Deborah Truhowsky

Deborah Truhowsky

also known as Deborah F. Truhowsky

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 37 years

Nursing home abuse and neglect Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury

100 Park Ave, Fl 16, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 37 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 37 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Law Firm of D.F. Truhowsky

100 Park Ave, Fl 16, New York, NY, 10017

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Deborah Truhowsky's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Robert | August 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review

The Law Firm of D.F. Truhowsky: Robert Peralta Review August 29, 2022 The law firm of D.F. Truhowsky is the best legal firm in the business. Period!! They are extremely meticulous in their review a...nd assessment of my case. They explain everything in detail and made the process a better learning experience. Ms. Anita Bhola is exceptionally gifted and is very dependable, she gets great results for you, and makes it extremely convenient for you to continue with your work and personal life while she works hard for you. Ms. Bhola’s compassion, understanding and professionalism is unmatched in the business. With respect to my nursing home neglect case, her empathy towards the abuse that was afflicted on my father is reverent, angelic, and celestial. She clearly understands my emotions and feelings, and always responds appropriately to the suffering, and difficulties that I am going through on a day to say basis. I don’t know where I would be today without her and her associates. Without a thought, I give Ms. Bhola and the Law Firm of D.F. Truhowsky the highest of recommendations.

Posted by Daniel | February 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An excellent team!

Deborah and her team were unbelievably helpful, supportive, and effective. She truly helped us during an incredibly challenging time. Highest recommendation!

Posted by Wanda | September 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

More than just great service

I have been dealing with the Law Firm or D.F. Truhowsky for quite some time now. I acquired their services after my parents passed away. I had more than a few legal issues that I needed help with in regards to their estate, medical etc. Deborah and her legal team have been by my side every step of th...e way. They have always made sure that I was up to date with the process, explained things thoroughly so I could understand and worked closely with me to get the best possible outcome for my case. I could not have picked a better team, they are very professional and thorough, yet they add a personal touch that makes them feel like family. I'm very pleased with this firm, this was a very sensitive time for myself and my family and Deborah handled it with grace, professionalism, and sensitivity. I couldn't have made a better choice in representation.

Deborah Truhowsky

Replied last September 13, 2020

Thank you for your kind words, Wanda. It has been an honor to represent your family. Deborah

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer and Team

My lawyer and her team worked hard to resolve my case. They informed me and my brother as to how the case was developing. Their experts collected and examined documents, their lawyers prepared us for the deposition. The paralegal was always available for me and my brother the whole time. There wasn’t... a time that they didn’t ask how me and my family and brother were doing, especially during this COVID 19 crisis. I could not be happier with the outcome of my case, but more importantly the concern for me, my brother and family. I would highly recommend the Law Firm of Deborah N F Truhowsky and her awesome team.

Posted by Joanne | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

So Glad We Found Debra

Debra and her staff have been over the top fantastic in handling the case related to my deceased mother. They showed so much empathy , compassion and understanding about where I was mentally after losing my mother. That was greatly appreciated. Throughout the whole process, Debra and her staff kept u...s informed about what was taking place, why it was taking place and preparing us for what came next. Debra and her entire staff were there anytime I had a question and were quick to provide me the answer. I feel like her associates Anita and Stacey are like family at this point. So glad that we chose the right attorney!

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Deborah Truhowsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Seitelman

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I fully endorse Deborah Truhowsky. We have worked together on cases. She recently obtained an excellent result for one of our clients on a bedsore case. It was a complicated matter, We have also referred other cases to her. I have know Deb for at least 20 years, and she has the reputation as a fierce fighter. But she is also compassionate and caring with the clients. She is my "go to" attorney on nursing home cases."

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Philip Rizzuto

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Deborah Truhowsky. For over 10 years, I have worked with Deborah representing clients who have been neglected and abused in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Not only is she one of the pioneers and very knowledgeable in this area of law, she is one of the most compassionate attorneys I know who sincerely cares about her clients. Her knowledge and passion yields terrific results for her clients."

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Randi Lehrman

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Other

"I got to know Deborah Truhowsky when she was an adversary on my case. I ultimately began working for her and I can not say enough wonderful words about this dedicated professional who embodies all the positive qualities anyone could want from their lawyer. I have learned so much from Deborah who is a wealth of information regarding all aspects of personal injury, nursing home litigation and elder abuse. Her empathy mixed with her intellect and vast knowledge base makes Deborah Truhowsky one of the best lawyers I will ever hope to meet."

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Mark Seitelman

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Richard Bell

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Philip Rizzuto

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Circle of Giving, NY Foundation for Senior Citizens

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, The Law Firm of D.F. Truhowsky

1990 - 2010

Partner, Schwartzapfel Partners P.C.

Associations

2020 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers

Member

2020 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Long Term Care Community Coalition

President of the Board of Directors

2008 - Present

The Orion Resource Group

Member

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers Association

Former Board of Directors, Current Member

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Former Board of Directors

2005 - 2014

Long Term Care Community Coalition

Vice President of the Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Nursing Home Neglect results in Fall with Thigh Bone Fracture

$450,000 Settlement

Nursing Home Neglect results in Serious Pressure Ulcers

$725,000 Settlement

Nursing Home Neglect results in Serious Pressure Ulcers

$550,000 Settlement

Home Care and NYCHH Neglect Case for fall with fracture/surgery and pressure wounds

$475,000 Settlement

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Education

1990

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

Masters of Law in International Business and Taxation

1987

Hofstra Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

New York University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Ombudsman Training Program

Elder Law/Residents' Rights

2019

Ombudsman Training Program

Elder Law/Residents' Rights

2018

Ombudsman Training Program

Elder Law/Residents' Rights

2017

Ombudsman Training Program

Elder Law/Residents' Rights

2016

Ombudsman Training Program

Elder Law/Residents' Rights

2016

NYS Assembly Committee on Health Public Hearing

Mandatory Arbitration Clauses

2015

Webinar for NYS Chapter of NAELA

Elder Neglect and Abuse, guest speaker

2015

NYS Assembly Committee on Health Public Hearing

The Use of Anti-Psychotic Medication in Nursing Homes

2013

Westchester County Bar Association

Protecting the Rights of Clients in a Nursing Home, guest speaker

2012

Practising Law Institute

24th Annual Elder Law Institute

2011

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Nursing Home Neglect, chaired program

2005

New York State Trial Lawyers Institute

An Ethics Roundtable, chaired program

2003

New York State Trial Lawyers Institute

An Ethics Roundtable, chaired program

2002

New York State Trial Lawyers Institute

Ethics Roundtable, chaired program

2001

New York State Trial Lawyers Institute

An Ethics Roundtable, chaired program

2000

New York State Trial Lawyers Institute

Real Life Legal Ethics, guest speaker

2000

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Liens & Subrogation Rights/Auto Insurance Issues, guest speaker

1999

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Ethics

1996

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Mediation & Arbitration

Languages

English

Spanish

Russian

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