New York Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice & Civil Rights Lawyers

For generations, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm has stood beside people and families facing life-changing injuries, medical negligence, civil rights violations, sexual abuse, wrongful death, and 9/11-related illness.

If you are unsure what type of case you have, you do not need to figure it out on your own. Tell us what happened. Our attorneys can help you understand your legal options and direct your inquiry to the right team.

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Notable Results We've Achieved:
Over $295M Recovered for Our Clients

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Civil Rights

$130 Million

Historic settlement obtained on behalf of over 100 survivors of correctional officer sexual abuse at FCI Dublin.

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Medical Malpractice

$8.0 Million

Patient paralyzed after neurologist fails to diagnose autoimmune disease

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Medical Malpractice

$7.5 Million

Failure to order an MRI results in permanent paralysis of a 14-year-old boy

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Trusted New York Trial Lawyers for Serious Cases

For three generations, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm has helped individuals and families across New York seek justice after serious injuries, medical negligence, civil rights violations, sexual abuse, wrongful death, and 9/11-related illness.

Our attorneys handle complex cases against hospitals, doctors, corporations, public agencies, correctional facilities, employers, property owners, and other powerful defendants. We are known for combining personal attention with the litigation experience needed to pursue high-stakes claims. Our firm has recovered millions for clients and has been recognized by respected legal organizations, including Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers.

Why clients choose our firm:

Three generations of New York legal advocacy
Free and confidential consultations
No fee unless we recover compensation for you
Available 24/7

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Not Sure What Type of Case You Have? Tell Us What Happened and We’ll Help You Find the Right Attorney!

Many people do not know whether their situation is a medical malpractice case, a personal injury claim, a civil rights matter, an employment issue, or another type of legal claim. That is completely normal.

You do not need to diagnose your own legal issue before contacting us. Share what happened, and our team will review your inquiry and connect you with the right attorney.

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Medical Malpractice Cases

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Medical malpractice can leave patients and families with devastating injuries, unanswered questions, and a deep loss of trust. If a doctor, hospital, nurse, surgeon, or other medical provider failed to meet the proper standard of care, you may have the right to pursue compensation.

Our attorneys understand how to investigate complex medical records, consult with qualified medical experts, and build cases that explain exactly how negligence caused harm

Common medical malpractice cases we handle include:

Birth Injury Cases

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A preventable birth injury can change a child’s life and place an enormous emotional and financial burden on the entire family. When doctors, nurses, or hospitals fail to recognize fetal distress, delay a necessary C-section, misuse delivery tools, or fail to respond to complications, the consequences can be severe.

Our birth injury attorneys help families investigate what went wrong and whether medical negligence played a role

We handle birth injury cases involving:

Birth Asphyxia

Fetal Distress

Subconjunctival Hemorrhage

Baby Opioid Addiction

Cerebral Palsy

Maternal Death

Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)

Erb's Palsy

Personal Injury Cases

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A serious accident can affect your health, your work, your family, and your future. If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages.

We take the time to understand how the injury has affected your life, identfy the responsible parties, and pursue the recovery you deserve.

Accident and injury cases we handle include:

Undocumented Worker Injury

Workplace Accidents

Civil Rights & Prisoners' Rights

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Civil rights violations can happen in workplaces, housing, schools, public spaces, correctional facilities, and encounters with law enforcement. When someone’s rights are violated, the harm can be physical, emotional, financial, and deeply personal.

Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm represents people in civil rights cases involving police misconduct, false arrest, malicious prosecution, prison abuse, inmate medical neglect, sexual assault in custody, discrimination, and retaliation.

Civil rights cases we handle include:

Child Abuse

False Arrest

False Claims Act Lawyers

Inmates’ Rights

Malicious Prosecution Attorney

Medical Malpractice in Police Custody

Police Misconduct

Prison Injuries

Prison Medical Malpractice

Prison Sexual Assault

Prison Wrongful Death

Sexual Assault at FCI Dublin

Sexual Assault in Police Custody

Sexual Abuse Cases

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Sexual abuse is traumatic, deeply personal, and never the survivor’s fault. Many survivors wait years before they feel ready to come forward. When institutions, employers, schools, medical providers, religious organizations, youth programs, or other parties allowed abuse to happen, they may be held accountable.

Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm represents survivors with compassion, discretion, and determination. We understand the courage it takes to speak with an attorney, and we handle these cases with the privacy and care they deserve.

Sexual abuse cases we handle include:

Adult Survivors Act

Boy Scout Sexual Abuse

Childcare Sexual Abuse

Doctor Sexual Abuse

Dr. Amir Sitafalwalla Sexual Abuse

NYC School Sex Abuse

Dangerous Drugs, Defective Devices & Mass Torts

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When a medication, medical device, toxic exposure, or consumer product harms many people, injured individuals may have the right to pursue claims against the companies responsible.

Our attorneys handle complex product liability, class action, and mass tort matters involving dangerous drugs, defective medical devices, toxic exposure, and other widespread harms.

