Daniel O'Toole

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Daniel O'Toole

also known as Daniel P. O'Toole

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Personal injury Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death

1 Penn Plaza, Suite 4850, New York, NY

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About Daniel

Biography

Personal Injury Lawyer With Multi-Million Dollar Landmark Verdicts, Including a $110 Million Verdict

One of NY's Premier Personal Injury Lawyers With Nearly $325 Million For Clients in Past 5 Years

Injury Lawyer with Top Results, Including $32 Million & $22 Million Verdicts for Car Crash Cases

One of NY's Premier Personal Injury Lawyers With Nearly $325 Million For Clients in Past 5 Years

One of NY's Premier Injury Lawyers With Nearly $325 Million For Accident Victims in Past 5 Years

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 75%

75%
Car Accident 12%

12%
Workers Compensation 8%

8%
Wrongful Death 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 32 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1993

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Block O'Toole & Murphy

1 Penn Plaza, Suite 4850, New York, NY, 10119

blockotoole.com/

Online Presence

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Daniel O'Toole's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Arben Dedaj | December 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you to the moon and back !

Hello to all those who will read these words coming from my heart. I’m afraid my English skills do not allow me to properly express how wonderful everyone in this firm is but I will try my best. Daniel O‘Toole and his firm made it possible for me to be that one son that can say to his mother “Mom ..., I found the best people in the world and they fought very hard for you! Mom, better than this is not possible!” And you better believe that I did tell her that. The feeling of knowing that your mother was really taken care of 1000% cannot be expressed with words, dear people. It’s the best feeling in the word. Yes , I am a mamma’s boy and I saw my mother in a lot of pain and it was hard, it was heart breaking. And I did not want to let her down. The EXTRAORDINARY result was no surprise , those who know this firm also know that if they think they can help you, nothing can stop them. But what was really memorable about the entire experience is the fact that Daniel O’Toole treated my mother like it was her own. He really did. Before we met him professionals often brought up my mothers age when discussing things. Not Danny! Yes I know he’s a very important man in NYC, but I can call him Danny, because not only he showed my mother so much love and respect , he also showed me a lot of respect when he got to see how much I was trying to be helpful to mom!! I can go on and on about this new family we found . Yes they are a law firm but they treat you like family. Whether they’re meeting you in person, or you’re talking on the phone or email, from the nice people at the front desk and everyone that follows , they treat you like a family. You will feel very fortunate to meet a wonderful team up there. I would like to thank Attorney Kristian Krober, a brilliant attorney as well as Attorney Fred Aranki a real expert and all their wonderful clerical staff. My mom called me today saying (I’m translating) “I got a Christmas card from that nice man” she recognized Danny’s picture on the card. What more can I say. God bless all of you at Block, O ‘Tole & Murphy this Christmas. This world needs more of you. And to Danny, from my mom and I , Merry Christmas & Happy and Healthy New Year to your mom as well!

Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST Attorney

I highly recommend BOM. Mr. Daniel O'Toole and Scott Occhiogrosso were very patient, friendly and explanatory. They were working on my father case day and night making sure that he will not only get compensated for pain and suffering but also had enough money for all future and ongoing medical bills.... I am forever grateful that we found Mr. O'Toole. Without him and his amazing team fighting for my father I definitely would have gave up fighting insurance company and workers comp. Healing alone was a difficult process not only for my father but also for the entire family. Thank God Mr. O'Toole was there to cover the rest. I highly recommend him to anyone. He cares about client's best interest and he's not afraid to stand up and fight the good fight, no matter how long it takes. Once again thank you Mr. O'Toole, Scott and Ursula from the bottom of our hearts Wlodkowski Family

Posted by Slim | March 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Lawyer

