New York Personal Injury Attorney Blog

Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. is proud to announce that several of the firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. These prestigious recognitions reflect the firm’s commitment to advocating for plaintiffs in high-stakes personal…

We are honored to be featured in the New York Post in celebration of a milestone that reflects the heart of our firm’s mission: 100 years of fighting for justice, pushing legal boundaries, and protecting the rights of those we serve. In the article, the Post highlights some of the landmark legal battles that helped…

On May 17, 2025, the Mexican Navy training ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two crew member deaths and 22 injuries, 11 critical. The New York Times and other sources reported that the 297-foot vessel, carrying 277 people on a goodwill tour, lost power around 8:20 p.m. while departing Pier 17, causing…

Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. offers a detailed perspective on the legal and technical intricacies of this incident, informed by preliminary findings and statements from the National Transportation Safety Board’s press conference held on April 13, 2025. This analysis underscores the profound implications of such events, particularly in the context of wrongful…

By Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C. April 16, 2025 The tragic crash of a Bell 206L-4 LongRanger helicopter into the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, which claimed the lives of six individuals during a sightseeing tour operated by New York Helicopter Tours, has taken a significant turn. On April 14, 2025,…