About Andrew Finkelstein
Andrew Finkelstein serves as the Managing Partner of Finkelstein & Partners, based in Middletown, New York. His work as a consumer activist is marked by his dedication to representing injured individuals against corporate wrongdoers and negligent parties. As a skilled litigator, he has successfully advocated for plaintiffs in wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury cases involving defective drugs, dangerous products, and various accident types, including automobile, bus, motorcycle, dog bites, and aviation incidents.
Mr. Finkelstein has achieved notable success in securing multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients. His accomplishments include a $9 million settlement for catastrophic injuries from a construction accident, $3.5 million for car accident injuries, $4.5 million for significant injuries in a truck accident, $3.45 million for a pedestrian knockdown, and $2.25 million for injuries due to a defective seat belt.
He has also secured $2.5 million in a defective products case, $2 million for injuries from a faulty guardrail, and $5.5 million for catastrophic car accident injuries. In addition to his litigation work, Mr. Finkelstein frequently lectures at Continuing Legal Education courses on topics such as "Science in the Courtroom," "Technology in the Courtroom," "Prosecution of a Pharmaceutical Case," "The Ethics of Online Advertising," and "Structured Settlements and Personal Injury Settlements."
Committed to community engagement, he presents the "Commit to Quit Texting While Driving" seminar to high school students. Mr. Finkelstein also contributed as Captain of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, providing pro bono services through "Lawyers Care." Under his leadership, Finkelstein & Partners secured over $10 million for victims while waiving all legal fees.
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 types of cases does Andrew Finkelstein handle?
Andrew Finkelstein handles cases involving wrongful death, catastrophic personal injury, defective drugs, dangerous products, and various accidents.
What are some of Andrew Finkelstein's notable case results?
He has secured multi-million dollar settlements, including $9 million for a construction accident and $5.5 million for a car accident.
Does Andrew Finkelstein offer educational seminars?
Yes, he frequently lectures on topics like 'Science in the Courtroom' and 'Technology in the Courtroom' at Continuing Legal Education courses.
How does Andrew Finkelstein contribute to community safety?
He presents the 'Commit to Quit Texting While Driving' seminar to high school students.
What pro bono work has Andrew Finkelstein done?
He served as Captain of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, providing pro bono services through 'Lawyers Care.'
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Andrew Finkelstein 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 Andrew for a free case review



