455+ Five-Star Reviews From Injured New Yorkers
You’ll realize we’re different from other law firms in New York the first moment you visit our main office in Manhattan. We purposefully keep our case load small to ensure every client receives an exceptional level of service, from the initial consultation to the investigation, litigation & verdict.
“Richard M. Kenny literally saved my life, I was seriously injured in a car accident and Richard and his staff were incredible, they showed kindness and care. Richard put together an incredible personal injury case and won an incredible settlement. My family and I are solid and safe and all the thanks to Richard and his staff. If you need the right personal injury attorney you have found him.”
—Paul S., 5-star Google review
Top-Rated NYC Personal Injury Lawyers
We are a small New York City law firm that gets big results. Our team of Manhattan personal injury attorneys has the award-winning legal expertise, extensive experience with New York injury law and the meticulous attention to detail needed to successfully litigate the following types of personal injury and medical malpractice claims:
- $500 Million Recovered For Our Clients View Case Results
- 455+ Reviews On Google Read Testimonials
- 100+ Years Combined NYC Legal Experience Learn About Our Firm
If You’ve Been Hurt, You Probably Have Questions.
Having represented over 5,000 clients throughout every borough in New York City, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens, our accident attorneys have earned a respected presence as some of the top-rated personal injury lawyers in New York City.
After an accident, many people worry about how they are going to pay for medical treatment and other expenses, especially if they are out of work due to their injuries. After speaking with a personal injury lawyer at The Law Offices of Richard M. Kenny, you will have three things:
- An understanding of how we can help with your personal injury case
- The cell phone number of a NYC accident attorney at our law firm
- Peace of mind knowing that we will cover 100% of your legal expenses until we win your injury claim
Manhattan Personal Injury Lawyers With Some of New York’s Largest Verdicts
Our goal is to give our clients the best service possible — and deliver the best results attainable in each case. Since 1991, the battle tested attorneys at The Law Offices of Richard M. Kenny have recovered more than $500 million in successful case settlements and favorable jury verdicts.
Winning a successful verdict comes down to three tasks: preparation, presentation and persuasion. Our team of legal professionals prepares every case as if it will be going to a jury trial, and we spare no expense on behalf of our clients. This means we hire the best investigators and expert witnesses to testify on your behalf, and our firm will cover their fees (which can amount to thousands of dollars) until we deliver a successful verdict at trial or negotiate a fair settlement.
$25 Million+9/11 First Responders
Won for first responders who suffered injuries responding to the 9/11 catastrophe.
$13 MillionNassau County Car Accident Verdict
One of the 2nd Department’s highest sustained verdicts for a nonmedical malpractice case, for a client severely injured in a vehicle accident traced to dangerous road design.
$5.1 MillionMedical Malpractice Settlement
Settlement involving infant brain damage as a result of a traumatic delivery.
Richard M. Kenny
Founding Partner
Involved in over 200 trials since graduating from St. John’s School of Law in 1990. Holds one of the highest sustained verdicts in the history of the Second Department on a non-medical malpractice negligence case.
“Everyone deserves equal treatment under the law. We take each client’s injury personally, and work tirelessly on their behalf to secure fair compensation and a better quality of life. Our firm prides itself on our client communication; we believe in first names and cell phone numbers not case numbers and call-me-laters.”
—Richard M. Kenny, Personal Injury Lawyer
Common Questions About New York Injury Claims
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
In New York, the statute of limitations gives you three years from the date of injury for most personal injury claims. Medical malpractice claims are generally two and a half years, and claims against New York City or other government entities require a Notice of Claim within 90 days — so the sooner you file, the stronger your case.
Am I eligible to file a personal injury claim?
If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence — a driver, property owner, employer, or manufacturer — you likely have grounds to file. Eligibility turns on the facts of the incident and who was responsible, which is why a free consultation with a personal injury attorney is the fastest way to know for certain.
What is comparative negligence?
Comparative negligence is the rule that reduces your compensation by your share of fault — and insurers use it to argue you were partly to blame. In most New York injury cases, your award is simply reduced by your percentage of fault. In car accident cases, you generally can’t recover if you’re found more at fault than the other side. Never accept an insurer’s fault assessment without speaking to an attorney.
Will I have to go to court?
Not necessarily — the majority of personal injury cases settle before trial. We only go to court when a settlement offer is unfair or unreasonably low. Because our attorneys have prepared over 5,000 cases for trial and won more than 150 verdicts, insurers know we will go the distance — and that strengthens your settlement position.
What is the difference between filing a claim and a lawsuit?
A claim is a demand for compensation made to an insurance company — common after car accidents, pedestrian accidents, and workplace injuries. A lawsuit takes that demand to court, where a judge or jury can order the defendant to pay damages for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Most cases start as claims, and strong preparation decides both.
Will I have to take the witness stand?
Rarely at trial — most cases resolve without one, and real courtrooms are nothing like television dramas. If a lawsuit is filed, you will likely give a deposition, called an Examination Before Trial in New York, answering questions under oath in a law office rather than a courtroom. Your attorney prepares you and is at your side throughout.
In New York, over 1,500,000 people are injured in accidents each year.
If you don’t want to be treated like another statistic, you’ve come to the right place. Speak with a New York City injury attorney today — free, confidential, no obligation.
