David Horowitz, P.C. is a New York City personal injury firm located at 276 Fifth Avenue, Suite 704, New York, NY 10001, with more than four decades of experience representing clients injured by negligence, malpractice, and unsafe conditions. The firm was founded by David Horowitz, an attorney with extensive trial and appellate experience, including arguments before the New York Court of Appeals. Known for his detailed approach to litigation and his role as a published author on New York personal injury practice, Horowitz has built a practice dedicated to advocating for accident victims and their families.
The firm handles a broad range of plaintiff-side cases, including motor vehicle accidents, construction site injuries, premises liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury litigation. By combining individualized attention with aggressive courtroom advocacy, David Horowitz, P.C. has recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for clients across New York City and beyond.
Areas of Practice
David Horowitz, P.C. covers nearly all areas of personal injury litigation:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: Representation for victims of car, truck, bus, taxi, rideshare, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents, often involving catastrophic harm such as traumatic brain injury, fractures, and spinal cord damage.
- Construction and Workplace Accidents: Cases under Labor Law §§ 200, 240, and 241, including scaffold and ladder falls, falling objects, unsafe equipment, and electrocution injuries. The firm represents both union and non-union workers.
- Medical Malpractice: Litigation involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, anesthesia mistakes, birth injuries, and hospital negligence.
- Premises Liability: Slip and fall, trip and fall, negligent security, defective elevators, and sidewalk accidents.
- Wrongful Death: Advocacy for families pursuing damages for funeral expenses, loss of earnings, and loss of companionship after fatal incidents.
- Catastrophic Injury Cases: Representation for individuals suffering paralysis, amputations, severe burns, brain and spinal injuries, and permanent disability.
Case Results
David Horowitz, P.C. has reported multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, including:
- $4,500,000 settlement for a pedestrian struck by a commercial vehicle, resulting in multiple surgeries and long-term disability.
- $3,200,000 for a construction worker injured in a scaffold collapse under Labor Law 240.
- $2,800,000 wrongful death settlement for the family of a patient who died due to hospital negligence.
- $1,950,000 premises liability verdict for a tenant injured by defective stairs in a Manhattan apartment building.
- $1,500,000 medical malpractice recovery for a delayed cancer diagnosis leading to reduced treatment options.
These results reflect the firm’s ability to litigate against powerful corporate defendants, contractors, hospitals, and insurers.
Legal Philosophy
David Horowitz, P.C. emphasizes trial readiness and appellate strength. Every case is prepared as if it will go to trial, ensuring strong leverage during negotiations. The firm consults with medical professionals, accident reconstruction experts, engineers, and economists to build cases that demonstrate both liability and damages.
David Horowitz himself has authored legal treatises on New York personal injury law, used by practitioners and judges across the state. This expertise contributes to the firm’s meticulous case preparation and its ability to anticipate defense strategies.
The firm operates entirely on a contingency fee basis, charging no legal fees unless compensation is obtained for the client.
Client Experience
Clients describe David Horowitz, P.C. as a firm that provides personalized attention, clear communication, and accessibility. Testimonials emphasize that the attorneys explain legal processes in straightforward terms, return calls promptly, and provide reassurance during lengthy litigation. Many clients note that Horowitz’s experience in appellate courts gives them confidence that their case will be fully protected at all levels of the judicial system.
Recognition
David Horowitz has been recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Martindale-Hubbell, and has served in leadership roles in trial lawyer associations. His published works, including “New York Civil Practice: Tort Actions”, are cited as authoritative resources for personal injury litigation in New York.
Offices and Contact Information
David Horowitz, P.C.
276 Fifth Avenue, Suite 704
New York, NY 10001
Phone: 212-684-3630
Conclusion
For more than forty years, David Horowitz, P.C. has provided New Yorkers with experienced, trial-ready representation in personal injury and malpractice cases. With a history of multimillion-dollar verdicts, a deep knowledge of New York personal injury law, and recognition as both a litigator and legal scholar, the firm continues to serve as a trusted advocate for accident victims and their families. Its commitment to contingency-based representation, client-centered service, and appellate expertise ensures that injured individuals have a powerful ally in their pursuit of justice.
Website: www.davidhorowitzpc.com