Asbestos has devastated families for years. Holding all of the responsible companies is something you need and deserve. Whether exposed at a shipyard, from insulation, a heating system, defective product or brakes, you and your family need to be compensated.Mesothelioma, pleural Mesothelioma, peritoneal Mesothelioma, asbestosis, asbestos lung cancer can all result from exposure to asbestos. I am here to hold the people and companies responsible for the damages from this dangerous product.I have worked with National law firms to make sure my clients get the proper representation they deserve. Don’t pick your lawyer from a TV ad. You want an attorney who is located in New York City who handles cases in the courts and is known.Protecting the rights of individuals and families is something we understand.If a family member has been diagnosed with Mesothelioma or exposed to abbestos you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349 9100 or contact us online for a free consultation.

New York aviation and mass transit (subway, trains and buses) attorneyWhether injured in a plane accident, train accident, subway or bus accident, you need someone fighting for you who will know how to protect your rights. Alan Chorne has successfully represented aviation and mass transit accident victims for decades. His successes include a case involving a subway crash that resulted in a significant verdict against the New York City Transit Authority.The New York City Transit Authority denied fault and tried to claim the injuries weren’t a result of the crash of their train. Alan Chorne, using his professional know how and personal resources was able to prove to the jury that the negligence of the New York City Transit Authority was the cause of the injuries. Alan Chorne does whatever it takes to win a case including calling in experts; including doctors, accident reconstruction experts, police and more because that’s what a good trial attorney does.In airplane crashes, teams of experts are often required. Your attorney’s job is to obtain investigation information from involved government agencies including the FAA to help determine whether it was pilot error, poor maintenance, equipment malfunction or design flaws that caused a crash. There can be many causes to an accident and Alan Chorne’s job is to find out the true cause and be sure that you, the client, receive what you deserve if you’ve been injured.Bus crashes often leave many people injured because of negligence on the part of the bus operator or owner. For over two decades Alan Chorne has successfully prosecuted cases against bus companies, obtaining awards for victims.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349 9100 or contact us online for a free consultation.

New York auto, pedestrian, truck and motorcycle attorneyUnfortunately, at one time or another, you or someone you know may be injured in an accident involving a car, truck, van, bus, motorcycle or other motor vehicle. This may even involve an ATV or snowmobile. Motor vehicle accidents are one of the most frequent causes of injury.Drivers, passengers and pedestrians all have rights and are entitled to be compensated for sustained injuries. Driver’s fail to stop, often don’t see what is ahead of them, make dangerous turns, and at times back up and hit people. Sometimes vehicles don’t have their lights on or fail to signal when turning. Alan Chorne has represented many people injured by rental cars that are dangerously operated. Unfortunately people that are drunk, intoxicated or impaired by the use of alcohol and drugs often cause accidents.Injuries from motor vehicles and auto accidents are often very severe. Alan Chorne has represented people who have fractured and broken bones, have torn ligaments often in the knees or shoulders, have suffered head and brain injuries, and have injured their spine, neck and back. In many cases injuries result in nerve damage, broken, fractured or dislocated bones, paralysis, loss of limbs and even death. These injuries can cause a loss of income, and the inability to work and care for yourself and your family.When choosing a lawyer you need someone with the experience to understand all of the different ways an injury can affect you and your family. The ability to document and prove all of your injuries is necessary to ensure that you and your family are fully compensated.During his years of experience, Alan Chorne has successfully represented and tried cases involving pedestrians, drivers, passengers, cyclists and motorcyclists. When an accident is the result of intoxicated or drunk drivers, drivers failing to pay attention, defective cars or brakes, speeding, or driver negligence you need to be represented by an expert attorney, one who knows that obtaining police reports, taking photos at the accident scene, interviewing witnesses and the police are all steps that are often necessary. Some cases may even require experts including accident reconstruction. You need an attorney with the experience to know how to protect your rights. Alan Chorne will make sure your no fault claims are filed in a timely manner along with other related medical claims. He will make sure that your bills paid on time so you can concentrate on getting better. He will investigate all the possible sources of insurance and recover what is rightfully yours. Many times your own policy can provide additional benefits. The policy may contain supplemental underinsurance (SUM) also know as underinsurance.Hit and run accidents and accidents involving uninsured cars don’t take away your right to collect money damages as an injured party. Often there is insurance available to protect you. As a passenger in your car or someone else’s you are protected under uninsured motorist coverage. There is also MVAIC which provides coverage. These claims have strict time deadlines so that it is crucial that you contact Alan Chorne immediately.Alan Chorne has dedicated himself to fighting for the interests of the injured and hurt, by making sure that insurance companies do the one thing they hate the most: Paying full value on the claims brought by people who have been injure through no fault of their own.If you have been injured, or if a friend or family member has been injured or killed in an auto accident in New State call Alan Chorne today to find out if you are entitled to collect money damages. Even if an accident takes place outside of New York State, please feel free to call. Alan Chorne can make arrangements for representation to protect your interests.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a free consultation

