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Victor Fusco is one of the founding members of Fusco, Brandenstein & Rada, P.C. Mr. Fusco received his undergraduate degree from Hofstra University in 1972 and his law degree from Brooklyn Law School in 1975.
Mr. Fusco is a frequent lecturer and writer in the areas of Social Security, Workers’ Compensation and media relations at such places as the Cornell School of Industrial and Labor Relations, the New York State Bar Association and the Practicing Law Institute, the New York Injured Workers’ Bar Association, and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives. His columns appear in numerous union newsletters and local papers.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
45%
50 years | 65,000 cases
Social Security & Disability
30%
50 years | 30,000 cases
Insurance
10%
Personal Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-500 per hour
Contingency
25%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2020 2019
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3
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 50 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Location
Fusco, Brandenstein & Rada, P.C.
(800) 416-5454
Fax
180 Froehlich Farm Blvd, Suite 1, Woodbury, NY, 11797
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(800) 416-5454
Fax
50 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
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(800) 416-5454
Fax
1505 Kellum Place, #3, Mineola, NY, 11501
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(800) 416-5454
Fax
80-02 Kew Gardens Rd # 307, Kew Gardens, NY, 11415
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(516) 496-0400
Fax
50 Main Street, Suite 1000, White Plains, NY, 10601
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Fax
353 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Suite 208, Commack, NY, 11725
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Fax
2116 Williamsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY, 10461
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Posted by Coleen Dietrich | April 11, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Desperately in need of help. " Consulting " Mr. Fusco
Mr. Fusco was more help in just a few conversations threw emails than the lawyer I had representing me. I am so please at the way he suggested information and things I should do to help My case. He is a great person / lawyer and he gave me very complet and important information and suggestions as wh...
Victor Fusco's Lawyer Endorsements
"The greatest endorsement I can give for Vic Fusco is that I have entrusted my own clients to him on numerous occasions. I have had the good fortune to know and work with Mr. Fusco for over a decade and have always been extremely satisfied with the work performed by him and his office on my clients' behalf. I strongly recommend Mr. Fusco for Workers Compensation and Social Security/Disability cases."
"I met Mr. Fusco in 1992 and worked for him for over 7 years. He is one of the most respected attorneys and influential attorneys in the area of Social Security Disability law and workers' compensation law in New York. He is tireless advocate with an unwavering compassion for his clients. Over the years, I have continued to have occasion to work and my respect for Mr. Fusco has only grown. I would strongly endorse Mr. Fusco and his firm."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Vic for 25 years. He is a terrific lawyer. Not only does he do a fantastic job for his clients, but he also teaches the fine points of ssd law to other attorneys. He has also played an important role at NOSSCR, the premier organization for SSD attorneys. When I need a SSD attorney in NYC or Long Island I use Vic Fusco. He is the best."
"I have known Victor for over 15 years. Victor is tireless in his pursuit of excellence as a Workers Compensation / Social Security Disability lawyer. He is an expert among experts in his field. He will stop at nothing to find a way to advance his client's case within the bounds of the law. Victor combines this skill and knowledge of the law with an equally zealous commitment to service, making client satisfaction at all levels a top priority of his firm. There is no question that Victor is a true professional in everything he does. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"Victor is a prince of a lawyer and a great teacher. He has handled many of my clients and made their lives easier and better. He has a true love not only for the law but for people in the trades. I have referred not only my clients to Victor but my family as well. Besides his having tremendous skills as an advocate and counselor, his staff is excellent. They are up on the cases and they are very supportive of people who are trying to recover from injury. Victor fights hard so that every client gets his fair share (or better) from the Worker's Compensation Board. I highly recommend Victor, his firm and his work."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyer
2023
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyer
2022
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyer
2021
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyer
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2008
Lawyer of Distinction, Institute of Jewish Humanities
2008
2008 Public Service Attorney of the Year, Touro Law Center
2000
Children of Hope Foundation Award of Appreciation, AMT Children of Hope Foundation
2000
Recognition, Long Island Federation of Labor
2000
Citation, New York State Asssembly by Assemblyman Herbst
2000
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward/White, Inc.
