Biography

 ProfileGary Abelson has spent his entire career concentrating his practice in all aspects of insurance litigation, representing carriers and their insureds in all types of matters. In recent years, Gary has focused on catastrophic injury cases including traumatic brain injuries as a result of automobile accidents and industrial accidents. In addition, Gary has also been involved in significant lead paint litigation representing landlords in claims of exposure of children to lead at rental properties.

Representative Clients / Matters

Outside counsel to numerous national insurance companies representing their insureds in all types of litigated matters.  Defense of landlords in numerous lead paint lawsuits claiming cognitive and behavioral issues to children throughout Upstate New York.  Representation of hotels, restaurants and sports venues regarding injury claims of patrons.  Defense of catastrophic injury cases involving allegations of traumatic brain injuries as a result of automobile accidents and construction claims. 

Publications / Speaking

"What Is An Elevation-Related Risk In The Wake Of Runner?" The Defendant, The Labor Law Issue, Winter 2014 Presenter, "Understanding & Applying Epidemiology Studies/What Constitutes an Injury," Lead Litigation Conference 2013, Naples, Florida, November 14, 2013  Presenter, "Discovering the Keys to Winning Discovery Techniques," Lead Litigation Conference 2012, New Orleans, October 19, 2012 New York Motor Vehicle Accidents, by James Publishing, Editorial Board, June 2000

Admitted to Practice

New York State and Federal Courts-Northern District, Western District and Eastern District of New York and Central District of Illinois

Education

Syracuse University College of Law, J.D., 1975 Hobart College, B.A., 1972, cum laude

Professional Affiliations

New York State Bar Association Monroe County Bar Association Claims & Litigation Management Alliance, Member

Honors

Martindale-Hubbell “BV” Peer Review Rated for High to Very High Ethical Standards and Legal Ability  Selected by Peer Review for Inclusion in Super Lawyer Directory 2008-2015 for Personal Injury Defense: General, Insurance Coverage, and Personal Injury Defense: Products

 

Education

No information available.

Admissions/Licenses

• Bar Admissions: NY