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The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C.

Focusing on 

Personal Injury, NYS Workers’ Compensation, 

and Residential Real Estate 

Heather M. Nappi

Attorney-at-Law

Thank you for visiting The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, which is located in Stony Point and serves the entire New York metropolitan area and the Hudson Valley. 


Getting into an accident and suffering a serious injury, you may be frightened, worried or confused on what to do next. You may be asking yourself things like---should I seek medical treatment, how am I going to pay my bills, who is responsible to pay my bills, what happens if I cannot return to work, and how do I get compensated for my injuries and my pain and suffering. 

As an experienced personal injury lawyer, I can help you answer all of these questions and more.The special focus of my firm is plaintiff’s personal injury ranging from injuries sustained on the job, in a motor vehicle accident, a slip/trip and fall, or if a loved one suffered injury or death at the hands of a nursing home.  

This area of law has been my main focus throughout my legal career, I have represented clients in three states, Ohio, Michigan, and New York, and I know what it takes to successfully build and pursue your case. If you are looking for thorough and efficient representation, I urge you to contact me for a free consultation about your case.

When you come to me for legal services I will personally handle your case from start to finish and handle your case with the utmost care, no matter how big or how small, and will work vigorously on your behalf to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

To schedule a free consultation at The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, please call 845-324-8289 or email hnappilaw@gmail.com.

About Us

Prior to opening my own firm, I began my legal career as a paralegal in Cleveland, Ohio assisting in civil litigation and specializing in all areas of plaintiff’s personal injury. After graduating from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, I began practicing law in the state of Michigan where I represented injured drivers, passengers, motorcyclists and pedestrians that were involved in automobile accidents.

 

When I moved to New York, I specialized in real estate closings and had the pleasure of assisting the public and several Patrolman Benevolent Associations, such as the Rockland County PBA and the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, in the areas of Workers’ Compensation, NYS local retirement litigation, General Municipal Law Section 207(a) and 207(c), motor vehicle accidents, and other plaintiff personal injury matters. I also had the honor and privilege of assisting several 911 first responders in obtaining benefits under the NY Workers’ Compensation Law and the Victims Compensation Fund (Zadroga Act) which they so rightfully deserved.

 

Since moving to New York, I have represented claimants in NY Workers’ Compensation and plaintiff personal injury matters ranging from car/motor vehicle accidents, dental and medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, wrongful death, and slip/trip and fall. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband and two stepchildren, staying active, and volunteering at the Warwick Humane Society and Spike's K9 Fund.

EDUCATION:

  • Case Western Reserve University, B.A, Political Science, Cum Laude
  • Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude

ADMISSIONS:

  • Michigan Bar
  • New York Bar

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

  • New York State Bar Association
  • State Bar of Michigan
  • Rockland Women’s Bar Association
  • Rockland County Bar Association
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Practice Areas

Workers’ Compensation

If you get injured on the job, workers compensation is a type of insurance that provides monetary and/or medical benefits regardless of fault. It is important that you report this injury to your employer and seek medical treatment for your injuries right away.

Obtaining the benefits and settlement you are entitled to for a work-related accident can be extremely difficult as you could be getting denied the benefits you so rightfully deserve. I will do whatever it takes to make sure you get the benefits and/or settlement that you deserve for your injuries.


For a free consultation at The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C. please call 845-324-8289 or email hnappilaw@gmail.com.

Car and Motor Vehicle Accidents

It is shocking how many automobile accidents occur in New York per year that lead to serious injury and sometimes even death, so if you were injured in an automobile accident that was caused by the negligence of another person or company, you are not alone.


There are many different types of automobile accidents. These kinds of accidents can occur in a car, while using public transportation, as a pedestrian, and more.


If you were injured in one of these accidents and have suffered serious injury, you have the right to be compensated for your property damage, medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering. In the state of New York, there is a limited amount of time you have to bring a lawsuit against the party responsible for your injuries so it is imperative that you contact me so I can fight for you to receive proper compensation for your injuries.