1999
Making a Difference Award, Foundation Fighting Blindness
1999
Award of Appreciation, Civil Service Employee Association, Local 880
1999
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward/White, Inc.
1998
Award of Appreciation, Lupus Foundation of America, LI Queens Chapter
1997
Award of Appreciation and Merit, United Cerebral Palsy of Nassau County
N/A
Citation, The New York State Assembly *(In recognition of work producing/hosting radio program "Labor-Lines" by Assemblyman Marc Herbst)*
N/A
Award, Suffolk County Corrections Officers' Association
N/A
Award, CSEA Local 880
N/A
Citation, Town of Oyster Bay
N/A
Certificate of Recognition, Town of Hempstead
N/A
Civilian Certificate of Award, Nassau County Police Department
N/A
Distinguished Award, Martindale-Hubbell®
N/A
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Award, Top Attorneys of North America
Work Experience
1978 - Present
Managing Partner, Fusco, Brandenstein & Rada, P.C.
Associations
1998 - Present
Public JusticeMember
1983 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Columbian Lawyers Association of Nassau CountyMember
1982 - Present
New York Social Security Bar AssociationPast President 1982-84 (Founding President)
1980 - Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Judicial Screening Committee (06-08)Member
1979 - Present
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' RepresentativesPast President, 1998-9
1978 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
1976 - Present
New York State Workers Compensation Bar AssociationMember
1976 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember & Lecturer
WGBB 1240 AM radio
Host of “Labor Lines”
Suffolk County Charter Revision Committee
Zoning Board of Appeals in the Village of Lake Grove
Chair
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Board Member
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Board Member
Social Security Section of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Founding Member
New York Injured Workers’ Bar Association (IWBA)
Lecturer
Cornell School of Industrial and Labor Relations
Lecturer
Practising Law Institute
Lecturer/Writer
Education
1975
Brooklyn Law School
JD
1972
Hofstra University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2008
Workers' Compensation Update in New York
Workers' Compensation
2008
Handling the Social Security Disability Case
Social Security Disability
2007
Workers' Compensation Fraud - A Conundrum
Workers Compensation, New 2007 Anti Fraud Legislation
2007
Willis Re Workers Compensation Conference 2007
World Trade Center Claims Settlements, What Risks Should Carriers Anticipate?
2007
Shop Steward Seminar
Effect of the New Workers' Compensation Reforms
2007
Shop Steward Meeting
Effect of the New Workers' Compensation Reforms
2007
Intercollegiate Broadcasting Symposium
Special Event Broadcasting
2007
How Accountants Must Now Advise Clients, Post 2007 Workers' Comp Fraud Legislative Changes
Workers' Compensation Fraud Amendments - What Accountants Need to Know
2007
Continuing Legal Education Weekend
Workers Compensation Law 2007 Amendments
2007
AFL-CIO Workers' Compensation Navigators' Program
Workers' Compensation
2007
Advanced Workers' Compensation in New York
Workers Compensation
2000
Spring Conference: National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Understanding Earnings Records
2000
SHRM Conference 2000
Workers' Compensation, Emerging Trends
1999
Labor & Community, Building a Common Future Conference
Law and the Media
1999
Fall Conference: National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Early Preparation is the Key
1998
Spring Conference: National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Handling Initial Application Cases
1998
Spring Conference: National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Real World Ethics
1998
Fall Conference:National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Filing New Application while an Appeal is Pending
1998
Fall Conference: National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Real World Ethics
1997
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Computing Workers' Compensation Offsets
1995
Handling the Social Security Disability Case - 1995 Update
Social Security Disability
1995
Fall Conference: National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Real World Ethics
1994
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Computing Workers Compensation Offsets
1988
Handling the Social Security Disability Case - 1988 Update
Social Security Disability
1983
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
SSI Offset and Equal Access to Justice Act
1983
Handling the Social Security Disability Case
Social Security Disability
Languages
English
Activity
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