New York Construction and Labor Law attorneyWhether you are a carpenter, electrician, ironworker, bricklayer, mason, laborer, roofer, painter, pointer, waterproofer, window washer or any one else involved in construction, painting, cleaning, pointing or maintaining a building you have rights and are entitled to the full protection of the law.When working on buildings, bridges, roads and all types of construction projects, the dangers are great. Whether you are in a union or not, everyone has the same rights and protection. There are laws that protect you and people involved in these fields of work. The laws protect citizens and non citizens, even without your green card. Construction work is dangerous and you are entitled to protection.For decades the Offices of Alan Chorne have successfully protected the rights of people who work in this dangerous area. Alan Chorne has successfully obtained many verdicts and settlements for workers injured on the job. Whether you fall from a ladder, scaffold, or any and elevation; or if you slip and fall, or something is dropped and strikes you, Alan Chorne has the expertise to help you. He won a verdict of over $10,000,000.00 from a jury for one person who was injured.If you’re a construction worker, or if you have a family member who is a construction worker, you know that working at a construction site exposes workers to acutely dangerous accidents. Falling from a height; exposure to falling objects; being hit by construction equipment; crush injuries; injuries resulting from falling into ditches or trenches; and electrocution are just some of the great dangers construction workers face every day on the job. Alan Chorne has successfully represented many construction workers in New York with their unfortunate on-the-job accidents.Worker’s compensation laws make sure you get medical benefits and hospital treatment. They also make sure you get lost wages without waiting for the lawsuit to end. Besides workers compensation, disability payments, and social security, you have a right to a lawsuit for pain and suffering, lost wages, disability and permanent injuries.Alan Chorne is an attorney who understands all of the obligations of contractors, general contractors, subcontractors, owners, safety managers and all trades involved in a construction, renovation, and building projects. He has successfully handled cases involving all kinds of accidents and has experts on hand who help establish what went wrong. Besides OSHA violations, there are many other types of dangers which would allow you to recover for your injuries.Construction, painting, pointing, hoisting, ladders and scaffolds are all covered by New York’s Labor Laws. You want an attorney who has been successful at representing injured workers and is not afraid to bring your case before a jury and make sure you collect fully.Alan Chorne’s reputation in court, with insurance companies, and other attorneys insures that you have excellent representation during these important times. Alan Chorne dedicates himself to knowing how to protect your rights and maximize recoveries for worker’s who have suffered injuries. His protection of individuals and the success he has obtained has been why many attorneys throughout New York have consulted with Mr. Chorne and have regularly asked him to represent their clients when they have been injured. New York attorneys are experts in construction and labor law, so that their referrals to Alan Chorne speak to his success in the field. That’s the best recommendation of all. Even the Bar Association of New York City Legal Referral Service has referred clients to Mr. Chorne in this area.Alan Chorne has successful brought suits against New York City, major construction companies, school districts, property owners, painting companies, developers, builders, general contractors, construction managers, landlords and tenants for decades. Accidents have involved, buildings both new and old, bridges, painting, masonry work, iron work, roads, roofing, electrical work, flooring, pointing, cranes, hoisting, slings, ladders, scaffolds, and man lifts. You name it, it can and will cause an accident if not properly operated or supervised.If you have been injured or if a family member has been injured or killed in a construction accident in New York City, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Upstate New York, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland County, or anywhere else in New York State you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349 9100 or contact him online for a free consultation.

