Over 1 Billion Recovered

Staten Island Personal Injury Attorneys

Our Staten Island personal injury lawyers are committed to helping accident victims seek justice. We work tirelessly to hold negligent individuals and companies responsible while pursuing the full compensation you deserve for your injuries.

  • $9.5 Million

    Lipsig client fell from the roof edge, where no safety netting was used during asbestos removal.

  • $7.25 Million

    Lipsig client was a construction worker who was injured when a defective baker scaffold caused a fall.

  • $7 Million

    Lipsig client suffered injuries when struck by a falling beam at a construction site.

  • $5.75 Million

    Lipsig client was a plumber hanging pipe and was unable to use a ladder. The ad hoc device failed, causing a serious fall and injuries.

  • $5 Million

    Lipsig client was a construction worker who slipped and fell on construction debris.

  • $4.75 Million

    A 47‐year‐old Lipsig cable installer fell due to an unsecured ladder at the work site.

  • $4.5 Million

    The Electrician Lipsig client was hurt on a new building construction site due to inadequate 6-foot. A‐frame ladder.

  • $3.1 Million

    Lipsig client injured while doing building demolition, standing on a wooden beam that broke.

  • $3 Million

    Construction worker Lipsig's client fell from a scaffold that was the only means of entrance to the work site.

  • $2.95 Million

    Road paving Lipsig client worked on a steam roller with a defective brake that rolled down the road’s hillside.

  • $2 Million

    Office worker Lipsig's client in the lobby fell on the wet floor where the porter mopped and did not use "Wet Floor" signs.

  • $2 Million

    Lipsig client was injured at a construction site when they fell from an unsafe 6-foot ladder. A‐Frame ladder.

  • $1.5 Million

    Lipsig client was injured while using an unguarded circular saw on a construction job.

  • $1.2 Million

    Lipsig client was a pedestrian struck by the defendant's vehicle.

  • $1.1 Million

    Lipsig client was a motorcyclist struck by a vehicle that did not fully stop at the stop sign.

  • $1 Million

    Lipsig client tripped on unsafely designed tiles in a city playground.

Experienced Staten Island Attorneys for Construction, Vehicle, Premises, and Wrongful Death Claims

Who We Are about

The Lipsig Law Firm was built on a proud legacy of justice and advocacy for accident victims across New York City. Its founder, Attorney Harry H. Lipsig, earned a reputation as one of the city’s most respected and accomplished personal injury lawyers—known for his relentless pursuit of fair compensation and his unwavering dedication to those harmed by negligence. Over his remarkable career, he helped recover hundreds of millions of dollars for injured clients, setting the standard our firm continues to uphold today.

Injuries can change lives in an instant, leaving victims and families struggling with pain, uncertainty, and financial hardship. Our Staten Island personal injury attorneys understand these challenges and are driven by the same passion for justice that defined our founder’s work. We are committed to holding negligent parties accountable and fighting for the results our clients need to rebuild their lives.

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Our Practice Areas

Lipsig, Shapey, Moverman, Freund & Wisell, PLLC Represent Clients in All Catastrophic Personal Injury & Construction Accident Cases

Our attorneys bring a combined 80 years of proven trial experience to every client's case. Over the course of our careers, we've secured more than $1 billion in compensation for people injured due to the negligence of others, achievements recognized by numerous awards and commendations.

We Uphold the Laws Protecting Injured Accident Victims

At Lipsig, Shapey, Moverman, Freund & Wisell, PLLC, we advocate for clients in all serious personal injury and construction accident matters. Our legal team draws on more than eight decades of collective courtroom experience, providing each case with the skill, strategy, and dedication it deserves. Throughout our distinguished careers, we have recovered over $1 billion for victims of negligence—earning recognition and respect within New York’s legal community for our record of success and unwavering commitment to justice.

Proven Leaders in Personal Injury Law

Dedicated Advocates – At Lipsig, Shapey, Moverman, Freund & Wisell, PLLC, personal injury law isn’t just our practice—it’s our purpose. When someone’s negligence causes harm or loss, you need a legal team that fights with the same determination you bring to your recovery. Our attorneys combine extensive experience, strategic insight, and relentless advocacy to pursue the justice and compensation our clients deserve.

