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New York City, NY · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in New York City

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202623 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top New York City wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for New York City. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    The Law Offices of Richard M. Kenny

    4.9363 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.5
    Score
    93.8/100
    Call (844) 955-4338Google Maps
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    Hill & Moin LLP - Accident Attorneys

    5.0183 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.5
    Score
    92.1/100
    Call (212) 668-6000Google Maps
  3. 3
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    Greenstein & Pittari, LLP

    4.9848 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    91.3/100
    Call (212) 685-8500Google Maps
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    The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C.

    4.9735 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    86.3/100
    Call (646) 536-2089Google Maps
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    New York City Personal Injury Attorney at Law, Brandon J. Broderick

    5.0172 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.0
    Score
    83.2/100
    Call (866) 589-2013Google Maps
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    Cohan Law Firm - New York City Injury & Accident Lawyer

    5.0627 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    83.1/100
    Call (212) 601-2693Google Maps
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    Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers - New York City

    5.095 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.0
    Score
    80.0/100
    Call (516) 715-5944Google Maps
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    NYC Injury Attorneys P.C.

    4.986 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #14 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.5
    Score
    73.9/100
    Call (646) 452-3663Google Maps
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    The Rothenberg Law Firm Accident And Injury Lawyers

    4.9271 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.5
    Score
    73.8/100
    Call (516) 715-3658Google Maps
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    Shulman & Hill - Manhattan Personal Injury Lawyer

    4.9528 Google reviews· New York

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #13 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    10.5
    Score
    71.3/100
    Call (917) 905-2053Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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New York

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

3 years

For most injury claims (N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214).

Fault rule

Pure comparative fault

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 1411)

Car insurance

No-fault state

Your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills and some lost wages first, no matter who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver only if your injuries meet the state's threshold.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York?

In most cases, 3 years from the date of the injury (N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in New York?

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 1411)

Is New York a no-fault car insurance state?

New York is a no-fault state. Your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills and some lost wages first, no matter who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver only if your injuries meet the state's threshold.

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