The Dearie Law Firm, P.C. is a New York City–based practice representing accident victims for more than four decades. With offices in Manhattan (515 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor), Queens (92-12 147th Place, Jamaica), and the Bronx (1842 Williamsbridge Road), the firm is accessible to clients across all five boroughs and beyond. Founded by John C. Dearie, who also served as a member of the New York State Assembly for nearly twenty-five years, the firm combines trial advocacy with a commitment to client accessibility, operating mobile law offices that travel to neighborhoods throughout the city to meet clients directly.
The Dearie Law Firm focuses on personal injury, workers’ compensation, Social Security Disability, and 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims. Its attorneys have represented thousands of New Yorkers injured in motor vehicle accidents, construction incidents, premises liability cases, and workplace injuries. With a bilingual staff and contingency-based representation, the firm ensures that injured individuals and families can pursue claims without upfront financial barriers.
Areas of Practice
The Dearie Law Firm provides representation in a wide spectrum of cases:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: Car, truck, bus, taxi, Uber, Lyft, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian collisions. Attorneys investigate accident scenes, consult with reconstruction experts, and pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and long-term care.
- Construction and Workplace Accidents: Claims under New York Labor Law §§ 200, 240, and 241, including scaffold and ladder falls, unsafe equipment, falling objects, and electrocutions. The firm also represents clients in workers’ compensation claims and third-party lawsuits.
- Premises Liability: Litigation involving slip and fall, trip and fall, negligent security, sidewalk accidents, and building code violations.
- Medical Malpractice: Cases involving surgical errors, delayed diagnoses, birth injuries, and hospital negligence.
- Wrongful Death: Support for families pursuing compensation for financial and emotional losses after the death of a loved one.
- Social Security Disability (SSD): Representation for individuals applying for or appealing denied disability benefits.
- 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Claims: Advocacy for survivors and responders of the September 11 attacks and cleanup operations, including those with long-term health conditions tied to exposure.
Case Results
The Dearie Law Firm has secured millions in verdicts and settlements for its clients. Reported outcomes include:
- $3,500,000 for a construction worker injured in a scaffold collapse.
- $2,750,000 settlement for a pedestrian struck by a delivery truck in Manhattan.
- $2,000,000 for a bus passenger injured in a Bronx accident.
- $1,900,000 wrongful death recovery for a family whose loved one died due to hospital negligence.
- $1,250,000 settlement in a premises liability case involving a trip and fall on a defective stairway.
- $950,000 workers’ compensation settlement for a construction worker with permanent disability.
Legal Philosophy
The Dearie Law Firm emphasizes accessibility and client-centered service. Its mobile law office program is particularly notable, sending fully equipped RVs to neighborhoods across New York City to meet clients who may be unable to travel. This model allows injured individuals to receive legal support directly in their communities.
The attorneys prepare each case for trial, ensuring strong leverage in negotiations. They work with medical professionals, vocational experts, and economists to document damages and long-term financial impact. All cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning no legal fees are owed unless the client obtains compensation.
Client Experience
Clients often describe the firm as responsive, compassionate, and professional. Many emphasize that attorneys and staff explained complex processes in plain language, returned calls promptly, and treated clients with respect. Bilingual services in English and Spanish further enhance accessibility, and the firm’s neighborhood presence through mobile offices has been particularly valued in underserved communities.
Recognition
The Dearie Law Firm has been recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Avvo, with attorneys frequently appearing in local media discussing personal injury law and workers’ rights. John C. Dearie’s dual career as a legislator and attorney underscores the firm’s role as both an advocate for individual clients and a participant in broader public policy debates.
Offices and Contact Information
Manhattan Office
515 Madison Avenue, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Phone: 212-980-0404
Queens Office
92-12 147th Place
Jamaica, NY 11435
Bronx Office
1842 Williamsbridge Road
Bronx, NY 10461
Conclusion
For more than forty years, The Dearie Law Firm, P.C. has been a fixture in New York’s personal injury and workers’ compensation landscape. By combining traditional litigation with innovative outreach through mobile law offices, the firm has made legal advocacy accessible to thousands of injured New Yorkers. Its record of multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, combined with leadership in 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims and Social Security Disability cases, illustrates a broad commitment to justice. With a contingency-based model and a focus on accessibility, The Dearie Law Firm continues to provide trusted representation for clients throughout New York City.
Website: www.dearielaw.com