I had the pleasure and honor to be represented by Daniel O'Toole after a traumatic life changing car accident that happened in 2007 and resulted - so far - in 30 surgeries and over 8 months of stay in a hospital. In 2008, my first lawyer referred me to Dan as the case became too complicated and he k...new that Dan was the man for the job. Dan and his team of lawyers, experts, reconstructive engineers and paralegals worked tirelessly for 6 years on a very complicated case. The whole process was an amazing one to watch - the attention to detail on the case and the attention to detail in caring for my whole family, was an incredible combination that brought us great comfort during years of crisis and uncertainty. While the monetary compensation can never offset the continuous pain that I live with, the record large settlement amount that Dan was able to attain does remove a financial burden for my family, and there is no price tag you can put on that. Dan truly cares about his clients, and their families, and we are proud to consider Dan a forever member of our family. I count my blessings to be able to write this review myself and thank God for having been able to have Dan to work on my case. There are no words that can describe the gratitude that me and my family have for Block, O’Toole and Murphy.

Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Serdeczne pozdrowienia.

Serdecznie pozdrawiam i dziekuje z poprowadzenie mojej sprawy. Uzyskane fundusze bardzo mi pomagają w dalszym zyciu a przede wszystkim w kontynuacji leczenia. Wraz ze swoja zaloga wiele dla mnie zrobiles i bede dozgonnie wdzieczny.

Posted by Neil | January 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Day my Family's Life Changed

On October 23, 2012, My son was involved in a life threatening vehicle accident which resulted in Tramatic Brain Injury and an 8 month coma. Needless to say during this crisis the last thing you think about is hiring an attorney. Fortunately a very good friend urged me to hire an attorney immediately.... The attorney he recommended was Dan O'Toole of the firm Block, O'toole and Murphy. Aprox. 4days following the accident Mr. O'toole and several members of his team arrived at the ICU Trauma Unit. We had a brief meeting prior to going into the ICU to see my boy. The most important aspect that still remains in my head is the compassion that was shown my family. Mr. O'toole demonstrated an incredible amount of knowledge regarding brain injuries and insight of current therapies and programs that later proved to be invaluable to my sons recovery. Its been a little over 4 years now and following a 1 year hospital admission my son has made tremendous progress and hopefully it will continue. Due to the nature of my son's injury he will require health care the rest of his life. Mr. O'toole's hard work and committment to my son's future welfare was without bound. All his hard work eventually secured a fair settlement and guarantee of health care for the rest of his life. Mr. O'toole unlike other attorneys personally stood by my family every step of the way. He was always available to us for consultations. I am forever thankful for choosing Mr. O'toole and his tireless staff.

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Daniel O'Toole's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Ryan

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Friend

"One of the top personal injury lawyers in New York because he cares so much about his clients."

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Stephen Donahue

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Campson

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Seiden

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frederick Aranki

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Brennan

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christina Mercado

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2014

Top 10 Attorney in New York State, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Man of the Year, Brooklyn to Alaska Project

2013

Top 10 Attorney in New York State, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2012

Lawyer of the Year, Institute of the Jewish Humanities

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Irish Legal 100, Irish Legal 100

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The American Trial Lawyers Association

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Man of the Year, Brehon Law Society- Irish Lawyers

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The American Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The American Trial Lawyers Association

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Block O'Toole & Murphy

Associations

New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Labor Law Committee

Chairman

2006 - 2017

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

First Vice President - Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

$110,174,972.38 Verdict for Cyclist Paralyzed by Falling Railroad Tie During Subway Maintenance

$110,174,972.38

$32,756,156 for Vietnam Veteran Struck By Motor Vehicle

$32,756,156

$22,500,000 Settlement for Man Injured in Icy Roadway Car Accident

$22,500,000

$14,000,000 for Motorcyclist Struck By Truck

$14,000,000

$12,000,000 for Pedestrian Struck by Car

$71,643,000

$11,500,000 for Construction Worker Hurt by Defective Machinery

$11,500,000

$13,500,000 Settlement in Long Island Auto Accident Case

$13,500,000

$12,000,000 for Construction Worker Injured in Manhattan Site Accident

$12,000,000

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Education

1992

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Scranton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1989

University of Scranton

MA - Masters

Publications

Languages

English

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