New York disabled and handicapped children and adult attorneyWhether a person suffers from a physical or mental disability, they often require special care and attention. All too often they suffer injuries from the failure of proper supervision by caregivers and the lack of ability to recognize personal needs or provide proper care and attention.Whether during medical visits, school, during transportation or at home, a failure of proper care can result in serious injury to the most vulnerable. Alan Chorne has handled cases where an aide has failed to do his or her job properly resulting in injuries that could have been avoided. Whether being struck by a car, falling, having been sexually or otherwise physically abused, these unfortunate things happen.You need an attorney that understands the special needs of adults and children. Whether suffering from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, emotional disabilities, wheelchair bound, balance problems, dementia, or any other disability, people of all ages have rights that must be protected. These unfortunate events occur at group homes, special schools, on the bus, in hospitals and every other place their lives take them.If you, a disabled family member or someone else disabled you know has been injured, call Alan Chorne today. He has successfully brought claims against these agencies for over 25 years.Alan Chorne has dedicated himself to fighting for the interest of disabled people of all ages who have been injured or hurt, in court and out, to make sure that his clients receive their measure of justice.Call Alan Chorne, toll free at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a FREE consultation.

New York false arrest and civil rights violations attorneyThe Constitution of the United States and New York State protect the rights of individuals. Civil rights violations may involve false arrest and/or wrongful imprisonment. Unfortunately people are frequently the victims of wrongful conviction, police brutality, and the use of excessive force by legal authorities. DNA evidence has been used to prove wrongful convictions. Compensation for these violations is available. Lives have been disrupted and often destroyed.New York City Police and other police departments can and should be held accountable for the damages they cause others. If you think you have been the victim of false arrest, police brutality, wrongful imprisonment, the use of excessive force by a legal authority, or any other civil rights violation, it is important that you contact Alan Chorne immediately since there are strict filing deadlines. If the claims are not filed timely and properly you can loose all of your rights.Alan Chorne has been successfully involved in cases where the police have had to pay millions of dollars in damages for failing to protect a person after undertaking protection. Orders of protection must be followed.Alan Chorne has dedicated himself to fighting for and helping people who have been victimized. If your family member has been hurt as a result of a police brutality, false arrest, wrongful conviction, false imprisonment, or any other civil rights violation, contact Alan Chorne right away.Call toll free at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a FREE consultation.

New York government liability, municipal liability and schools attorneyGovernment has many duties and responsibilities that the law requires. Whether it is to provide safe sidewalks, safe roads or protect our children while in school, all too often people are hurt due to the failure to keep the public safe and protected.Whether you or a family member are injured by a pothole in the sidewalk or road, a dangerous sidewalk or hurt while at school, you do have rights. Children are constantly injured while at school by things that could have been avoided. Sexual assault, unfortunately, can also takes place when children are entrusted to schools. So often you hear about sports injuries that happen that happen that should have been avoided. Playgrounds and parks are often unsafe. Often Hospitals that are operated by municipal corporations have unsafe conditions which can cause injury to you. The New York City Transit Authority and many other government agencies operate buses, cars and trains, where accidents occur. When someone is hurt, they need to retain the right attorney to protect their rights. Alan Chorne has successfully brought claims against these agencies for over 25 years.Cases against the City of New York, New York State, New York City Health and Hospital Corp, counties, other governments or other public authorities always carry strict time deadlines for filing the claim and for bringing the suit. Such time limits are crucial. Filing time frames are particularly crucial in civil rights violations cases as such cases often involves municipalities, so be sure to contact Alan Chorne immediately if you believe you have a such a case.Alan Chorne has dedicated himself to fighting for the interests of the injured and hurt, in court and out, to make sure that his clients receive their measure of justice.If you or your family member has been hurt contact Alan Chorne right away.Call Alan Chorne toll free at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a FREE consultation.