For a free consultation at The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C. please call 845-324-8289 or email hnappilaw@gmail.com.

Slip/Trip and Fall

When you slip and fall on commercial or private property, the owners or caretakers of this property can be held responsible for failing to clean or warn passersby of any unsafe and hazardous conditions. If this happens to you it is important to report this incident as soon as possible so an investigation of the scene can be performed, it can be determined who is ultimately responsible, and once liability is established pursue compensation for your economic loss and your pain and suffering.


You can slip/trip and fall just about anywhere. Some examples of these places are: 

  • Slipping on water, ice, snow, food, drink, cleaning solutions, gasoline, oil or other auto fluids;
  • Tripping over broken or uneven pavement or sidewalk;
  • Falling due to broken or nonexistent lighting;
  • Falling or tripping into a hole; and uneven steps or height changes in floor.

In the state of New York, there is a limited amount of time you have to bring a lawsuit for your injuries so it is imperative that you contact me so I can fight for you to receive proper compensation for your injuries.


For a free consultation at The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C. please call 845-324-8289 or email hnappilaw@gmail.com.

Nursing Home Neglect and Wrongful Death

The decision to put a loved one in a nursing home is a difficult one, but it becomes even more difficult when that loved one is not treated with the care, dignity, and respect that they deserve. This can lead to serious injury or tragic loss of life.


Nursing home cases can be complex because they can involve multiple theories of liability, such as medical malpractice, but most of these cases fall under the theory of negligence. A nursing home is also responsible for the actions of its employees and have to answer for harm that results from negligence related to things such as hiring unqualified individuals; poor staff training; failure to follow procedures and protocols; failure to supervise; failure to follow orders; and inadequate facilities and equipment.

Due to the nursing home and its employee’s negligence its residents suffer harm such as:

  • Bedsores,
  • Fall, Fractures, and Bruises,
  • Dehydration and Malnutrition, 
  • Infection,
  • Weight Loss,
  • Medication Errors, 
  • Physical Assault and Verbal Abuse,
  • Wrongful Death.

In the state of New York, there is a certain amount of time you have to bring a lawsuit for the aforementioned causes of action so it is imperative that you contact me so I can fight for you and your loved ones to receive the compensation your family rightfully deserves.


For a free consultation at The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C. please call 845-324-8289 or email hnappilaw@gmail.com.

Residential Real Estate Closings

Purchasing a new home or selling your home can be exciting, but also a little nerve racking as real estate closings can be complex transactions that require an attorney to ensure that you and your home are protected during every step of the process. I will review every last detail of every real estate contract so that you will never be unpleasantly surprised at the closing table.

 

 

If you are looking to buy or sell a home, condominium or co-op, please call The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C. for a free consultation at 845-324-8289 or email hnappilaw@gmail.com.

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Testimonials

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“Abe Lincoln, Clarence Darrow, and Mary Jo White. Arguably some of the world’s greatest attorneys, but none hold a match to Heather Nappi. Heather Nappi represented me in a workers’ compensation case and has gone above and beyond since day one. She’s brilliant, trusting, and is thoroughly informative throughout the whole process. I don’t know where I’d be without Mrs. Nappi.


I was a bag of nerves during this ordeal and she was always in my corner fighting for my case whilst simultaneously keeping me at ease. Her professionalism, kindness, and courtesy is unmatched. Leaving you with a feeling of tranquil stability. Heather represented me for a year and a half, with her stellar skills, and exceptional lawyering she won me a 6 figure settlement. I couldn’t be happier with Heather’s services and I would HIGHLY recommend to anyone in need. I can never truly express how thankful I am for Heather Nappi, she’s amazing.”

-Joseph G.

 

​Case Results​

$2,250,000 – SLIP AND FALL and WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $2,250,000 settlement for a client who slipped and fell as

result of a cleaning company improperly cleaning the floor which led to neck, shoulder, and bilateral knee surgeries.   In connection with

this accident a workers’ compensation claim was filed and settled for $220,000.00 indemnity only.

