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Joseph P. Awad

Silberstein Awad & Miklos, P.C.
600 Old Country Road
Suite 412
Garden City, NY 11530
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Phone: (516) 832-7777 | Fax: (516) 832-7787
http://www.ask4sam.net

Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Attorneys

Types of Cases
Qualifications
Work History
Personality & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Personal Injury

Preferred New Clients

Medical Malpractice, Cancer Malpractice, Heart Attack Malpractice, Stroke Malpractice, and Personal Injury.

Sub-Topics

Accidents & Personal Injury

Construction Site Injuries
Jones Act
Slip & Fall

Car Accident

Auto Accident
Whiplash

Dangerous Property

Intentional Injuries

Assault & Battery
Child Abuse
Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
Domestic Violence
Police Misconduct
Sexual Assault

Mass Accidents

Airplanes
Buildings
Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
Ships & Boats

Medical Malpractice

Anesthesia Malpractice
Birth Injuries and Defects
Cosmetic Surgery
Dental Malpractice
Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
Emergency Room Errors
HMO Managed Case
Lasik Eye Surgery
Medication Malpractice
Nursing Home Negligence
Optometry Malpractice
Prescription/Drug Malpractice
Psychiatric Malpractice
Spinal Cord Injury
Surgical Errors
Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis

Motorcycle Accident

Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Product Liability

Design Defects
Manufacturing Defects

Professional Malpractice

Religious Malpractice

Serious/Catastrophic Injuries

Amputation
Birth Injury
Burn Injury
Head/Brain Injury
Paralysis

Toxic Tort

Chemicals & Cosmetics
Dangerous Drugs & Products
Hazardous Waste
Medical Products & Devices
Mesothelioma
Pesticides
Radiation & Electromagnetic Energy
Tobacco
Toxic Mold

Truck Accident

Wrongful Death

Bar Admissions

NY, Jan 1982
Bar Number: 2268209

Specialty Certifications

• Board Certified Trial Attorney by National Board of Trial Advocacy, an American Bar Association Accredited Organization

Other Court Admissions

New York State, Southern and Eastern District

Association Memberships

• American Bar Association
• New York State Bar Association
• New York State Trial Lawyers Association
• Association of Trial Lawyers of America
• American Association for Justice
• National Crime Victim Bar Association

Continuing Education

I provide free legal seminars at a community-based organization located in Queens County.

Papers and Publications

Papers Presented:
"Preliminary Conference Negotiations and The Law"
"Construction Site Accidents and Federal Jurisdiction"
"Daubert, Frye, Expert Witness Testimony in NYS Supreme Court"

Example Cases

• Dowd v. City of New York, 40 A.D.3d 908 (2nd Dept., 2007)
• Spano v. Bertocci, 22 A.D.3d 828 (2nd Dept., 2005)

Education

School:

Albany Law School of Union University

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

City:

Albany

State:

Year:

1981

Honors:

Albany Law School Merit Scholarship

School:

State University of New York at Binghampton

Degree:

Bachelor of Arts

City:

Binghampton

State:

Year:

1976

Honors:

Outstanding Academic Achievement Award

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

New York

Firm Focus and History

Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. is a medical malpractice and personal injury law firm that handles cases involving medical malpractice, personal injury, municipal liability, construction site and work place injury, premises liability, car and highway liability and product liability.

Incorporated in 1981, Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. has been serving clients throughout New York City's five boroughs and Long Island for over 25 years.

Previous Employment Summary

Senior Partner: Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. (inc. 1981)

Activities and Awards

AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Immediate Past President, New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Directors, New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Chair, Medical Malpractice Committee, New York State Trial Lawyers, Board of Governors, Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Trial Lawyer Representative, New York State Governor's Medical Malpractice Task Force.

Nationally Certified Preeminent Lawyers (Recognized for the highest level of legal ability and standards of ethics and reliability)

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I believe it is extremely important for everyone to know and understand their rights under the law and I encourage clients to ask any and all questions they may have regarding their legal matters.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I am always willing to review client documents and encourage clients to stay involved in their case.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

When it comes to medical malpractice and serious personal injury matters, it is important to be represented by an attorney with extensive experience in this type of law. I have been helping clients for over 30 years with these matters and dedicate myself to each client's case.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

As a personal injury and medical malpractice attorney serving New York City and Long Island, I am able to help those injured by negligence and improve the quality of life for all New Yorkers by raising safety standards.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

Coming from a blue collar family, I lead the firm by insisting on an honest and ethical approach to the practice of law. I treat each individual client with respect and kindness throughout the duration of their case.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

Practicing medical malpractice and personal injury law allows me to fight for clients and their families against those who have caused them harm. By doing this, I can help recover significant amounts of money for my clients at their time of need.

What do you like best about your career?

Helping those who have been hurt by the negligence of others and providing justice for these harms and losses.

Tell us about your law firm:

The staff at Silberstein, Awad & Miklos puts forth their best efforts to make sure our clients are informed about their case and we work diligently for the benefit of each client.

What are your strengths and style?

I have been recognized as a successful trial and appellate attorney by clients and peers alike. Elected President of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association for the 2006-2007 term and Governor of the American Association for Justice, I head my team of attorneys by setting an example of leadership. I have also received the highest rating for legal and ethical standards (AV) by Martindale-Hubbell, earning myself a spot in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.

Personal Interests:

I, along with my family and members of the firm, enjoy spending time volunteering at community-based organizations, including the Dominican American Association in Queens County. Volunteer work includes free legal services, educational seminars and assisting in the enrollment of citizens as voters.

Fax

(516) 832-7787

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

Spanish and Greek

Additional Offices

New York Office
140 Broadway
46th Floor
New York, NY 10005

Hauppauge Office
150 Motor Parkway
Hauppauge, NY 11788

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

We offer free consultations and only get paid if our client collects money.

Hourly Rates

Not applicable.

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes.

Typical Retainer