Nationally Recognized Excellence – For decades, our firm has earned recognition from leading legal publications and major news outlets for our exceptional results and leadership in personal injury litigation.

Record-Breaking Results – Our team has achieved some of the most notable verdicts in New York’s history, including a $20 million award for a client injured in a bus accident—recognized as the fifth-largest verdict ever by the New York Law Journal Verdicts & Settlements Hall of Fame. We were also honored with two listings in New York’s Top Verdicts of 2017 for our outstanding courtroom achievements.

Understanding Personal Injury Law

Personal injury law exists to protect people harmed by the careless or wrongful actions of others. At its core, this area of law centers on negligence—the failure to act with reasonable care, leading to injury or damage. To succeed in a personal injury claim, it must be shown that another party’s recklessness or inattention directly caused your accident and resulting injuries. However, proving fault can be complex. Defendants and insurance companies often argue that the victim contributed to the incident to minimize their own responsibility.

At Lipsig, Shapey, Moverman, Freund & Wisell, PLLC, our seasoned attorneys are well-prepared for these tactics. We build strong, evidence-backed cases designed to clearly demonstrate negligence and secure maximum compensation for our clients. If you or someone you love was hurt in an accident caused by another’s actions—or inaction—you may have the basis for a valid personal injury claim.

Understanding Compensatory Damages

When you pursue a personal injury case, you are seeking compensatory damages—financial recovery meant to offset the harm you have suffered. These damages aim to restore your financial, physical, and emotional well-being to the position you were in before the accident. Compensation can include reimbursement for medical treatment, lost income, reduced earning capacity, and even the loss of personal or vacation time. Victims may also be entitled to damages for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other losses that don’t have a fixed dollar value.

What to Do After a Personal Injury

If another person’s negligence has caused your injury, knowing your legal rights is essential. It’s common for insurance companies to reach out shortly after an accident, often requesting statements or offering quick settlements. These offers are typically designed to protect the insurer’s interests—not yours. Before speaking with them, consult an experienced personal injury attorney who can evaluate your case and ensure you are not pressured into accepting less than you deserve.

Fight for the Recovery You Deserve

You shouldn’t have to face the aftermath of an accident alone—or settle for less than fair compensation. The dedicated legal team at Lipsig, Shapey, Moverman, Freund & Wisell, PLLC proudly represents injured individuals throughout New York City and beyond. We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe nothing unless we win your case.

To schedule a free, confidential consultation, call us today at 917-818-8038 or reach out online. You can visit us at our main office at 40 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10038, or our Brooklyn location at 823 56th Street, 6th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11220. Let us help you move forward with confidence and the compensation you deserve.

Our Partners

The Lipsig Law Firm is committed to winning the maximum settlement or jury verdict for our clients.

  • This law firm has great lawyers.

    "I had an accident and they got me what I deserved for my injury. They treat you like you are part of their family. If anyone needs a lawyer I will recommend this firm. I can’t stop thanking them for the effort and hard work that they put in. They are like a pit bull, they don’t let go until they finish."

    — Valerie Lewis

  • Helped me change my life.

    "I previously sent Michelle Clemmens an email thanking her and everyone at your firm for helping me to change my life. I rate your firm as extremely professional and a great firm."

    — Sylvia G

  • The best life-changing decision I’ve made.

    "My case was represented by this firm and it was the best life-changing decision I’ve made. They’re really mindful of their clients and make sure you feel welcome. Marc Freund was the best and gave me some great advice once my case was settled and thanks to him I was able to give my family better quality of living and had great life-changing events."

    — Nicky Mendez

  • A great team of professionals!

    "From the receptionist to the attorneys themselves always friendly and attentive to my needs throughout my injury. In what was a rough time in my life, they made the process stress-free."

    — Andres V

  • Working with Marc, Jim and team have been a pleasure.

    "Even though I wasn’t their largest case, you wouldn’t have ever known that based on their time, effort and commitment to my case.

    Lawsuits are long and arduous, having these courteous professionals by my side throughout has been more helpful than a simple Yelp review can ever express."

    — Moe Braun

“The King of Torts”
Meet Harry H. Lipsig

New York Personal Injury Law Firm
with a Rich History and a Legacy of Success

Meet Harry H. Lipsig From 1901-1995
“The King of Torts”