Cases we handle include:

Camp Lejeune

Dangerous Drugs

Defective Medical Devices

Elrmiron Lawsuits

Exactech Lawsuits

Philips CPAP, BiPAP & Ventilator Devices

Roundup Lawsuits

Social Media Lawsuits

Talcum Powder Lawsuits

TCE Exposure

Toxic Baby Formula (NEC) Lawsuits

Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuits

Wrongful Death Cases

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Losing a loved one because of negligence is devastating. No legal case can undo that loss, but a wrongful death claim can help families seek accountability and financial support after a fatal accident, medical error, unsafe property condition, workplace incident, or other preventable tragedy.

Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm helps families understand their rights, identify who may be responsible, and pursue compensation with care and respect.

9/11 Victims

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People who lived, worked, volunteered, or responded near the World Trade Center after 9/11 may have developed serious health conditions from toxic dust and exposure. If you or a loved one has a qualifying illness, you may be eligible for compensation through the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.

Our attorneys help 9/11 victims and families prepare, file, and pursue claims for compensation and medical care.

9/11-related matters we handle include:

9/11 Compensation for Cancer

Non-Cancer Payouts

WTC VCF Covered Illnesses & Cancers

WTC VCF Eligibility

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Our Client Testimonials

I cannot rate the firm any higher! we are extremely happy with the service we received from Brad, Chris and the team. We are northern Irish citizens and as such had no experience of the US justice system, Chris and Brad helped us navigate this and made sure we understood every step of the process and we were kept informed of what would happen with the case.

We also felt that Brad and Chris had a genuine interest in our story, what the implications for us as a family were and they were genuinely invested in how they could help our situation.

We were reassured by the manor in which Chris and Brad dealt with us and trusted that the advice we were given was always well balanced and in our best interests. We were extremely happy with the outcome the firm achieved for us and feel that we only got this outcome due to the hard work of Chris and Brad. I would not hesitate to recommend the firm to anyone who is considering a case and wants to feel as though they are really valued as a client.

Many thanks to the firm for all of their hard work on our behalf it truly is appreciated.

Leanne Montgomery

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Let’s go to the beginning when I realize that I was going to need legal assistance because I was shocked that I was actually injured I called my fiancé and told her that I was going to need a lawyer, so she googled the top 5 personal injury law firms in NY and The Jacob Fuchsberg Law Firm came up. One of the representatives from the firm took the time to come personally to my home to see me, that immediately showed me that I was going to be able to make it through my pain and suffering they understood what I was going through and with patience, persistence, and diligence they were able to get the best results possible in settling my case. I highly recommend the Jacob Fuchsberg Law firm when the unexpected happens you will not be dissatisfied with the kind, courteous and professionalism that you would expect from a law firm.

Keith Middleton

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Very satisfied with the representation I was given from this law firm. I would recommend Fuchsberg to anyone with a unique situation such as mine. My attorney went above and beyond to ensure everything was done thoroughly and in a timely manner! Everything about this firm exceeded my expectations! Very special thank you to Chris, Allison, and Brad!

Marie Price

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Communities We Serve Across New York

Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm represents individuals and families throughout New York City, Long Island, and surrounding communities. From our Manhattan office, we help clients pursue justice after life-changing harm.

If you are not sure whether we handle cases in your area, contact us for a free, confidential consultation.

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To speak with an attorney immediately, call (212) 869-3500 or complete the form. We will review your inquiry and get back to you as soon as possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cases does Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm handle?

We handle medical malpractice, personal injury, civil rights, sexual abuse, wrongful death, 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims, employment discrimination, construction accidents, dangerous drug claims, defective medical device cases, and other serious matters.

How do I know which practice area my case falls under?

You do not need to know before contacting us. Tell us what happened, and our team will help determine whether your situation may involve medical malpractice, personal injury, civil rights, employment law, product liability, wrongful death, or another type of claim.

Is the consultation free?

Yes. Consultations are free and confidential.

Do I pay anything up front?

In many injury and negligence cases, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you.

How quickly should I contact a lawyer?

As soon as possible. Important evidence can disappear, witnesses’ memories can fade, and legal deadlines may apply. Speaking with an attorney early can help protect your rights.

Can I contact the firm if I live outside Manhattan?

Yes. The firm represents clients across New York, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, and surrounding areas.

New York Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice & Civil Rights Lawyers

Notable Results We've Achieved: Over $295M Recovered for Our Clients

$130 Million

$8.0 Million

$7.5 Million

Trusted New York Trial Lawyers for Serious Cases

Not Sure What Type of Case You Have? Tell Us What Happened and We’ll Help You Find the Right Attorney!

Medical Malpractice Cases

Birth Injury Cases

Personal Injury Cases

Sexual Abuse Cases

Dangerous Drugs, Defective Devices & Mass Torts

Wrongful Death Cases

9/11 Victims

Our Client Testimonials

Communities We Serve Across New York

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cases does Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm handle?

How do I know which practice area my case falls under?

Is the consultation free?

Do I pay anything up front?

How quickly should I contact a lawyer?

Can I contact the firm if I live outside Manhattan?

Notable Results We've Achieved:
Over $295M Recovered for Our Clients