Construction Accidents
Representing workers injured in falls, scaffold and ladder accidents, and other dangerous construction-site incidents, including claims under New York’s worker-safety laws.
New York Personal Injury Attorney
Matthew
Voelpel.
Meticulous preparation. Determined advocacy. Personal attention when the stakes are highest.
Contact MatthewFree consultationsContact us 24/7No attorney’s fee unless we win
Partner at Valdebenito & Voelpel, P.C.
Nearly 50 years of firm experience
“Serious injuries deserve serious preparation.”
As a firm, Valdebenito & Voelpel brings nearly five decades of personal injury experience to every case. Matthew combines the firm’s institutional knowledge with focused, hands-on attention for every client.
Areas of practice
Focused experience in serious injury litigation.
Medical Malpractice
Representing patients and families harmed by preventable medical errors, delayed diagnoses, and departures from accepted standards of care.
Premises Liability
Pursuing accountability when unsafe property conditions cause serious and preventable harm.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Representing people injured by negligent drivers in car, truck, pedestrian, and other roadway collisions.
Dog Bites
Pursuing claims for serious injuries caused by dangerous dogs, including scarring, nerve damage, and lasting emotional harm.
Wrongful Death
Guiding families through consequential claims with care, preparation, and determined advocacy.
Recent victories
Results built through preparation.
$30M+in recent recoveries
$2,000,000Settlement
Foundation Work Accident
A construction worker was leveling a foundation when a coworker unexpectedly dumped a truckload of dirt onto him. Despite a six-month delay before his first medical treatment, the case resolved for $2 million.
$1,900,000Settlement
Concrete Buggy Accident
A concrete-filled buggy slid backward as a worker pushed it uphill, pinning him against a wall and causing a spinal fracture.
$1,900,000Settlement
Scaffold and Table Saw Injury
A scaffold fell onto a construction worker while he was using a table saw, causing multiple hand lacerations that required surgery.
$1,700,000Recovery
Unguarded Scaffold Fall
A construction worker suffered lower-back injuries after falling from a scaffold that lacked appropriate guardrails.
$1,650,000Settlement on the Eve of Trial
A-Frame Ladder Fall
A construction worker sustained neck and back injuries when the A-frame ladder beneath him shifted and caused him to fall.
$1,400,000Recovery
Unsecured Extension Ladder
An unsecured extension ladder shifted as a worker descended, causing a 10-foot fall and a serious wrist injury.
$1,175,000Settlement
Snow and Ice Premises Case
A man was injured after slipping on ice left between parked cars by negligent snow-plowing practices.
$950,000Recovery
Parking Lot Exit Collision
An older woman sustained neck and back injuries when a vehicle exiting a parking lot struck her as she rode a small motorcycle on the sidewalk.
$800,000Settlement
Wrongful Death Claim
A substantial recovery secured for a family in a highly contested wrongful death matter.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances.
Firm experience
nearly five decades
About Matthew
Prepared for the details. Present for the client.
Matthew Voelpel is a partner at Valdebenito & Voelpel, P.C., a New York–based personal injury law firm representing individuals and families who have been seriously injured due to negligence.
His practice focuses on construction accidents, Labor Law §§ 240(1) and 241(6) claims, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and dog-bite cases. Matthew is known for his meticulous case preparation, aggressive advocacy, and hands-on approach with clients. He is committed to maximizing recovery for those harmed by unsafe conditions and careless conduct.
EducationHofstra Law School, J.D., 2010
Former clients
What clients say about working with Matthew.
“Matt’s knowledge and attention to detail were impressive, but it was his hard work and compassion that made the biggest difference. He never rushed me and always made me feel like my case and my well-being mattered to him.”
“What stood out most was Matt’s ability to explain everything to me and help me understand what was going on the entire time. He always seemed intent on getting me justice for everything I went through. Highly highly recommend.”
“I couldn’t be happier with how my case went. I was informed every step of the way and ended up getting more money for my injuries than I ever could have hoped. I will never stop recommending Mr. Voelpel for personal injury cases.”
Testimonials reflect the experiences of individual former clients. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Attorney referrals
A trusted New York personal-injury referral partner.
New York and out-of-state referrals welcomed
Attorneys in New York and across the country turn to Valdebenito & Voelpel when a client has a serious personal-injury matter that calls for an experienced New York litigation firm.
A resource beyond your practice area.
Attorneys who practice real estate, criminal, matrimonial, trusts and estates, immigration, corporate law, and other areas regularly refer their clients’ injury matters to us. We can accept the full referral or discuss an appropriate co-counsel relationship while protecting the referring attorney’s client relationship.
Experienced counsel for the New York case.
When an accident occurred here, a New York defendant is involved, or a claim must be litigated in New York courts, our firm can evaluate the matter and take responsibility for the New York litigation while keeping referring counsel appropriately informed.
Referring counsel can expect careful preparation, direct communication, appropriate case updates, and respect for the existing client relationship—backed by nearly five decades of firm personal-injury experience and more than $30 million in recent recoveries.
Participation and referral fees are paid where permitted by New York law, the professional rules applicable to all participating attorneys, and the client’s informed written consent, subject to all other ethical requirements.
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Phone(516) 750-4848Emailmvoelpel@clvlaw.comOfficeValdebenito & Voelpel, P.C.
250 Fulton Avenue, Suite 515
Hempstead, NY 11550
250 Fulton Avenue, Suite 515
Hempstead, NY 11550