New York Medical Malpractice and Medical Negligence LawyerMedical Malpractice takes place way to often. Doctors, hospitals, labs and nurses make many mistakes. This often has tragic effects upon the victim and their family.During labor, delivery and birth mistakes can result in brain damages babies, cerebral palsy and Erb's palsy. Doctors fail to recognize fetal distress, a failure of labor to progress, uses excessive tractor, improperly uses a vacuum extractor or forceps, fails to perform a cesarean section, improperly delivers a breach presentation, and many other conditions. All can result in devastating injuries. For decades I have handled these types of cases. I have also worked and handled cases for Fitzgerald and Associates.Many signs and symptoms of cancer are not properly investigated. X-rays, Ct Scans, PAP Smears, MRI'S, Mammograms are often misread and cancers are not diagnosed timely. These delays in diagnosis can lead to the cancer spreading and even death.Other complications and mistakes include surgical errors, fistulas, medication errors and mistakes, IV infiltration and IV burns, foreign objects left after surgery including sponges, clips and instruments.Whether the mistake is by a surgeon, obstetrician, gynecologist, pediatrician, radiologist, internist, hematologist, chiropractor, orthopedist, emergency room doctor or other professional, I have investigated and handled these claims for decades.Cases involving surgery, brain damage, paralysis, coma, quadriplegia, paraplegia and other complications often result from medical malpractice. Failing to treat conditions can result in blood clots, thrombosis, heart attacks, amputation, and death.You need an attorney with the expertise to investigate what happened. Doctors, nurses and other medical providers often cover up and fail to reveal what really happen. Hospital records, medical records, lab reports, x-rays and fetal monitor strips most be expertly reviewed. Often times there are missing records. You want an attorney who can prove what is suddenly missing to a jury.Medical malpractice cases are the most difficult of all personal injury cases to bring to a successful conclusion. Alan Chorne learned this area, first representing many of New York's largest hospitals and doctors. After having learned this, he has taken these skills to help the victims of malpractice for the last 20 years.Victims of malpractice and their families need to be a lawyer with the expertise to hold the doctors and hospitals responsible and to compassionately help your family and aggressively seek justice for you in Court.Whether a private doctor, hospital, New York City Health and Hospitals, New York State or other is responsible, I have handled these cases successfully.Over twenty five years of experience in handling medical malpractice cases has taught me that determining if a medical error rises to the level of professional malpractice requires a dispassionate analysis of the records. One can expect a vigorous defense from the doctor's or hospital's attorneys and insurance carriers. Understanding the records and retaining experts for your case is the first and most crucial first step on the road to bringing a successful malpractice claim. Having been on both sides also has helped me retain the top experts that cases require.If you have been injured or if a family member has been injured or died as a result of medical malpractice or nursing home negligence you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349-9100 or contact us online for a free consultation.

New York landlord, tenants, and property owners, slip and fall attorneyOwners of property and landlords have many legal responsibilities and duties to keep their property safe. Whether you are a tenant or just visiting a property you are entitled to be in a safe place. People fall from dangerous steps, walkways, hallways and garages. Whether there are broken steps and pavements, or cracked and uneven areas you need to know your rights. Sometimes the premises are slippery, covered with garbage or debris, or lights are out. Elevators and stairs are often in a state of disrepair. Slip and fall accidents happen all the time and you are entitled to bring a case if this happens to you.Sometimes the locks are broken or security systems don’t work. Landlords, owners and even the New York City Housing Authority can often be held responsible for these avoidable accidents. Sidewalks and parking lots need to be kept safe. Failure to remove snow and ice safely has been the cause numerous accidents. Parking lots can be icy or full of holes or debris. Accidents take many forms. Ceilings collapse; people are burned from water that is too hot; radiators and stoves become dangerous and cause serious injuries. Playgrounds are often not properly maintained. Whether the equipment is dangerous or proper mats and padding are not in place, if you have been injured you need to know your rights.If you or a family member is injured as a result of a slip and fall or other accident, call Alan Chorne, he has successfully brought claims against these agencies for over 25 years.Alan Chorne has dedicated himself to fighting for the interests of the injured and hurt, in court and out, to make sure that his clients receive their measure of justice.Call Alan Chorne toll free at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a FREE consultation.

