Winkler Kurtz LLP Cautions Long Islanders on Insurance Talks After Summer Accidents

Port Jefferson Station, United States – July 23, 2026 / Winkler Kurtz LLP – Long Island Lawyers /

PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY – July 2026 – With summer bringing heavier traffic, active construction zones, and increased outdoor activity across Long Island, Winkler Kurtz LLP is advising accident victims throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties to seek legal guidance before agreeing to any insurance settlement.

The summer season reliably produces an uptick in motor vehicle collisions, construction site incidents, and pedestrian injuries across the region. Elevated traffic volumes on the Long Island Expressway, Route 25A, and surrounding local roads – combined with ongoing seasonal construction and greater foot traffic in commercial corridors – contribute to conditions that result in a measurable increase in preventable injuries.

“Many accident victims make the mistake of speaking directly with an insurance adjuster before consulting an attorney,” said a spokesperson for the firm. “Insurance companies are trained to minimize payouts. Having experienced legal counsel review the facts of your case before you sign anything can make a significant difference in the compensation you ultimately receive.”

The attorneys at Winkler Kurtz LLP represent clients across a wide range of personal injury matters, including car and truck accidents, motorcycle collisions, construction site injuries, slip and fall incidents, and wrongful death claims. The firm approaches every case with trial preparation in mind, a method that reinforces negotiating leverage and supports stronger outcomes during the settlement process.

Under New York law, most personal injury claims are subject to a three-year statute of limitations, giving injured individuals a defined period in which to pursue legal action. Winkler Kurtz LLP offers free initial consultations and works on a contingency fee basis, meaning no legal fees are owed unless the firm obtains a recovery on the client’s behalf.

Founded in 1987, the firm has represented injured Long Islanders for nearly four decades. Multiple attorneys at Winkler Kurtz LLP have received Super Lawyers recognition, a distinction awarded to fewer than five percent of attorneys in the New York Metro area. The firm also holds BBB A+ Accreditation.

About Winkler Kurtz LLP

Founded in 1987, Winkler Kurtz LLP has served Long Island families and individuals for nearly four decades. The firm’s attorneys concentrate in personal injury, medical malpractice, divorce and family law, matrimonial mediation, elder law, and estate planning. Located at 1201 Route 112, Suite 200 in Port Jefferson Station, NY, Winkler Kurtz LLP provides free consultations and handles all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis.