30+ Years
Legal Experience
About Scott L. Silver
Scott L. Silver has dedicated his legal career to the practice of securities and financial services law. He focuses on securities arbitration, litigation, and plaintiff-side class action litigation, advocating for individual investors and institutions against brokerage firms, investment advisors, commodities firms, hedge funds, and more. Additionally, Scott routinely acts as counsel for receivers and trustees in efforts to recover investor losses from Ponzi schemes.
Scott possesses extensive arbitration experience with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the National Futures Association (NFA), and the American Arbitration Association (AAA). His efforts have resulted in the recovery of millions of dollars for wronged investors through both arbitration and court proceedings. He has represented clients not only across the United States but also in regions such as Europe, South America, and Israel.
As a frequent lecturer and author, Scott shares his expertise on securities and investment fraud. He has delivered lectures at the University of Miami School of Law, Albany Law School’s Securities Arbitration Clinic, and numerous securities arbitration seminars, bar conferences, and industry meetings. Scott regularly contributes to various publications and has written extensively on topics related to investors and the arbitration process. Notably, in 2011, he authored a primer on SEC Whistleblower incentives, published in the PIABA Bar Journal.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
New York Car Accident Laws
Understanding New York's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$10K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
No-Fault
Your own insurance covers injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott L. Silver's area of legal expertise?
Scott L. Silver specializes in securities arbitration, litigation, and class action litigation.
Has Scott L. Silver recovered losses for investors?
Yes, Scott L. Silver has recovered millions of dollars for investors through arbitration and court proceedings.
Where has Scott L. Silver represented clients?
Scott L. Silver has represented clients across the United States and internationally, including in Europe, South America, and Israel.
Does Scott L. Silver contribute to legal publications?
Yes, he frequently contributes to various publications and has authored numerous articles on securities and investment fraud.
What notable work has Scott L. Silver published?
In 2011, he authored a primer on SEC Whistleblower incentives for the PIABA Bar Journal.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Scott L. Silver for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Scott for a free case review



