Areas of Practice
He has concentrated his legal practice career in the area of personal injury law and dedicated himself to obtaining fair and just compensation for those victims of the negligent acts of others whether as a result of automobile negligence, defective products, medical negligence, or other forms of negligence. He has represented successfully over the 37 years of practice plaintiffs who have sustained the loss of quality of life through serious and permanent injuries.
Practice areas include:
Motor Vechicle Accidents
Including multiple vehicles, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, taxicab and limousine and car service accidents, bicycle and vehicle accidents, and, pedestrians struck by vehicles. Jeffrey A. Manheimer will help you obtain the no-fault benefits that you are entitled to under New York State Law when you are involved in a motor vehicle accident.
Construction Site Accidents
A worker injured during the construction, alteration, rehabilitation, construction or renovation of a building or structure may have additional rights over and above the Workers’ Compensation benefits that they may be entitled to in New York State. Jeffrey A. Manheimer works with highly regarded Workers’ Compensation attorneys to see that the injured worker receives the benefits and medical treatment that they are entitled to. In addition to these benefits, the workers may have the right to bring a negligence claim against the owners or contractors for failing to provide them with a safe workplace and proper safety devices. Workers should never assume that the only benefit they are entitled to is workers’ compensation when injured on a construction site but should seek free legal advice by contacting Jeffrey A. Manheimer.
Medical Malpractice
People who are the victims of medical negligence should seek a legal opinion as to whether the actions of the medical providers, whether a doctor, hospital or nurse, were the result of malpractice. Jeffrey A. Manheimer will work with highly regarded medical experts in the areas of practice involved in your case and seek fair and just compensation for the trauma suffered by you and your family as a result of the medical negligence. You must be aware that the time to bring a law suit for medical malpractice is 2 ½ years from the date of the malpractice or the date of the last treatment. If the malpractice occurred at a City or County medical facility, a Notice of Claim must be filed and served within 90 days of the malpractice to preserve the right to sue.
Claims Against Municipalities
People who were injured as a result of poorly maintained streets, roadways or other municipal instruments have the right to bring a claim against the City or other municipality whether a Town, Village, County, or School District for their negligence. It must be stressed that the law requires the service of a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the happening of the accident upon the proper party. Delaying seeking proper legal advice can result in the loss of your ability to bring a law suit for your injuries and damages. There are many other rules that apply to these types of cases. Jeffrey A. Manheimer can help you navigate through this area by answering your questions. He will explain your rights and what is necessary to win these cases
Trips and Falls
If you or a family member is injured due to a slip, trip or fall whether in a building, sidewalk or other private property you have the right to bring a claim against the owner or the person responsible for maintaining the area in a safe condition and by repairing defects. Jeffrey A. Manheimer can help you determine the responsible party and bring a law suit against them for your injuries.
Subway, Railroad, Bus or Other Public Transportation Accidents
The above parties are considered Common Carriers in New York and have a duty to provide safe transportation to the riding public. If you are injured as a result of the negligence of a common carrier there are shorter time limits within which to file a claim. Jeffrey A. Manheimer can also determine the proper party against whom the claim should be brought as there are many different transportation authorities in New York State.
Defective Products
If you or a family member are injured as a result of a defectively designed or manufactured product you may have the right to sue the manufacturer or seller of the product. This can include tires, automobiles, tools or other products that people use. The manufacturers of products have a responsibility to design their products in a safe manner so that they can be used safely. They must give the user proper instructions and equip the products with safeguards where required. Jeffrey A. Manheimer will work with experts in the area of the product involved in your injury to determine if a claim can be brought on your behalf.
There are many other situations where accidents occur that may lead to a right to recover damages for injuries as a result of someone’s negligence. Jeffrey A. Manheimer will help you determine if you have the right to sue. Seeking qualified legal opinions as soon as possible after your accident can help lead to a successful claim.