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$1,000,000 – SLIP AND FALL – A $1,000,000 settlement for a client who slipped and fell as a result of an owner/landlord failing to

fix/maintain an exterior staircase which led to multiple back surgeries.  This settlement was the policy limits of the insured. 

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$423,820 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $423,820 full and final settlement for a client who slammed her hand in a locker and sustained injuries not only to her hand but also suffered from chronic regional pain syndrome that spread to other parts of her body.

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$390,351.96 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $390,351.95 schedule loss of use award for a client who tripped and fell injuring

his knee, hip, shoulder, and elbow. 

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$350,000 – NURSING HOME NEGLECT – A $350,000 settlement for the family of an elderly client who sustained pressure ulcers to her

feet causing a below the knee amputation and death. 

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$340,000 – MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT – A $340,000 settlement for a client who was rear ended causing injury to his back that required surgery. 

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$313,500.62 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $313,500.62 full and final settlement for a client who injured her hip, knee, and

back when attempting to exit her vehicle

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$292,500 – NURSING HOME NEGLECT – A $292,500 settlement for the family of an elderly client who was caused to fall injuring her hip

which required surgery. 

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$269,193.26 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $269,193.25 full and final settlement for a client who was assisting a patient and

sustained an injury to her back.

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$245,800.46 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM and MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT – A $245,800.46 scheduled loss of use award for

a client who injured his neck and both shoulders when another driver failed to yield to the right of way.  An additional $122,500 was

obtained for this client from the bodily injury and UM/UIM policies that were available. 

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$230,812.68 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $230,812.68 schedule loss of use award for a client who slipped and fell injuring

his hip, knee, wrist, and elbow.

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$225,830.88 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $225,830.88 schedule loss of use award for a client who tripped and fell injuring

her arm, knee, and hip.

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$225,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $225,000 full and final settlement for a client who was rear ended when stopped in traffic sustaining injuries to her neck, back, head, shoulder, and ankle. 

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$225,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $225,000 full and final settlement for a client who fell off a ladder on the job which

led to injuries to his neck, both shoulders, and foot surgery.

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$222,671.59 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $222,671.59 schedule loss of use award for a client who injured both knees and

his hip while attempting to restrain a combative individual. 

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$217,000 – MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT – A $217,000 settlement for a couple that were passengers in a car that was struck injuring their shoulder, knee, neck, back, and face.

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$202,717.86 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM and MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT – A $202,717.86 schedule loss of use award for

a client who was rear ended sustaining injuries to his neck, back, both shoulders, and both wrists.  An additional $87,500 was obtained for

this client from the bodily injury and UM/UIM policies that were available. 

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$200,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $200,000 full and final settlement for a client who injured his back and foot while

taking down racks.

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$200,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $200,000 full and final settlement for a client who was involved in multiple accidents

at work sustaining injury to his ankle, wrist, shoulders, neck, and back.

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$190,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $190,000 full and final settlement for a client who was assisting an aided person to

his feet which led to a back injury. 

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$188,522.10 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $188,522.10 schedule loss of use award for a client who fell at work sustaining

injury to his shoulder.

 

$177,372.50 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM and MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT – A $177,372.50 schedule loss of use award for

a client who was struck by a motorcycle injuring his knee, shoulder, and hand.  A $107,500.00 was also obtained for this client from the

UM/UIM policy. 

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$175,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $175,000 indemnity only settlement for a client who was pushing a disabled vehicle

to the side of the road and injured his back and ankle.

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$172,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $172,000 full and final settlement for a client who was hit by a vehicle injuring his

head, neck, shoulders, wrist, knee, and back. 

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$155,364.43 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $155,364.43 indemnity only settlement for a client who sustained permanent

injuries due to his exposure at ground zero.

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$153,079.20 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $153,079.20 schedule loss of use award for a client who fell sustaining injury to

her knee which led to a knee replacement. 

