Summer Accident Rates Rise on Long Island as Winkler Kurtz LLP Stresses Timely Legal Counsel
Port Jefferson Station, United States – July 23, 2026 / Winkler Kurtz LLP – Long Island Lawyers /
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY — July 2026 — As summer brings increased traffic, construction activity, and outdoor recreation across Long Island, Winkler Kurtz LLP is urging accident victims throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties to understand their legal rights before accepting insurance settlements.
Summer months consistently produce a spike in motor vehicle collisions, construction site incidents, and pedestrian accidents across the region. Higher traffic volumes on the Long Island Expressway, Route 25A, and local roadways — combined with seasonal construction projects and increased foot traffic in commercial areas — create conditions that lead to a sharp rise in preventable injuries.
“Many accident victims make the mistake of speaking directly with an insurance adjuster before consulting an attorney,” said a spokesperson for the firm. “Insurance companies are trained to minimize payouts. Having experienced legal counsel review the facts of your case before you sign anything can make a significant difference in the compensation you ultimately receive.”
The attorneys at Winkler Kurtz LLP handle a broad range of personal injury matters, including car and truck accidents, motorcycle collisions, construction site injuries, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death claims. The firm prepares every case as though it will go to trial, a strategy that strengthens negotiations and produces stronger outcomes at the settlement table.
New York’s three-year statute of limitations on most personal injury claims gives injured individuals a limited window to take legal action. Winkler Kurtz LLP offers free initial consultations and operates on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients owe no legal fees unless the firm secures a recovery on their behalf.
Founded in 1987, the firm has represented injured Long Islanders for nearly four decades. Multiple attorneys at Winkler Kurtz LLP have earned Super Lawyers recognition — a distinction awarded to fewer than five percent of attorneys in the New York Metro area. The firm also holds BBB A+ Accreditation.
About Winkler Kurtz LLP
Founded in 1987, Winkler Kurtz LLP has served Long Island families and individuals for nearly four decades. The firm’s attorneys concentrate in personal injury, medical malpractice, divorce and family law, matrimonial mediation, elder law, and estate planning. Located at 1201 Route 112, Suite 200 in Port Jefferson Station, NY, Winkler Kurtz LLP provides free consultations and handles all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis.
Contact Information:
Winkler Kurtz LLP – Long Island Lawyers
1201 NY-112
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
United States
Richard Winkler
11631928800
https://www.winklerkurtz.com
