Pazer Epstein Jaffe Fein & Gozenput, P.C.

09/01/2026

NYC Strengthens Legionnaires’ Disease Safety Measures

Following a tragic Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on Manhattan’s Upper East Side that sickened 94 people and claimed 11 lives, NYC is strengthening cooling-tower oversight and enforcement. The new measures aim to improve safety monitoring and help prevent future outbreaks. Strong prevention and maintenance measures are essential to protecting public health.

The 11 deaths top the total number of deaths in a similar outbreak in Harlem in 2025, when seven people lost their lives.

08/27/2026

Pazer Epstein Jaffe Fein & Gozenput, P.C. is proud to announce a $1,750,000 recovery on behalf of a 63-year-old electrician who suffered serious injuries after being struck by a forklift while performing electrical work at a construction site.

The forklift, operated by an employee of the defendants during the course of his employment, struck our client and caused severe injuries to his foot, including multiple fractures. The injuries required extensive medical treatment and had a lasting impact on both his ability to work and his quality of life.

The case was vigorously litigated through discovery and underwent substantial trial preparation. Partner Eugene Gozenput was fully prepared to present the case at trial, demonstrating our commitment to pursuing the best possible outcome for our client. Approximately one month before the scheduled trial date, he secured a $1,750,000 settlement at mediation.

We are honored to have stood by our client every step of the way.

08/25/2026

Brake Safety Week Is Underway | August 23–29

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Brake Safety Week is underway across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with a focus on commercial vehicle brake safety and inspections. This year, inspectors are paying particular attention to brake drums and rotors to help identify issues that could compromise stopping power. We support Brake Safety Week and the many safety initiatives in place to help make New York roads safer for everyone.

https://cvsa.org/news/2026-bsw-underway/

08/21/2026

Could NYC Delivery Rules Make Our Streets Safer?

Delivery workers are on NYC streets every day, often under pressure to meet tight deadlines. A new proposal could hold companies like Amazon more accountable for delivery workers' safety—and the safety of everyone sharing the road. Read more about what’s being proposed and what it could mean for New Yorkers.

A proposed law would change how Amazon and other delivery giants operate last-mile facilities.

08/18/2026

A huge thank you to our client for the amazing 5-star Google review! Your trust and kind words mean so much to us.

Read the full review below:

"After sustaining injuries that required years of medical visits, procedures and surgeries, loss of employment and completely changed the course of my life, I went to Pazer Epstein Jaffe & Fein. They guided me through every step of the way and helped me to finally be able to put that very traumatic time in my life behind me and start fresh. Forever grateful to Eugene and everyone at Pazer Epstein Jaffe & Fein and I would highly recommend them to anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation!"- DT

08/11/2026

OSHA Safe + Sound Week | August 10–16

Safe + Sound Week promotes workplace safety and health programs designed to prevent injuries, illnesses, and hazards on the job. We fully support this important initiative and the effort to create safer workplaces for everyone. Employers and managers are encouraged to identify risks, strengthen safety practices, and make safety a priority.

08/10/2026

1 CONSTRUCTION WORKER KILLED, 2 INJURED IN NESCONSET CRASH

Sadly, one construction worker has died and two others were injured after being struck by a vehicle while working on a paving project in Nesconset this morning. The workers were contractors working for Suffolk County when the crash occurred, and authorities continue to investigate. This tragic accident is a reminder of how dangerous road construction zones can be and how important it is for drivers to slow down, stay alert, and give workers plenty of space.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family of the worker who lost his life, and our thoughts are with the two injured workers as they recover.

The crash happened at the intersection of Townline and Terry roads around 6:43 a.m.

08/07/2026

$5,510,000 LABOR LAW SETTLEMENT

Pazer Epstein Jaffe Fein & Gozenput, P.C. is proud to announce a $5,510,000 recovery on behalf of a worker who suffered significant head and spine injuries while performing repairs in the shipping and receiving area of a building.

Our client was injured when a heavy steel plate fell and struck him in the head. His injuries required multiple surgeries and ultimately left him unable to return to his previous work.

The case was brought under New York Labor Law 240(1), which provides important protections for workers injured by elevation-related hazards, including falling objects. Liability was heavily contested, with the defendants seeking dismissal by arguing that our client's work was not an activity covered by the statute.

After years of discovery, the firm engaged in extensive motion practice seeking to hold the defendants fully liable. While those motions were pending, partners Michael Jaffe and Matthew Fein successfully mediated the case, securing a $5,510,000 settlement on behalf of our client.

We are incredibly proud of the work our team put into achieving this result and, above all, honored to have stood by our client throughout this difficult journey.

08/03/2026

Summer Construction Hazards Putting NYC Workers at Risk

Summer heat doesn’t just make construction work uncomfortable—it can make an already dangerous job even more hazardous. Extreme temperatures, fatigue, overheated equipment, and sudden storms can contribute to falls, equipment accidents, burns, and other serious injuries on NYC job sites. Learn about the summer construction hazards workers face and what employers should be doing to keep them safe:

Extreme heat, sudden storms, and equipment failures make NYC construction sites especially dangerous in summer. Learn the risks and workers’ rights.

07/29/2026

We are proud to share that partners Michael Jaffe, Matthew Fein, and Eugene Gozenput have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for their work in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs.

Michael has earned this distinction for eleven consecutive years, Matthew for seven, and Eugene for six—a continued testament to their reputation, dedication, and results as trial attorneys. Best Lawyers® is widely regarded as one of the legal profession's most respected peer-reviewed publications.

Congratulations to Michael, Matt, and Eugene on this well-deserved recognition and for continuing to uphold the highest standards of advocacy for their clients.