David H. Perecman

Prominent New York City Personal Injury Lawyer For over 40 years, David Perecman has been a leading figure in personal injury law in New York City, specializing in cases involving construction accidents, premises liability, auto accidents, and medical malpractice. As the founder of The Perecman Firm, P.L.L.C., established in 1983, he has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients and built a firm recognized by U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms in America for eight consecutive years. David’s reputation as an advocate began with a landmark case against Gimbels department store, where he won a significant settlement for a falsely detained elderly woman. This case set the tone for his career of relentless advocacy, taking dozens of cases to verdict and settling many mid-trial, including a recent $15 million verdict for a construction worker. His success stems from thorough preparation, exceptional litigation skills, and a fierce dedication to his clients. An active member of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA), David has served on its executive and nominating committees and led the organization’s construction accident committee from 2005 to 2013. David’s contributions extend to appellate work, with multiple groundbreaking decisions that continue to set precedents in construction, premises security, and medical malpractice law. He has also gained national attention as a commentator on cases featured on Court TV, ABC, NBC, and more, including high-profile cases such as the disappearance of autistic teen Avonte Oquendo. David holds numerous professional honors, including membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and The National Law Journal's Hall of Fame, and is consistently rated "Superb" by AVVO. A 1978 graduate of Brooklyn Law School, he is admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court, New York State, and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.