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WHY BLOCK O’TOOLE & MURPHY?
Ferry Accident Lawyers With Top Results
- $1,500,000 recovery for victims in a boating injury case
- $1,125,000 settlement for passenger injured in Staten Island Ferry crash
- More results exceeding $1,000,000 than any other law firm in New York
Top Legal Representation for Ferry Crashes and Other Boat Injury Cases
If you’ve been injured, whether as a passenger or crew member aboard, you need nothing less than an accident attorney with a track record of success in boat and ferry injury cases to help you get the compensation that you deserve. Injuries from boating and ferry accidents can result from various forms of negligence, including:
- Reckless operation of the vessel, including speeding
- Distracted or drunk operators
- Ignoring waterway laws
- Failing to carry adequate safety equipment
- Improper boat maintenance
It is essential for those injured in boating or ferry accidents to seek out legal representation as quickly as possible to protect their rights, as there is a time limit to file a lawsuit in New York. A lawyer with expertise in waterway laws that govern multiple municipalities in New York can better represent your case and give you the best shot at getting a full and fair compensation for your injuries.
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Proven Track Record of Delivering Results
At Block O’Toole & Murphy, we dedicate our practice to fighting for the rights of accident victims. We have recorded many multimillion dollar verdicts for our clients. Below are some of the testimonials we have received from clients, family members of clients, and attorneys who have worked with us.
“I was treated like the only client from day one. I really can’t express enough the appreciation that I have for this firm.” – Leotta A.
“They changed the way I think of lawyers, the best.” – Jesus T.
“As a construction worker, all I know is hard work. These lawyers work like ditch diggers. I called them my heroes during the trial. Remarkable.” – Leoncio A.
“I’m a New York City firefighter. I know what its like to fight for people that need help. Block O’Toole & Murphy does it as well as anyone.” – Kevin B.
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The Team
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Jeffrey A. Block
Jeffrey handles some of the toughest injury cases, including one where he settled for more than 30 times the insurance policy. His results include a $12,000,000 settlement for an accident victim (with $71,643,000 as the expected payout of Plaintiff’s structured settlement annuity) and a $14,000,000 verdict, the highest non-medical malpractice verdict in Nassau County.
Daniel P. O'Toole
Daniel is known for his landmark verdicts of $110 million, $32 million, $20 million, and $14 million among others. In 2019 alone, Daniel achieved the number one verdict ($110 million) in all New York State, as well as the number two ($11,500,000) and number three ($11,000,000) settlements for workers injured on the job.
Stephen Murphy
Stephen was described by Z100 Radio as a “legendary trial lawyer.” As Partner at the firm, he has resolved over 100 cases exceeding $1,000,000 each. Notable recoveries include a $32,756,156 jury verdict and settlements of $15,500,000 and $9,950,000. In 2016, he achieved 3 of the Top 5 Settlements in all of New York State.
S. Joseph Donahue
His reputation as a trial lawyer has earned him many awards and recognition, including being selected to “New York Super Lawyers” from 2011-2018. Joseph has achieved more than $100 million in jury verdicts and settlements, including a $10,875,000 verdict in a work injury case.
David L. Scher
Known for his skillful and compassionate representation of the seriously injured, David has obtained many large settlements for the injured, including a $12 million settlement for a worker who suffered catastrophic injuries after a Manhattan construction site accident.
Scott Occhiogrosso
An aggressive and experienced trial attorney, Scott focuses his practice on handling complex injury cases. His successful record at our firm includes obtaining a $13.5 million settlement for an accident victim who suffered brain damage and other severe injuries.
Frederick C. Aranki
Practicing for over 20 years, Frederick has vast experience in the courtroom litigating personal injury cases. His prior experience working for defense firms provides him with a keen insight into his adversaries, helping him build the strongest cases possible for injury victims. He has amassed an impressive array of results, including multi-million dollar settlements on behalf of workers and their families.
Michael J. Hurwitz
Michael has spent his career exclusively representing injury victims in areas of practice such as work accidents, construction accidents, premises liability and auto accidents. His verdicts include a multi-million dollar verdict for a non-union construction worker who suffered a partial amputation of a finger in addition to shoulder and neck injuries.
Christina Mercado
Christina is well known for her superior writing and analytical skills, a critical skill when pursuing settlements and verdicts in complex work accident cases. She handles a wide range of injury cases and has obtained millions of dollars in recoveries for our clients.
Kristian Krober
A native New Yorker and former prosecutor at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, Kristian graduated from Fordham University and Brooklyn Law School. He has investigated and prosecuted hundreds of cases while working at the D.A.’s office, bringing invaluable trial experience to the firm.
George Freitag
Well known and respected by his clients and adversaries alike, George spends nearly every day in New York City courtrooms. He advocates zealously on behalf of our clients and has been honored by the Institute for Jewish Humanities for his dedication to his community and the legal profession.
Ravi Sattiraju
With more than a decade of experience litigating in state and federal courts, Ravi brings a tremendous record of success to our firm. Driven by a desire to make things right for those who have been wronged, he has obtained millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients in New York.