I'm a construction worker injured on a Jamaica job site and already receiving Workers' Compensation. Can I still sue?

Yes. Workers' Compensation covers your employer but not pain and suffering. Under New York Labor Law 240(1), you may have a powerful third-party personal injury claim against general contractors, property owners, or equipment manufacturers — parallel to your Workers' Comp benefits.

Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C.: Personal Injury Attorney in Jamaica, Queens, NY

Q: I was hit by a city bus near Jamaica Center. How long do I have to take legal action?

If your injury involves a NYC municipal vehicle or city property, you have a strict 90-day window to file a Notice of Claim against the municipality. Missing this deadline permanently bars you from recovering compensation.

Q: What happens if the driver who hit me in Queens was uninsured or fled the scene?

We examine your own auto insurance for Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, or file a claim through the New York Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (MVAIC), a state fund covering victims of uninsured and hit-and-run drivers.

Q: What is the difference between settling my case and taking it to a jury in Queens County Civil Court?

A settlement is a guaranteed negotiated payout. If an insurer refuses to fairly value your losses, our trial-tested litigators are fully prepared to take your case before a Queens County jury. We give you an honest assessment of both paths.

If you or someone you love was hurt in an accident on Jamaica Avenue, along the Van Wyck Expressway, or near the transit hub at Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer, you are already dealing with more than most people can handle — pain, lost wages, mounting medical bills, and an insurance company that started building a case against you the moment the crash happened.

Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C. is a personal injury law firm physically rooted in Jamaica, Queens. Under the leadership of Founding Partner Daniella Levi, Esq. and Managing Partner Eli Levi, Esq., our team has recovered over $100 million in verdicts and settlements for injured New Yorkers across thousands of cases. We know Jamaica’s streets, its courts, and the tactics insurance adjusters use on Queens residents — because this is where we practice every single day.

No fee unless we win. Free consultation available in person, by phone, or by video.

Last Updated: March 2026

Protecting Jamaica, Queens Residents After Serious Accidents

Being injured in Jamaica is not the same as being injured anywhere else in New York City. This neighborhood is one of the most densely trafficked corridors in all of Queens — a convergence of commercial trucking routes, a major transit hub, active construction redevelopment zones, and pedestrian-heavy commercial streets. The risks here are specific, and so is the legal expertise required to win.

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We routinely represent clients injured in the exact micro-contexts that define life in Jamaica:

Van Wyck Expressway & Hillside Avenue commercial truck collisions — One of the most dangerous freight corridors in Queens. We immediately secure black box data and traffic camera footage before evidence is lost or overwritten.
Pedestrian knockdowns near Jamaica Avenue and Parsons Boulevard — The convergence of buses, rideshare vehicles, and foot traffic at Jamaica Center creates devastating injury scenarios. We know every camera angle at that intersection.
Slip, trip, and fall on the Hillside Avenue commercial corridor — Older retail buildings along Hillside carry a long history of deferred maintenance. Icy, uneven, or negligently maintained sidewalks — especially near Rufus King Park in winter — are a recurring source of serious injuries.
Scaffolding and construction falls near active development sites — Jamaica is in the middle of a redevelopment boom. New structures are rising near the Queens County Civil Court on Sutphin Boulevard and throughout the surrounding blocks. Construction workers here have powerful, specific legal protections under New York law.

Rideshare and for-hire vehicle accidents at Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer — The density of Uber, Lyft, and Via drivers circling the transit hub creates constant exposure for pedestrians and other drivers alike.

Expert Personal Injury Representation Tailored to Queens Law and Local Standards

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Insurance carriers count on the fact that most injury victims don’t understand New York’s legal framework. We level that playing field completely.

New York’s Pure Comparative Negligence Rule — and Why It Matters at Jamaica’s Intersections

New York follows a “pure comparative negligence” standard. When a collision happens at a chaotic intersection like Jamaica Avenue and Parsons Boulevard, the insurance company’s first move is to shift a share of the blame onto you — even a small percentage reduces their payout. Our investigative team moves immediately to secure surveillance footage, witness statements, and physical evidence to minimize your assigned liability percentage and protect the full value of your claim.

Labor Law 240(1): Absolute Protection for Construction Workers in Jamaica’s Redevelopment Zone

Jamaica is undergoing one of the most significant construction booms in Queens’ recent history. If you are a construction worker who suffered a gravity-related injury — a scaffolding collapse, a ladder fall, a falling object strike — you are protected by New York’s Labor Law 240(1), which imposes absolute liability on general contractors and property owners. General contractors will aggressively deploy the “recalcitrant worker” defense to shift blame onto you. We counter that tactic with strict legal thresholds and hold every responsible third party accountable, even while your Workers’ Compensation claim is active.

