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Loyda Gomez
Written byLoyda GomezParalegal & Office ManagerB.A.Sc., Political Science & Government, John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY), 22+ years at The Orlow Firm, Bilingual: English and Spanish

Updated: March 4, 2026 · 10 min read

What languages are spoken at The Orlow Firm?

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The New York Personal Injury Attorneys at The Orlow Firm can accommodate a wide array of clients with a staff that includes Spanish, Mandarin, and Russian speakers. If you have a personal injury case in New York, contact Queens personal injury attorney Brian S. Orlow for a free consultation.

Does it Cost Any Money to Determine if I Have a Case in NYC?

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The Orlow Firm never charges anything to determine if you have a case. We always work on contingency. If you feel you may have a case don't wait contact us today and schedule your free consultation.

What are the most common questions clients ask you in NYC?

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The two most common questions involve if there is a case and how much it is worth. These questions are very hard to answer depending on the type of injury and many other factors. These questions are often impossible to answer until there is more information available. The experienced NYC personal injury lawyers at The Orlow Firm can help you answer these questions with a free initial consultation.

What's it like working with your sons in NYC?

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Coming to work and seeing my sons working to build something I started bigger and better. I can't think of anything that is more satisfying than sharing this with my sons. If you have been injured contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm for a free initial consultation.

How long have you had the firm in Queens?

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The firm began around 1982 as a general practice. After a short time it was clear that to be successful you need to concentrate on one area of law. Very early I made the decision to go into personal injury. If you have been injured contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm for a free initial consultation.

What types of accident cases do you handle in Queens?

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In Queens we handle all types of accident cases. These range from automotive, slip and fall and construction. Automotive may be the most but there is a variety of cases we see everyday. Have you been involved in an accident? Contact The Orlow Firm for a free consultation.

What Do You Do if You're in an Uber Accident in New York City?

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If you are involved in an accident involving an Uber driver the process is very similar to a normal car accident. Make sure you gather all information about the cars and people involved and then contact the New York car accident attorneys at The Orlow Firm.

If I've Been in an Accident, Do I Have a Case in NYC?

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Not all accident cases are the same it really depends on the situation. In the first meeting we will go over some questions and there may be some additional information that is needed. Sometimes this process is quick but it depends on the specific situation. If you think you may have a case contact us today for a free initial consultation.

What's the #1 thing clients wish they did prior to their accident in NYC?

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If you are hurt badly in an accident and the person responsible did not have a lot insurance you may be able to collect on your own policy. This is only possible if you have a certain type of insurance policy. Clients who are injured regret that they tried to save money on their insurance instead of getting the better policy. If you have been injured contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm for a free initial consultation.

What is your favorite part of being a New York personal injury attorney?

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In this video, Manhattan personal injury attorney Steven S. Orlow explains why he enjoys helping people as a personal injury attorney. All of the attorneys at The Orlow Firm find great satisfaction in getting the best results for every client. If you have been injured and are in need of representation, contact the experienced New York personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm today.

Are Many People Mistakenly Told They Don't Have a Case in NYC?

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At The Orlow Firm we sometimes have clients come in with cases that were declined by other firms. When this happens we ask the client some questions and determine if they do have a case. There have been cases that we have felt were very solid that other firms passed on. Contact us today if you have a personal injury case that was passed on by another attorney and we will take another look.

What is the Biggest Factor in Winning a Case in NYC?

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There are a lot of factors that go into having a successful case. Being able to prove the person you are suing is liable and that the injuries were caused by the incident. Another important part is a little bit of luck. This could involve things that are revealed or how much insurance there is to cover the lawsuit. All of these factors are important to winning a case. Contact the experienced NYC personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm for a free consultation.

What is the most dangerous street in Queens?

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Queens Boulevard isn't called the boulevard of death for no reason. It is the most dangerous street in queens for multiple reasons. It is probably the longest and widest street in queens. The drivers are trying to speed through to make the lights while pedestrians are trying to cross. It is also a very crowded area filled with stores and shopping malls. If you think you have a personal injury case contact The Orlow Firm for a free consultation.

What are the most important factors in a slip and fall case?

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Personal injury attorney Brian S. Orlow explains the most important factors involved in maximizing a slip and fall case in New York. The most important factor by far is taking photos of the accident site as soon as possible after the accident occurs. It is also very important that the injured individual seeks medical attention as soon as they begin to feel pain from the accident. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact the New York personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm for a free consultation today.

What are the Most Common Slip and Fall Cases in NYC?

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There are a lot of slip and fall cases involving snow and ice outside. There are laws regarding owners of property, and their obligations to remove snow and ice from the sidewalks in front of their properties. Many of these cases also involve slip and falls inside possibly in a bathroom, kitchen or due to a leaking pipe somewhere. If you have been injured from a slip and fall contact the New York City personal injury lawyers at The Orlow Firm.

Do a lot of bicycle accidents happen in Queens?

