Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Westchester Personal Injury Lawyers
Grant & Longworth was established in 2007 by Judge Steven P. Grant and former Westchester County Police Commissioner George N. Longworth. Our firm specializes in personal injury law, representing clients in car accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, construction accidents, trucking accidents, and wrongful death cases. We also maintain a robust criminal defense practice and represent law enforcement officers in disciplinary proceedings. Admitted to practice in New York, Connecticut, and Florida, we serve clients across these states with personalized legal strategies. Our attorneys have recovered over $100 million in settlements and verdicts, including landmark cases recognized in the New York Law Journal and Law.com Verdicts Hall of Fame.We prioritize direct client communication, ensuring every client speaks directly with an attorneynot an operatorduring consultations. Our fee structure operates on a contingency basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless we secure compensation. We emphasize transparency, promptly returning all calls and emails while involving clients in every critical decision. With decades of combined experience, our team combines judicial insight and law enforcement expertise to deliver aggressive advocacy. Our track record demonstrates a consistent ability to achieve favorable outcomes in complex personal injury and criminal defense matters.
Services
Car Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Premises Liability
Product Liability
Construction Accidents
Truck Accidents
FELA Injury
Criminal Defense
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer free consultations with experienced attorneys
- Our firm has recovered over $100 million for clients
- You pay nothing unless we secure compensation
- Direct attorney-client communication guaranteed
- Prompt response to all phone calls and emails
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Services
Car Accidents
Our car accident attorneys represent clients in all types of motor vehicle collision cases. We handle claims involving serious injuries, property damage, and wrongful death across multiple states. Our team works with accident reconstruction experts to build strong cases against insurance companies. With over $11 million recovered in a single case, we secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Medical Malpractice
We pursue justice for victims of medical errors and substandard care. Our cases include surgical mistakes, misdiagnoses, birth injuries, and medication errors. With access to top medical experts, we prove negligence and secure compensation for additional treatment costs. Our $9 million verdict in a misdiagnosis case demonstrates our ability to hold healthcare providers accountable for preventable harm.
Construction Accidents
Our firm handles construction site injuries under New York's Scaffold Law and other safety regulations. We represent workers injured by falls, equipment failures, and unsafe conditions. With a $10 million verdict in a crane accident case, we understand how to navigate complex liability issues involving contractors and property owners to maximize client recovery.
Product Liability
We hold manufacturers accountable for dangerous products causing injury. Our cases involve defective vehicles, machinery, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. Through thorough investigation and expert testimony, we prove design flaws, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings. Our track record includes multi-million dollar settlements for clients harmed by unsafe products.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice protects clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges. We handle DUI/DWI, drug offenses, assault, and white-collar crimes. With former law enforcement experience, we challenge evidence and negotiate plea deals when appropriate. Our goal is minimizing penalties and protecting clients' futures through aggressive courtroom representation and strategic legal solutions.
People
Steven P. Grant
Founding Partner
Former judge with 30+ years legal experience specializing in personal injury litigation. Provides unique judicial perspective to case strategy and settlement negotiations while maintaining active trial practice in New York courts.
George N. Longworth
Founding Partner
Former Westchester County Police Commissioner brings law enforcement expertise to personal injury and criminal defense cases. Focuses on accident reconstruction and police misconduct defense with deep understanding of investigative procedures and evidence evaluation.
Sonia M. Tanksley
Of Counsel
Experienced litigator specializing in medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. Former hospital risk management consultant provides unique insight into healthcare provider defense strategies while advocating for injured patients' rights.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury cases including car accidents, medical malpractice, construction accidents, trucking accidents, product liability, and wrongful death. We also handle criminal defense matters.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis—no payment unless we recover compensation. Initial consultations are free with no obligation for all personal injury and criminal defense cases.
Do you handle cases outside Westchester?
Yes, we're licensed in New York, Connecticut, and Florida. Our attorneys regularly handle cases throughout these states with local court knowledge and regional legal networks.
What happens if my case goes to trial?
Our attorneys prepare every case for trial while pursuing maximum settlement. With over $100 million recovered in verdicts, we have proven courtroom success when negotiations fail to meet client goals.
How long will my case take?
Case duration varies by complexity. Most personal injury cases resolve within 12-24 months. We prioritize efficient resolution while ensuring thorough preparation for trial if necessary.
Can I speak directly with an attorney?
Yes, we guarantee direct attorney access—no call centers or assistants. Every client works directly with their assigned attorney throughout the legal process.
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