New York railroad accident and FELA attorneyWorking on a railroad can be hazardous. Laws have been enacted including Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) to protect railroad employees who are injured and provide compensation and money damages for those injuries. Employees have a right to bring a direct claim and lawsuit against their employer.Passengers, commuters and the public are often injured by the negligence of railroads. This may involve a train or subway. It can take place at a train or subway station, on the stairs, on the train or subway, in the repair facility or terminal or even a railroad crossing. When someone is injured you need to consult an attorney who is experienced in protecting your rights.Whether injured on Amtrak, the Long Island Railroad (LIRR), Metro North, an MTA train, NYC Subway or Path Train, Alan Chorne can help.If you or a family member has been injured you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349 9100 or contact him online for a free consultation.

New York pedestrian and bicyclist knockdown and hit and run accident attorneyAccidents involving cars, buses and trucks take many different forms. Whether you are crossing a street, a driver in a vehicle, a passenger in a vehicle, or a bicyclist you have rights and may be entitled to compensation if you are in an accident. Alan Chorne has successfully represented the injured accident victims for decades. Whether by trial or settlement, he will take all of the necessary steps to make sure you get fully and fairly compensated for your injuries. Many lawyers take cases and say they are experts when they have never even tried a case before a jury. Alan Chorne has verdicts and jury results in the millions. His cases have been covered in many of the major newspapers. This is the level of experience and expertise your case deserves.Auto accidents often result in very severe injuries. They can result in broken bones, spinal injuries, torn ligaments, brain injury, hearing loss, knee and shoulder injuries, paralysis, loss of limbs and even death. Often the accident victim is so severely disabled that they cannot, or enjoy other hobbies and activities.If you’ve been the victim of an accident Alan Chorne is the attorney to choose. He will work for you every step of the way. He will initiate a prompt investigation of your case, and obtain witness statements and all other evidence vital to your case. Alan Chorne will make sure your medical claims are appropriately filed with the correct insurance companies and that your bills are paid in a timely manner. He will make sure that all possible sources of insurance coverage are looked into and that claims are all put in on a timely basis.If your case involves a hit and run accident or an uninsured car, you may still be eligible for a monetary award.By retaining Alan Chorne, you can know your case is being expertly handled, which will allow you to focus your energy on getting better.If you have been injured or if a family member has been injured or killed in an auto, truck accident, pedestrian or bike accident you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a free consultation.

New York product liability and defective products attorneyDangerous and defective products cause serious injuries everyday. Unfortunately people are hurt everyday by defective toys, flammable fabrics, cars, contaminated food, household appliances and drugs. Lawnmowers, ATV’s, snow blowers, conveyors, punch presses, saws and a host of other products are constantly causing serious injuries.Ladders break, scaffolds malfunction, furniture breaks, toys contain lead. Whatever the danger is, you need the right lawyer to help. Whether the product is contaminated, breaks, malfunctions or lacks an adequate warning…you have rights.Medical devices, heart pacemakers, Sulzer/Hip replacements, defective tires are just some of the products involved.If you have been injured or if a family member has been injured or killed, you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349 9100 or contact him online for a free consultation.