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Bicycle accidents in Queens are on the rise as the city government continues to encourage citizens to bike rather than drive. The availability of bike share rentals in the city has also led to a number of inexperienced bikers taking to the streets, unaware of the difficulty of biking in New York City. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, contact New York City personal injury attorney Brian Orlow of The Orlow Firm for a free consultation.

What Can I Do if I'm Injured in an airBNB in NYC?

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When you're dealing with Airbnb, you have to take into account that you don't know what the premises looks like. The owner take pictures of certain parts of it, and of course, you'll take pictures of the best parts of it. When you're there you don't know what the hallways look like or what the security is. If you're injured while renting a premises through Airbnb, you have the same rights as if you lived in an apartment building. If you are injured while staying in an Airbnb contact the New York City personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm.

What Type of Action Can Be Taken Against The New York Housing Authority?

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There was a scandal recently involving The New York Housing Authority and lead paint. If a young child has a high level of lead after a test the doctor by law has to report it to the Department of Health. Even if some time has gone by you should still contact the New York lead poisoning attorneys at The Orlow Firm today. In certain cases, if there's a good excuse why you didn't do a notice to claim on time, you can file a motion in court and ask the Judge for an extension.

What are the Average Settlements for Slip and Fall Cases in New York?

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The settlements for slip and fall cases will vary based on the severity of the injury and the impact the injury has on a person's life.Obviously, the lesser the impact, the lesser the injury and the smaller the recovery. The greater the impact, the greater the recovery. There is a very significant range from a very small amount to a very large amount that can be recovered for people who are injured in slip and fall accidents. If you were injured in a slip and fall case contact the New York City personal injury attorneys at The Orlow Firm.

Why Are Construction Laws so Strict in NYC?

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The Industrial Code has very specific regulations that apply to all types of construction sites from your smallest construction jobs being done on a one level structure all the way up to your large skyscrapers or even bridges. They have requirements that apply to all aspects in all areas of construction. Construction companies, owners, general contractors and contractors are required to follow these very detailed requirements. They're there to protect the worker. The theory is that there are construction sites and construction jobs that go on all over the City of New York. The people who are doing these jobs are the ones at risk. They are the ones working at heights, working with heavy machinery or over at large holes and are physically at risk. The laws were created to protect them. Essentially, it is to shift the burden from the worker to the owners and general contractors who are more in a position to be able to bear that risk. To learn more about how we can help you, contact the New York construction accident attorneys of The Orlow Firm at (646) 647-3398. We offer free initial consultations and operate four offices across New York City for your convenience.

What are the Dangers of Living in a New York Housing Authority Project?

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Living in a New York City Housing Authority building can be dangerous. In many situations the security is not what it should be or door locks are not fixed for an extended period of time. It's not always the front door lock that's broken, sometimes it's the back door lock, which lets anybody who wants come into the building. Many times this can lead to dangerous situations. If you are living in a NYC Housing Authority building and don't feel safe contact the premises liability attorneys at The Orlow Firm today.

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The Following People Contributed to This Page

Loyda Gomez
Written byParalegal & Office ManagerB.A.Sc., Political Science & Government, John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY), 22+ years at The Orlow Firm, Bilingual: English and Spanish

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The Orlow Firm’s Reputation On Google

The Orlow Firm is rated 4.9/5 across all of our Google reviews (as of March 2026). Below is a small sample of what people are saying about the firm and the compassionate advocacy we provided for them.

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Since I have my accident Brain Orlow and his team Been helping me every step with case They. Are concerned about client Make sure they have good access to doctors appointments And financial support For me i will hire this firm again

Rumdy Lazos

My experience from beginning to the end regarding my injury was a smooth transition. Both Adam and Brian guided me accordingly with the least amount of stress possible. Whenever I needed to speak to either of them, they were always available. The information being relayed to me by the other party was always straight forward with no uncertainties. They were honest with my settlement and what was expected. I highly recommend this practice. Everyone in the practice has always been professional and courteous. If I were to ever be in a situation again when I need to seek legal counsel for an injury I will certainly be contacting them again. Many thanks to the Orlow Firm.

Krystle Rivera

From the beginning, they showed genuine concern and work with me. They answered all my questions and addressed my worries. They were always working to get me a decent settlement. Brian, Adam and Tom are the best. I want to thank them and their team for all their help. To them it’s not business because they really showed they care.

Mirlyne Oriental

I’m very thankful because of the Orlow firm won my case , trustable , every time I had a question they would respond. Thank you lawyer Bryan for helping me with my case.

Liz Pavia

There is no word to describe how happy I’am for choosing Orlow firm to defend me. From the moment I contacted the firm , I know was in good hand. I’am very satisfying with the outcome in my case. If want to win your case without fighting so hard, please contact Orlow firm.

Haoua Guira-Ouedraogo

My experience with the Orlow firm was phenomenal. They were very knowledgeable about my situation very caring very informative I was very comfortable with them because kept me informed every step of the way. They were very respectable non-bias of my feelings or my pain. The Orlow firm commanded excellence from the receptionist to all the office staff they never quit on me they stuck it out to the very end and I appreciated that. I thank God for this firm.

PHYLLIS HAIRSTON

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