Practice Areas

• Construction Accident
• Railroad Accidents
• Maritime Law
• Premises Liability
• Employer Retaliation - Whistleblower Claims

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Construction Accident

• New York Construction Accident Lawyer Helps Get Victims Fair Crane Recoveries

Railroad Accidents

• What to Do if You’re Hurt by a Tired Coworker on a New York Train

Maritime Law

• Are Icebergs Still an Accident Risk for New York Maritime Workers?

Premises Liability

• How to Use Your Cell Phone to Help You After a New York Slip and Fall

General

• THE NATIONAL 9/11 MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM MESS - SAD TRIBUTE TO THOSE WORKERS WHO SACRIFICED SO MUCH TO MAKE A REALITY OUT OF DISASTER

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News

Master of New York Based Tug Boat Reported Missing to U.S. Coast Guard...
Posted on 5/18/2012

Fisherman Suffers Head Injury on Clam Boat Off New Jersey Coast...
Posted on 5/9/2012

Maritime Law Association Presentation by Paul Hofmann...
Posted on 5/9/2012

New York City Crane Construction Accident Kills One and Injures Four...
Posted on 5/3/2012

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Library

Construction Accident

• New York Construction Accident Lawyer: Common Issues in Crane Accidents You Need to Know
• New Jersey Construction Lawyer Warns of Emotional Injuries After Construction Accidents

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Railroad Accidents

• Sleepiness May Cause Significant Dangers for New York Train Workers
• Railroad Fire Statistics Every New York Train Worker Should Know

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Maritime Law

• New York Maritime Safety as Important Now as in the Days After Titanic
• Could the Death on the High Seas Act Help My Family? Learn What a New York Maritime Attorney Has to Say

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Premises Liability

• How New York Slip and Fall Cases Are Settled Quickly
• What Your New York Slip and Fall Lawyer Wants You to Know about Hotel Dangers

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Hofmann & Schweitzer New Investigations

• Fisherman sucked into net reel on a fishing vessel
• Hofmann & Schweitzer New Investigations

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General

• SOCIAL NETWORK POSTINGS

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Paul T. Hofman. Welcome to Hofmann & Schweitzer

Paul T. Hofmann is a nationally recognized trial attorney specializing in representation of individual claimants in tort litigation. with special emphasis on maritime, railroad and construction worker claims. In over 30 years of practice, he has been involved in hundreds of wrongful death and personal injury suits, with scores of jury verdicts. In so doing, he has represented clients making new, and important additions to the body of maritime, construction and railroad law through many published decisions. Paul is a current member of AAJ and former Admiralty Section Chairman.

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Video Library

Construction Accident:

• Edward G. Testimonial
• Ken M. $1,057,500 Recovery for Construction Worker Knee Injury

Maritime Law:

• Barge Site Inspection

General:

• Paul T. Hofman. Welcome to Hofmann & Schweitzer
• Flash for Hofmann Law Firm

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FAQ

Construction Accident

• I was doing work near a crane when something fell off and hit me, causing me to suffer a significant injury. I was not part of the crane operation. Should I contact a New York construction accident attorney for help?
• I'm a strong guy. Why did post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occur after my construction accident and how can a New Jersey construction lawyer help me?
• My husband was critically injured in a construction accident. What will happen if he dies? Will I need a New York construction accident lawyer?

Railroad Accidents

• How common is it to be hit by a New York City subway, and should I contact a New York FELA lawyer if I am injured or a loved one is killed in a New York City subway accident?
• I had a bad experience with an attorney I used for another matter. Why should I call a New York FELA attorney if I'm hurt in a railroad work accident?
• I worked on the railroad and I was hurt in a work accident. Ive heard that I may contact a New York railroad lawyer and pursue a claim, but how will I support myself until the claim is settled? Would I be better off taking a quick settlement?

Maritime Law

• Could I be injured if my employer does not heed the warnings of the International Ice Patrol? If I am injured should I contact a New York maritime attorney?
• My husband was killed in port and not on the high seas. If the Death on the High Seas Act doesn’t apply to my family is there any reason to contact a New York maritime attorney?
• Ive been injured on a cruise. How long do I have to file a lawsuit and when should I contact a New York maritime attorney?

Premises Liability

• Is it important for me to get medical care after a New York fall?
• Is there anything I can do if I notice a dangerous condition at my New York City hotel?
• How Common are Drowning Deaths? Do I Need a New York Slip and Fall Lawyer if My Child Has Died in a Pool Accident?

General

• What Penalties Does My Employer Face for Not Complying with OSHA Construction Safety Standards?

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