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$150,000 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $150,000 full and final settlement for a client who injured his head and neck when

he attempted to exit his vehicle.

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$150,000 – TRIP AND FALL – A $150,000 settlement for a client who tripped and fell in a hole which led to injuries to her back and ankle

surgery. 

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$149,103.39 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $149,103.39 schedule loss of use for a client who fell injuring his arm and wrist. 

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$145,000 – SLIP AND FALL – A $145,000 settlement for a client who slipped and fell injuring his fibula that required surgery. 

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$147,729.49 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $147,729.49 schedule loss of use award for a client who was walking across the

street and was struck by a car injuring his leg and foot. 

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$140,887.89 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $140,887.89 schedule loss of use award for a client who was attempting to

restrain a resisting subject and injured his knee and hip. 

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$133,865.00 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $133,865.00 schedule loss of use award for a client who hurt his shoulder while shoveling. 

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$128,203.83 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $128,203.83 schedule loss of use award for a client who was effectuating an

arrest and injured both knees and his arm. 

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$127,289.53 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $127,289.53 schedule loss of use award for a client who was attempting to

remove an injured driver from a crash and injured his arm.

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$122,463.36 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $122,463.36 schedule loss of use award for a client who injured her knee while

assisting a patient leading to a knee replacement.

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$121,060.66 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $121,060.66 schedule loss of use award for a client who fell down a step

injuring his knee. 

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$120,654.14 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $120,654.14 schedule loss of use award for a client who was pulling a tarp and

injured his shoulder.

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$117,672.93 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $117,672.93 full and final settlement for a client who was attacked by a patient

and sustained injuries to her arm, hand, neck, and back.

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$113,662.51 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $113,662.51 schedule loss of use award for a client who injured his arm while

training his police horse. 

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$107,408.25 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $107,408.25 schedule loss of use award for a client who was rear ended while

stopped at a red light injuring his arm. 

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$103,595.57 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $103,595.57 schedule loss of use award for a client who injured his hand and

fingers when a machine malfunctioned. 

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$100,000 – MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT and WORKER’S COMPENSATION CLAIM – A $100,000 settlement for a client who was hit by

another vehicle that pulled out in front of him which led to neck, back and shoulder injuries.  This settlement was the policy limits of both

the bodily injury and UM/UIM policies.  In addition, a $107,212.25 schedule loss of use award was obtained.

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$100,000 – MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT – A $100,000 settlement for a client who was hit by another vehicle that failed to stop at a stop

sign which led to multiple surgeries.  This settlement was the policy

limits of both the bodily injury and UM/UIM policies. 

Case Results

 

Volunteer Work

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I am the lead volunteer in New York for the non-profit Spike's K9 Fund.  
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Spike's K9 Fund was founded by James "Jimmy" Hatch, a retired U.S. Navy Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) and Purple Heart recipient.  Throughout his service, Jimmy experienced firsthand the lifesaving bravery of military K9s.  Inspired by these K9s profound sacrifices and in honor of his K9 teammates, Jimmy created Spike's K9 Fund, named after his first K9 partner Spike.  Spike's mission is to ensure that every working dog gets the gear, care, and love they deserve for their selfless service.​  

In 2022, I created the fundraiser Carnival for Canines to benefit Spike's K9 Fund and the K9s this organization protects.  To learn more about Spike's K9 Fund's mission and the Carnival for Canines click on the link below or contact me at hnappilaw@gmail.com.
https://spikesk9fund.org/pages/events

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Volunteer Work

Service Areas

I serve clients in the following counties in New York:

    • Dutchess County
    • Orange County
    • Putnam County
    • Rockland County
  • Westchester County
    • New York City


Contact Information

The Law Office of Heather M. Nappi, P.C.

2 Joyce Plaza, Suite 5

Stony Point, New York 10980

Phone: 845-324-8289

Fax: 845-343-0466

Email: hnappilaw@gmail.com

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