Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
• Wrongful Death
  Our dangerous drug attorneys represent New York and clients nationwide who were injured while taking certain medications and fight to recover compensation for these individuals. We also file wrongful death claims for personal representatives on behalf of patients killed by dangerous drugs.
• Hit and Run
  To win a vehicle accident claim, one must usually collect evidence after the accident utilizing modern devices like red-light security camera footage, nearby building security camera video and electronic on-board devices (for truck accidents) in addition to witness statements and accident scene photographs. For those trying to locate a hit-and-run driver, these evidence types are especially important.  Here are some helpful tips to win your vehicle accident case.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  Steven Gacovino is admitted to practice law in the Federal District Courts of New York and Connecticut. His areas of practice include personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, will and estates and real estate law. Steven Gacovino remains active in the legal community and is a member of the following professional organizations...
• Premises Liability
  Personal injuries occur in a variety of ways. The laws that apply in a premises liability claim differ from the ones in a product defect claim. Car accident claims and wrongful death claims have their own laws, as well. For this reason, you need to choose an attorney who has experience handling a number of personal injury files, including files similar to yours. You can ask them about similar claims during your initial consultation, or search their website for settlements or verdicts in a similar case if available.
• Property Damage
  That means, for instance, if a police officer is chasing down a suspect and sideswipes your vehicle during the pursuit, you may not be able to sue the police department for your injuries or property damage.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  The personal injury lawyers at Gacovino, Lake & Associates, P.C., stand against bullying in Long Island schools. We want to see you and your child free from the physical, mental, and emotional trauma bullies can cause. If your child faces harassment at school each day and school officials have ignored your plea for intervention, call our office at 800-550-0000 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation about your child’s bullying case.
• Medical Malpractice
  Our attorneys recognize that it is only human nature to make mistakes. But when these errors lead to further costly medical bills or even death, we will advocate on behalf of the affected party and their family to secure adequate compensation in New York. A medical malpractice lawyer can help you pursue fair compensation for your damages.
• Auto Accidents

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
• Wills