Law Office of Jeffrey K. Kestenbaum

Client-focused approach

• Devoted to his clients and personally available to address their needs and take their calls.
• Treats each case with the expectation that it may go to trial before a jury.
• Dedicated to fighting for clients' interests against large corporations and insurance companies.

Admissions and professional memberships

• Admitted and licensed to practice law in:
• New York
• New Jersey
• Admitted to practice in:
• U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
• U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
• U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
• Member of:
• New York State Trial Lawyers Association
• New York State Bar Association

Education and professional background

• Graduate of Emory University.
• Law degree from Brooklyn Law School.
• Has spent his entire legal career in downtown Brooklyn, across from the Kings County Courthouse.
• Practices in all five boroughs of New York City, as well as Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.

Publications and results

• Has been published numerous times in the New York Jury Verdict Reporter.
• Has been mentioned in the New York Law Journal.
• Has obtained at least one widely reported verdict in excess of one million dollars.

Languages

• The attorney's staff is fluent in Spanish.
• The firm offers services for Spanish-speaking clients ("Se habla Español").

The firm handles cases involving many kinds of fractures, such as:

• Compound fractures (bone breaks through the skin)
• Simple fractures (bone breaks but skin remains intact)
• Oblique fractures (diagonal to the long axis of the bone)
• Transverse fractures (at a right angle to the long axis of the bone)
• Impact fractures (one part of the bone is driven into another)
• Spiral fractures (involving twisting of the bone)
• Comminuted fractures (splintered or crushed bone)
• Other broken bones and fractures caused by accidents

How the firm helps fracture victims

• Advises injured people to seek prompt medical care, both for their health and to document the injury.
• Uses medical documentation and other evidence as part of building the legal case.
• Pursues compensation for:
• Medical bills and rehabilitation
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Long-term care needs
• Pain and suffering related to the fracture
• Focuses on helping clients avoid settling for less than they need for current and future medical care.

Fees and consultations for fracture cases

• Free legal consultations are offered to people with fracture and broken bone injuries.
• Attorney's fee is contingency-based: there is no fee unless the firm is successful in recovering money for the client.

How to contact the firm

• Individuals who have suffered broken or fractured bones in an accident can contact the firm at 718-237-5586 to schedule a free consultation.

Types of motor vehicle cases handled

The Law Office of Jeffrey K. Kestenbaum represents people injured in a wide range of motor vehicle accidents, including:

• Car accidents and car wrecks
• Motorcycle accidents
• Semi-truck and commercial vehicle accidents
• Drinking-and-driving crashes
• Texting-while-driving and other distracted driving accidents
• Pedestrian injury cases involving motor vehicles
• Wrongful death arising from motor vehicle accidents
• Serious and life-changing injuries from any motor vehicle collision

What the firm does in car accident matters

• Provides a free legal consultation to review the details of the crash.
• Explains what to expect from the claims and litigation process.
• Reviews police reports, witness statements, photographs, medical records, and other evidence.
• Deals with insurance companies on the client's behalf and helps protect clients from unfair or premature settlement offers.
• Pursues compensation for:
• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Vehicle damage
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term care needs
• Wrongful death-related losses where applicable
• If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, the firm is prepared to take the case to trial.

Fees and payment for car accident cases

• In New York, all motor vehicles must carry no‑fault insurance to cover basic medical bills and certain lost wages. The firm helps clients pursue compensation beyond these no‑fault minimums when appropriate.
• Attorney's fee is contingency-based: the firm is only paid when successful in obtaining a recovery for the client.
• There are no upfront legal fees charged for car accident cases.

How to get help after a car accident

• Injured individuals or their families can call the firm at 718-237-5586 to schedule a free consultation.
• Hospital and home visits are available when an injured person cannot come to the office.
• The legal team aims to provide immediate attention and to work aggressively so that clients receive the maximum amount the law allows.

Firm overview

• The Law Office of Jeffrey K. Kestenbaum is a personal injury law firm based in downtown Brooklyn at 26 Court St., Suite 1806, Brooklyn, NY 11242.
• The firm represents people who have been seriously injured due to the negligence of another person, company, or entity, and families who have lost a loved one in an accident.
• The practice serves clients in Brooklyn, the Bronx, New York City's five boroughs, and surrounding areas including Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.
• If an injured person cannot come to the office, the firm can arrange hospital or home visits.
• Free consultations are offered.
• Attorney's fee is contingency-based: there is no fee unless the firm is successful in recovering money for the client.

