and one thing I’ve learned is that nobody goes to work expecting to get hurt. You show up, do your job, and [...]
Protecting Yourself from Aggressive Law Enforcement
After a series of legal challenges by the city police officers union, Omar Habib is the first New York police officer being prosecuted in criminal court for police brutality. The indictment of Officer Habib is significant victory in the fight against police brutality and aggressive law enforcement in the Bronx.
Help & Opinons
Icy roads don’t automatically make accidents unavoidable or no-fault. The law still expects drivers to adjust their behavior for conditions, and when the weather is bad, that responsibility increases. Here’s my take on how fault is actually determined in winter accidents.
You work hard, but construction sites don’t always return the favor. I can’t tell you [...]
I’ve been representing injured construction workers in the Bronx for decades, and one thing I’ve learned is that behind every hard hat is a story of grit. This borough was built by people who get up before sunrise, lace up their boots, and go to work in conditions most folks wouldn’t last an hour in. Whether you’re pouring concrete in Mott Haven, framing near the Grand Concourse, or working a high-rise in the South Bronx, you’re part of what keeps this city moving.
I’ve been practicing law in the Bronx for decades, and one thing I can tell you with certainty is this: when you’re the victim of a hit-and-run accident, the confusion can feel just as painful as the injuries. One moment you’re driving home, crossing an intersection, or even walking down the street. The next, you’ve been struck and the other driver is already gone.
E-scooter-related injuries across the U.S. nearly tripled in recent years and it’s not just riders getting hurt—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers are also getting caught in the crossfire. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself.
It’s February in New York and we’re gearing up for another Nor’easter this week. And [...]
I've been concerned about the recent fires in the city. During the winter we all [...]
As New Yorkers, we're no strangers to getting around the city without a car. We're [...]
New Yorkers got a big win this week when Judge Katherine Polk Failla issued a [...]
I’ve seen how confusing it can be for victims of vehicle accidents. The months of [...]
Does the NYPD use ticket quotas? I'm asked that question so often. It's a touchy [...]
This is a great question that I start getting every year around the beginning of [...]
Ask The Attorneys
Parking lot collisions and other minor fender-benders should be simple to navigate, but sometimes the other driver doesn't act honorably. What do you do when tensions run high after a simple incident? I've got some thoughts.
Let's face it. Most of us are using social media in some form. We use [...]
Did you receive a c-section or other surgery you never agreed to? Were you prescribed a [...]
I was recently asked how to handle a situation where a woman was bitten by [...]
Are you're wondering "Can I sue my Uber?" it may be interesting to know that [...]
about Michael Braverman

“After years serving as Assistant District Attorney for the NY County District Attorney’s Office, I’ve dedicated my law practice to personal injury, criminal defense, and police brutality. I treat clients like family. Ask me a question or let’s talk about your case today. You’ll be glad you did.”
—Michael Braverman


















