Alan Leonard Fuchsberg

Alan Leonard Fuchsberg

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 46 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Civil Rights, Birth Injury ... +2 more

3 Park Avenue, 37th Floor, New York, NY

About Alan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice 40%

Representation for victims of hospital negligence, surgical errors, anesthesia mistakes, and failure to diagnose cancer or critical conditions. Handling of claims against doctors and healthcare institutions for catastrophic outcomes and wrongful deat

40%
Birth Injury 20%

Legal counsel for families affected by birth trauma, including cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, and brain damage. Pursuit of compensation for delivery room negligence, improper fetal monitoring, and injuries caused by forceps or vacuum extraction errors.

20%
Civil Rights 20%

Litigation regarding police misconduct, excessive force, false arrest, and wrongful imprisonment. Advocacy for prisoner rights and victims of foster care abuse. Prosecution of Section 1983 claims against municipalities and government entities.

20%
Personal Injury 15%

Handling of catastrophic injury cases, wrongful death, and mass torts. Representation for victims of construction accidents, premises liability, defective products, and toxic exposure. Advocacy for fair compensation in complex liability disputes.

15%
Employment and Labor 5%

Representation in disputes involving workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, and wrongful termination. Advocacy for employees facing retaliation, whistleblower issues, and violations of New York State and Federal labor laws.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 46 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1980

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Jacob Fuchsberg Law Firm

3 Park Avenue, 37th Floor, New York, NY, 10016

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Alan Leonard Fuchsberg's Reviews

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Posted by Kimio | December 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honesty. Integrity. Diligence. Transparency.

Honesty. Integrity. Diligence. Transparency. This is the service and commitment we received from the staff at Jacob Fuchsberg Law Firm. After my father was a victim of medical malpractice, I contacted a lawyer I had know for many years and he referred me to Jacob Fuchsberg Law Firm. He said and I quo...te, “They are the best and who I would want representing me.” My father’s needs were put first and he was treated with respect and professionalism. They listened intently and our opinions were valued. We trusted them and they undoubtedly had my father’s best interests in mind. When the hospital’s lawyers tried to minimize my father’s injuries, our lawyers were stronger, unwavering, knowledgeable, fought harder, and rose to the occasion. My family has nothing but gratitude and appreciation for the experience we had at Jacob Fuchsberg Law Firm. Eli was exceptional when it came to explaining my father’s case, addressing our concerns, responding to emails, returning calls, and working towards getting my father the best possible outcome for his case. They worked intelligently and diligently, and kept us informed every step of the way. Thank you Eli, Alan, and your entire staff!

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Alan Leonard Fuchsberg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alyce Wittenstein

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Alan Fuchsberg on many cases over the years. He does a great job and he's a pleasure to work with. You can't go wrong with this choice!"

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Allen Koss

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. a true professional who knows his way around the P.I. field very well..."

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Thomas Howard

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alan is smart, energetic, creative and concerned. I know his work primarily in the area of medical malpractice. I highly recommend him and his firm."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

1985

Chairman, American Jewish Congress Legal Services

N/A

Member American Bar, Association of the Bar of the City of New York

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Managing Partner, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm, LLP

Associations

2000 - Present

American Association for Justice

Chairman

1982 - Present

Single Parent Resource Center

Chairman

1980 - Present

New York State Bar # 1755966

Member

New York University School of Law

Board of Trustees

1993 - 1997

Association of the Bar of the City of New York

Member

1993 - 1995

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1985 - 1988

American Jewish Congress Legal Services

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Million For Man Who Suffered From Undiagnosed Prostate Cancer

$1.2 Million

Foster Care Neglect Settlement

$1.75 Million

Settlement Reached in Failure to Diagnose Rheumatic Fever

Undisclosed

$2 Million Settlement: Prisoner Medical Neglect & Permanent Vision Loss

$2 Million

Successful Settlement: Leg Amputation Due to ER Negligence & Failure to Diagnose

Undisclosed

Settlement Secured: Hospital-Acquired Legionnaire’s Disease & Negligence

Undisclosed

$1.5 Million Settlement: Foot Amputation Due to Failure to Treat Blood Clot & Surgical Delay

$1.5 Million

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Education

1976

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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New York University School of Law

Languages

Spanish

English

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