When you’ve been injured in an accident in New York, choosing the right attorney can make the difference between a minimal payout and a life-changing settlement.
At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, P.C., our approach to personal injury law is unique: before representing accident victims, Keith Silverstein spent 25 years defending personal injury cases for insurance companies and large corporations. That experience on the “other side” gives us an insider’s perspective on how defense teams think, strategize, and attempt to minimize victim compensation.
Today, we use that knowledge to level the playing field—ensuring our clients get the justice and financial recovery they truly deserve.
Why Defense-Side Experience Matters in Personal Injury Cases
Most accident victims don’t realize how many resources insurance companies invest in fighting claims. Defense attorneys are trained to:
- Discredit injured victims by questioning medical evidence
- Downplay damages by minimizing pain, suffering, or loss of income
- Delay settlements in hopes victims will give in and accept less
- Shift blame back onto the injured person
Because Keith Silverstein spent decades leading these very defense strategies, he understands exactly how they’re built—and more importantly, how to tear them apart in court or negotiations.
- Anticipating Defense Tactics Before They Happen
- Weak points in medical records
- Witness inconsistencies
- Prior injuries or pre-existing conditions
- Any opportunity to claim “comparative negligence”
- Negotiating Stronger Settlements with Insurance Companies
- Calculate fair settlement values accurately
- Reject “lowball” offers with authority
- Push insurance companies to negotiate seriously
- Building Trial Strategies the Defense Can’t Outsmart
- Anticipate their cross-examinations
- Preemptively strengthen witness testimony
- Present medical and accident evidence in ways that are hard to discredit
- Build compelling narratives that connect with juries
- Real Case Example: $4.25 Million Construction Injury Settlement
- Without understanding defense strategies, this outcome may have looked very different
- Compassionate client service (always responsive, always supportive)
- Aggressive legal strategy (built on insider knowledge)
- Proven results (multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements)
- FAQs: Defense-Side Experience & Your Case
When an accident case begins, the defense often looks for:
Our firm knows these tactics in advance. Instead of being caught off guard, we prepare clients and evidence proactively. This allows us to strengthen cases before the defense can exploit weaknesses.
Insurance companies don’t want trial risk—they want to settle for as little as possible. But when they know the opposing attorney has 25 years of defense insight, they recognize they can’t push for low offers without being challenged.
Our insider knowledge helps us:
This often leads to larger pre-trial settlements, saving clients time while maximizing compensation.
Not all cases settle. Some must go to trial. That’s when defense-side knowledge becomes even more powerful.
Because we understand how defense attorneys plan courtroom strategies, we can:
The result? Bigger verdicts for accident victims who need financial security after devastating injuries.
One example of this advantage:
A construction worker suffered a serious neck injury when struck by a poorly maintained fence. The defense tried to argue liability was limited, but our firm countered those tactics effectively.
The result? A $4.25 million settlement that ensured our client had financial stability for medical treatment, recovery, and lost wages.
Without understanding defense strategies, this outcome may have looked very different.
At Keith D. Silverstein & Associates, it’s not just about legal strategy. It’s about standing beside injured New Yorkers as family. We combine:
This powerful combination is why so many clients trust us after life-changing accidents.
Q: Does defense experience really make a difference in my case?
Yes. Understanding the opposition’s playbook allows us to counter every move, making your case stronger from day one.
Q: What if my case seems too small for a big firm?
Every injured person matters. Whether your case is large or moderate, we apply the same insider advantage to maximize your outcome.
Q: How much does it cost to hire you?
Conclusion
If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, motor vehicle crash, or premises liability incident in New York, don’t face the system alone. With over **35 years of experience—25 of those spent defending insurers—**Keith D. Silverstein & Associates gives you the edge you need to win bigger settlements and verdicts.
Call us today for a free consultation. Let our experience on the defense side become your most powerful advantage as a victim.