New York lead poisoning attorneyLead poisoning occurs way too often and is most dangerous in young children. Lead based paint is often the cause of the poisoning. In older apartments peeling, chipping paint, or even the dust from paint with lead can cause serious injuries. Even a small amount can lead to serious damages in a young child. The Center for Disease Control and The State of New York and City of New York consider the presence of 10mg/dl of lead in the bloodstream to mean that a child has suffered lead poisoning.Exposure can come from lead paint in an apartment or building. It can also come from toys. There have been many toys recalled because they have been painted with a lead based paint or the toy contains lead. This is especially dangerous, since young children often put toys in there mouth.Lead poisoning can result in brain damage, learning disabilities, poor school performance, attention and hyperactivity problems, and behavioral problems. It can also affect future income, schooling, and the ability to live independently.Protecting the rights of infants and children is something Alan Chorne understands.If a family member has suffered lead poisoning you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349 9100 or contact him online for a free consultation.

New York wrongful death attorneyThere is nothing more devastating for a family than the loss of a loved one. When that loss is caused by an accident, medical malpractice, Mesothelioma, or a defective product it is even more tragic. With an expert attorney like Alan Chorne, you and your family can focus on healing while Mr. Chorne is doing everything possible to hold the responsible parties liable.Alan Chorne understands the emotional and financial devastation a family suffers and will be there for you, to personally handle your case and answer all of your questions. Mr. Chorne understands that this level of support is necessary in difficult times. Knowing that Alan Chorne has the expertise and experience to obtain a maximum recovery in the case of wrongful death is what every family deserves. Whether you have lost a parent, grandparent, child, brother, sister, aunt or uncle, please call the offices of Alan Chorne for a free consultation.The family of a person who dies as a result of an accident has the right to bring a claim in Court. The following are all claims to be considered in the case of wrongful death; claims for loss of financial support, based on the loss of income the family member would have earned for the support of the household, loss of pension, retirement or inheritance benefits, expenses associated with the victim’s death, including the funeral and medical expenses. In addition, your pain and suffering, and the pain and suffering of your family members before and after the persons death can be substantial and should be compensated. Not only at the time of death but after your loss of guidance, loss of services that the family received, companionship and future care are all taken into consideration in the case of wrongful death.The causes of Wrongful death cases are numerous and may include any of the following; car accidents, falls and injuries at construction sites, use of defective and dangerous products, or as a consequence of medical malpractice.With Alan Chorne as your attorney you can be sure that he will take care of all of the necessary steps of a law suit. He will be sure to initiate a prompt investigation, obtain all witness statements and any other evidence to prove the case. Alan Chorne will be sure that all of your medical claims are filed with the correct insurance companies and that your bills are paid in a timely manner. In addition, he will be thorough in his work, making sure that all possible sources of insurance coverage are looked into and that claims are submitted on a timely basis.If a family member has tragically died as a result of any type of accident you may well be entitled to bring a claim for money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a FREE consultation.

New York dangerous and defective drug, pharmaceuticals and medical devices attorneyMedical Malpractice takes place way to often. Doctors, hospitals, labs and nurses make many mistakes. This often has tragic effects upon the victims and their families.Drug manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies are constantly selling new medicines, drugs, devices and implants that are unsafe and dangerous. The public has a right to be informed of the dangers and risks before choosing them or being prescribed them.Some of the dangerous drugs and products I have helped clients with include Vioxx and Zyprexa. These products resulted in large recoveries that are no longer available. There are many other products and drugs that are dangerous which have included Ortho-Evra, Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads, Avandia, Accutane, DES, Hip Implants (Stryker), ReNu, Bextra, Celebrx and Neurotin. The list of products and devices is constantly changing.If you believe that you have been injured by a dangerous or defective drug, medical device or product, call now. You are entitled to an investigation and possible lawsuit brought for negligently manufactured and marketed products that cause injuries.If you have been injured or if a family member has been injured or died as a result of a dangerous or defective drug or medical device you may well be entitled to collect money damages.Call Alan Chorne at 212 349-9100 or contact him online for a free consultation.