Please read if you are deciding what lawyer to trust! Marc Breakstone provided more comfort and a peace of mind than I could have ever imagined. A little over a year ago, I was in a very serious taxi accident as a passenger- and almost 5 months pregnant. I was petrified for the health of my baby. I was completely overwhelmed with having to undergo a spinal fusion because my back was broken over several L sections. And I had an 11 month old at home that I could no longer take care of on my own. We had literally just bought a house 5 months before, and all of a sudden, I couldn't work. Everything seemed to crash around me when that taxi hit me. The overly happy and energetic person I knew I was, seemed to just be gone. The accident made me a nervous wreck and when I knew I would have to find a good lawyer to represent me and my baby, I was literally boggled of where to begin, as I have never been involved in a law suit before. I found 4 lawyers total that I read reviews on from the internet OR was recommended by family friends. I found Marc on some Google search- and that made me a tad nervous because I am a little more "old school" than that. However, I called his office and after speaking to him directly ( which was literally about 5 min after I called, he returned my message )....I instantly felt at ease with him. There is something about his personality that is very direct, yet patient with explaining options/ the law/ advice. And I know this sounds "cheesy", but I told my husband that evening that I felt like he actually cared about what happened to me. He really seemed to sympathize. So, I conservatively met with him and 3 other lawyers in person, and Marc was the only one I felt was both "down to earth" and at the same time extremely aggressive/passionate when it came to ensuring that my claim was heard properly by the parties concerned. We chose Marc to represent me, and I am SO HAPPY we did. Let me tell you this- If you want somebody that is approachable- choose Marc. If you want someone who will fight for you like he has known you for your whole life, choose Marc. And if you understand that you need someone who is that bit aggressive/confident in making his point, on your behalf, choose Marc. My husband felt that Marc would be a "lion in the ring " for us. He is just so energetic when you talk to him. And the results of our case showed he was. Its interesting to use the word "Settle" when you conclude a case..For me, on the daily context, "settle" means to just accept the mediocre....With Marc, I honestly felt like I recieved the best reward I could have- and actually more than I imagined. But if you are like me, and care about the reward, but just as importantly need understand what the heck is going on and need to trust that you can feel comfortable to ask your lawyer any questions/ concerns: Again- choose Marc. He will walk you through everything. He will also be in touch with you ALL the time. I never had to wait for a phone call or email back. I actually dont know how he sleeps because he was so responsive, it was so comforting. Also, I want to add that I live in NYC...I was hit in MA during a weekend away. So I was nervous having the distance away from someone who is representing me. If by chance that is you- dont worry about it. Marc is literally so accessible. I also dont feel like I could write this review without mentioning- Christine Roberts. Marc's executive assistant is a rock star. She reflects his standards of extreme professionalism with a streak of warmth. I could keep writing about all the positive experiences I had along the way with Marc, but I will sum it up this way. A very hormonal pregnant woman, with a baby at home, was hit by a taxi and had to undergo a 7 hour spinal fusion surgery, learn how to walk again, and deal with the pain of the accident/surgery thoughout her pregnancy while accepting the fact she could no longer lift her first baby, bathe him, clean up after him etc. The doctors and Marc Breakstone are two groups that I am so thankful for everytime I look at my two children now. Thank you Marc for being the best and just for being a good person. Your efforts make others have a better life. read more