Michael Taub

Proven Verdicts
New York, NY

About Michael Taub

Michael Taub is a Partner at The Platta Law Firm in New York City, focusing on personal injury plaintiff matters. He prepares every case as if it will be tried in court, emphasizing attention to detail and thorough preparation as keys to successful outcomes. His goal is to ensure clients understand the legal process and how their case is being handled.

Proven verdicts and settlements

$32.46 millionVerdict

A Kings County jury awarded about $48 million to a Polish immigrant carpenter who was rendered quadriplegic when a temporary wooden staircase gave way at a Brooklyn renovation site, finding the building owner and general contractor liable under New York Labor Law. In March 2024 the trial court cut the $35 million pain and suffering award to about $19.5 million unless the plaintiff chose a new damages trial, bringing the award to about $32.46 million.

Kings County Supreme Court, Brooklyn, NY · 2022Workplace InjuryRead the full story →

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and depends on its own facts.

Practice areas

Education

American University, Washington College of Law
J.D.
State University of New York at Binghamton
Undergraduate

Bar admissions & credentials

State Bar of New York
State Bar of U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
State Bar of U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
State Bar of U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
New York State Bar Association
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
Westchester County Bar Association

Awards & recognition

Super Lawyers (2018-2024)

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$43.1 Million Verdict Against R.J. Reynolds for Brake Mechanic's Lung Cancer From Menthol and Asbestos
Kramer Dillof Livingston & Moore
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$265 million · The Amtrak 188 Derailment and the $265 Million Fund for Its Victims
Jacoby & Meyers, LLP
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$34 million · Jury Awards $34 Million After Prempro Hormone Therapy Causes Breast Cancer and Double Mastectomy

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and depends on its own facts.