SGCK is one of the most respected litigation firms in New York and New Jersey. With hands-on, personalized representation, our attorneys have achieved some of the largest recoveries for injured victims in New York State.
One of the most respected and aggressive litigation firms in New York and New Jersey.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our firm has personnel fluent in Spanish, Italian, Hebrew, and Russian. Interpreters are available in all languages.
For injuries caused by negligence, we help our clients recover the most substantial and just compensation possible. Historically a Manhattan trial firm, we now carry the same fight across New York and New Jersey, in both state and federal court. Other personal injury firms regularly seek us out as trial counsel.
We take pride in the personal, compassionate attention every client deserves. We are here to serve you, and we do not benefit unless you do.
We began as a New York City trial firm and have grown across the tri-state area. Wherever your case belongs, we're ready to handle it, in state court or federal court.
We represent injured clients in every borough and in courts throughout New York State.
Our attorneys handle personal injury cases in courts throughout the state.
State and federal courts. Our attorneys try cases in both New York and New Jersey state courts and in the federal courts, including complex and multi-party litigation.
If you’ve been injured, we can help. Here are some of the areas we handle.
Car, truck and motorcycle collisions across New York and New Jersey, including no-fault claims, serious-injury threshold disputes and uninsured motorist coverage.
Learn moreUber, Lyft and other app-based rides, where the driver, the platform and several layers of insurance all have to be untangled to reach the coverage that pays.
Learn morePeople struck in crosswalks, at intersections and on sidewalks, where injuries are severe and the driver’s insurer moves quickly to shift the blame.
Learn moreCyclists hit by cars, doored by parked vehicles or thrown by a defective road surface, with the full medical and lost-earnings picture put on the record.
Learn moreScaffold falls, ladder collapses, falling objects and site injuries, argued under New York Labor Law 240 and 241, which give workers protections other states do not.
Learn moreDangerous property conditions, negligent maintenance, poor lighting and inadequate security, where the question is who controlled the space and what they knew.
Learn moreMisdiagnosis, surgical error, birth injury and negligent treatment, built with the medical experts these cases need to prove a departure from the standard of care.
Learn moreClaims for families who have lost someone to negligence, covering the estate’s claim and the financial loss carried by the people left behind.
Learn moreBrain and spinal cord damage, amputation and permanent disability, valued across a lifetime of care, lost earnings and the help a person will need at home.
Learn moreNew York’s dangerous-dog rules and New Jersey’s stricter statute, including claims against a landlord or property owner as well as against the animal’s owner.
Learn moreDefective vehicles, machinery, ladders, medical devices and consumer goods, brought against manufacturers, distributors and sellers for design, manufacturing or warning failures.
Learn moreClaims against the MTA, NJ Transit and private carriers, where a 90-day notice of claim can end a valid case before it has properly started.
Learn moreAlso handling fires, assault and battery, false arrest, legal malpractice, aviation and criminal defense. See all practice areas
You speak directly with an attorney, not a call center. We’ll tell you honestly where you stand.
We preserve evidence, gather records, and build every case as if it’s going to trial.
We negotiate hard, and when it serves you, we take your case in front of a jury.
We keep you updated in plain English. You owe nothing unless we recover for you.
A selection of what we have recovered for our clients. Every figure below came from a case another firm could have taken, and did not.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. A full list of verdicts and settlements is available on request.
From start to finish, Joe was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and proactive. He took the time to explain every step of the process, answered all of my questions, and consistently made sure I understood my options… Thanks to Joe's hard work, everything was handled smoothly, and I felt supported the entire way through.
Joe Campisi was my attorney after I was hit by a car while crossing the street in Brooklyn. I'm so glad that I chose him to represent me. He is so well versed in every aspect of relevant New York law and in the processes involved in getting a settlement. I would've been completely confused and overwhelmed without him.
The insurance company fought me tooth and nail to deny the claim. But thanks to Mr J. Campisi… I was able to get a respectable settlement for what I went through. If you're ever in need of a good, dedicated law firm that fights on your behalf look no further.
I've been working with Schwartz, Goldstone & Campisi since 1997, and I can honestly say they have been nothing short of exceptional… Their expertise and commitment helped me successfully win my case, and I am truly grateful for their hard work over the years.
I used Schwartz Goldstone Campisi and Kates for a malpractice lawsuit. The respect and professionalism that Mr David Kates and staff showed was top notch. And the results was even more then I could of asked for.
From our first conversation, he made sure I understood exactly what was going on and took the time to explain every detail in a way that was easy to understand… Whenever I had questions or concerns, Joe was available and responsive, which gave me a lot of peace of mind during a stressful time.
Joe and his staff helped us through every step with professionalism and support. No question too big or small, Joe was always a call away. He made time to explain every little detail and went above and beyond to get the settlement my mother deserved.
He meticulously gathered evidence, handled all communications with the insurance company, and fought tirelessly to secure a fair settlement that exceeded my expectations. His deep knowledge of New York's complex accident compensation system made all the difference.
Reviews shown are from the firm's public Google Business Profile. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
We prepare every case for a jury. Insurers know it, and it changes what your case is worth.
You pay nothing unless we recover for you. Your legal fee is zero if we do not win.
The lawyer handling your file talks to you directly, in plain English, start to finish.
Practical guidance on New York and New Jersey injury law, updated regularly.
The steps that protect your health and your claim before the insurer calls.
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Why New York gives construction workers protections other states do not.
Read moreDeadlines and rules that differ between the two states, and why they matter.
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In every personal injury action we take, you pay nothing unless we win a verdict or a settlement on your behalf. We do not benefit unless you do.
Speak to a lawyer at the firm today. Consultations are free and confidential, and there is never an obligation to proceed.