Types of injury cases handled

The firm handles many types of accident and injury cases, including but not limited to:

• Auto accidents / car wrecks and motor vehicle accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Semi-truck accident cases
• Drinking-and-driving car accident cases
• Texting-while-driving and distracted driver accidents
• Pedestrian accidents and pedestrian injury cases
• Subway and bus / MTA accidents
• Slip, trip, and fall accidents
• Sidewalk accidents
• Premises liability and landlord negligence
• Inadequate security, assault, and rape
• Construction accidents and worksite injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Broken or fractured bones
• Wrongful death cases
• Other serious personal injury matters caused by negligence

Approach to handling cases

• The firm focuses on aggressive representation and fighting for the maximum compensation available under the law.
• Every case is treated as if it may go to trial before a jury.
• The legal team reviews accident reports, medical records, witness statements, photographs, and other evidence to build strong cases.
• The firm works with outside experts (such as economists, engineers, accountants, and investigators) when needed to support claims and evaluate damages.
• The goal is to recover compensation for:
• Medical bills and treatment
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Property damage (for example, vehicle damage)
• Pain and suffering
• Long-term care needs
• Wrongful death-related damages where applicable

Consultations and contacting the firm

• Initial case reviews and legal consultations are free.
• Potential clients are encouraged to contact the office as soon as possible after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines (statutes of limitations) can be met.
• If someone is injured and cannot travel, the firm can arrange to meet at a hospital or at the person's home.
• Phone support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 718-237-5586.

Location and directions

• The office is located in downtown Brooklyn.
• It is approximately three blocks south of the Brooklyn Bridge.
• The office is across the street from:
• Kings County Supreme Courthouse
• Federal Eastern District Courthouse

Parking

• Metered parking is available nearby.
• Hourly parking options are also available in the area.

Availability and consultations

• The firm invites potential clients to call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 718-237-5586.
• Free case reviews and free initial legal consultations are offered.
• If an injured person cannot come to the office, the firm can arrange hospital or home visits.

Service areas

• The firm is based in Brooklyn and represents clients in:
• Brooklyn
• The Bronx
• All five boroughs of New York City
• Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties

Online reviews

• Clients who have had a positive experience with the firm are encouraged to leave an online review.

Construction work is a high-risk field, and job sites can remain dangerous even when there is strict supervision. Accidents on construction sites can cause serious injuries or death.

Common construction accident injuries

The firm handles construction accident cases involving injuries such as:

• Broken bones
• Brain injuries
• Soft tissue injuries
• Spinal cord damage
• Loss of limb
• Eye and ear injuries
• Paralysis
• Death

Clients may also experience emotional distress, mental anguish, and post-traumatic stress disorder following a major incident.

Types of construction accident cases handled

The firm handles many kinds of construction site accidents, including:

• Machinery accidents
• Scaffolding injuries
• Crane accidents
• Falling object cases
• Electrocution injuries
• Falls from high elevations (ladders, roofs, scaffolding, etc.)
• Building collapses
• Compressor accidents
• Elevator accidents
• Gas explosions
• Dumpster accidents

Determining liability and proving negligence

• In New York, injured workers often cannot sue their direct employer, but may have claims against other responsible parties.
• Potentially liable parties can include:
• Property owners
• Government agencies
• Equipment manufacturers
• Contractors
• Engineers
• Architects
• The firm evaluates each case to identify responsible parties, investigates the facts, and builds a claim for compensation.

Statute of limitations

• For many construction accident cases in New York, there is generally a three-year statute of limitations from the date of the accident.
• Different deadlines may apply when the case involves a government or quasi-government entity.
• Injured individuals are encouraged to seek legal advice as soon as possible so deadlines are not missed.

Compensation that may be pursued

Depending on the facts of the case, the firm may seek compensation for:

• Current and future medical bills
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Other losses related to the accident

Worker's compensation benefits may not cover all losses, so additional claims may be necessary to pursue full and fair compensation.

Fees and consultations for construction accident cases

• Free consultations are available for people injured in construction accidents.
• Attorney's fee is contingency-based: the firm charges no fee unless it is successful in obtaining a recovery.

How to contact the firm

• Individuals injured in construction-related accidents can contact the firm at 718-237-5586 to schedule a free consultation.

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