Why You Must Reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) Before Settling

The single most costly mistake injury victims make is accepting a fast settlement offer before their doctors have determined the full scope of permanent damage. Once you sign, you cannot go back. We coordinate directly with your medical providers to accurately forecast future surgeries, ongoing physical therapy costs, medical liens, and permanent loss of earning capacity — so the number on your settlement check reflects your real future, not just your injuries today.

The 90-Day Notice of Claim Deadline — A Hard Rule with No Exceptions

If your injury involved a New York City municipal vehicle, a city bus near Jamaica Center, or a negligently maintained city-owned sidewalk, you have a strict 90-day window to file a Notice of Claim against the municipality. Miss that deadline, and your right to compensation is permanently extinguished. We track these deadlines from the moment you call us.

Meet Daniella Levi, Esq. — Founding Partner

Daniella Levi, Esq. founded this firm on a single conviction: that injured people deserve both a compassionate ally and a relentless litigator — and that they should never have to choose between the two. Under her leadership, the firm has recovered over $100 million for injured New Yorkers, including landmark verdicts of $8.6M, $7.6M, $5.5M, and $4M.

Daniella personally oversees cases and ensures every client receives her direct attention — not just a paralegal and a form letter. When you work with this firm, you work with Daniella and her team.

Written and reviewed by Daniella Levi, Esq., Founding Partner, Daniella Levi & Associates, P.C. | Last reviewed: March 2026

Proudly Serving Jamaica, Hillside, Sutphin, and Surrounding Queens Neighborhoods

Our office is located in the heart of Jamaica, Queens — just steps from the Queens County Civil Court on Sutphin Boulevard, directly accessible from Jamaica Avenue, and minutes from the transit hub at Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer. Whether you commute in from South Jamaica, St. Albans, or Hollis, reaching us is straightforward — and if your injuries prevent you from traveling, we come to you, including hospital rooms and your home.

We serve clients throughout:

Jamaica
South Jamaica
Hillside (Hillside Avenue corridor)
Sutphin Boulevard district
St. Albans
Hollis
Jamaica Estates
Richmond Hill
Ozone Park
The broader Queens County area

Your Questions, Answered — Jamaica, Queens Personal Injury Law

If I was partially at fault for my accident on Jamaica Avenue, can I still recover compensation?

Yes. New York’s pure comparative negligence rule means that even if you were partially responsible — say, 25% — you can still recover 75% of your total damages. The insurance company will work hard to inflate your percentage of fault to reduce their payout. We work just as hard in the opposite direction, using surveillance footage, witness accounts, and accident reconstruction to keep your assigned fault percentage as low as the evidence allows.

I was hit by a city bus near Jamaica Center. How long do I have to take legal action?

If your injury involves a New York City municipal vehicle, a city bus, or a city-owned sidewalk or property, you have a strict 90-day window to file a Notice of Claim against the municipality. This is a hard deadline — missing it can permanently bar you from recovering any compensation. If you were injured near Jamaica Center or on any city-maintained property in Queens, contact us immediately. Do not wait.

I’m a construction worker injured on a Jamaica job site and I’m already receiving Workers’ Compensation. Can I still sue?

Yes — and in many cases, you should. Workers’ Compensation covers your employer, but it does not cover pain and suffering, and it does not hold negligent general contractors, property owners, or equipment manufacturers accountable. Under New York Labor Law — including the absolute liability provisions of Labor Law 240(1) — you may have a powerful third-party personal injury claim running parallel to your Workers’ Comp benefits. These are two separate legal tracks, and pursuing both is often the path to full financial recovery.

What happens if the driver who hit me in Queens was uninsured or fled the scene?

We immediately examine your own auto insurance policy for Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. If that coverage is unavailable or insufficient, we file a claim through the New York Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (MVAIC), a state-established fund specifically designed to cover victims of uninsured and hit-and-run drivers. You have options — even when the at-fault driver does not.

What is the difference between settling my case and taking it to a jury in Queens County Civil Court?

A settlement is a guaranteed, negotiated payout that provides certainty and avoids the unpredictability of a trial. However, when an insurance company refuses to fairly value your pain, suffering, and long-term losses, settlement is not always the right answer. Our trial-tested litigators are fully prepared to take your case before a Queens County jury and demand the justice you deserve. We will give you an honest assessment of both paths — including the real likelihood of each outcome — so you can make the decision that is right for your family.

You Shouldn’t Have to Face the Insurance Companies Alone.

Evidence on Jamaica’s streets disappears fast. Traffic cameras get wiped. Witnesses move on. Insurance adjusters are already working against you.
You need a legal team that knows Jamaica, Queens from the ground up — a team located steps from the Queens County Civil Court, with over 75 years of combined legal experience, and a proven record of recovering maximum compensation for Queens residents.

Get the truth about your case today. There is no fee unless we win.
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By relentlessly pursuing the best possible outcome, we have achieved thousands of favorable verdicts and settlements for our clients, including several in the millions of dollars.

$8.6M

Products Liability

7.6M

Medical Malpractice

$5.5M

Police Misconduct

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