BRIAN M. MITTMAN
Managing Partner/Owner
877-958-8737
“I have been working since I was 14. I have probably held at least two dozen different jobs and I’ve seen people injured and hurt. One of the reasons I got involved with disability law is that I have a very good family friend who has been disabled his entire life, and I’ve seen how he’s struggled in order to keep working and try to work. When I was presented with the opportunity to get involved with what’s called “disability law,” I was really thrilled to be able to not only practice being an attorney, but helping other people who really need to know things about what their choices are, what they can do, and what their future may hold.”
Bar Admissions
- New York State – January 1995
- Pennsylvania – March 2020
Areas of Practice
- Workers’ Compensation Law (State, Federal, Longshore)
- Social Security Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Personal Injury and Accidents
- General Litigation
Education
- Brooklyn Law School, Brooklyn, New York, 1994 J.D – Cum Laude, Richardson Merit Scholar
- University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, 1991 B.A. Political Science – Cum Laude
- Upper Dublin High School, Fort Washington, PA, 1987 – National Merit Honor Society
Professional Honors & Activities
- New York Workers Compensation Alliance, Board of Directors (2008 to date) click here
- Injured Workers’ Bar Association, Board of Directors (2005-2012) (Westchester County: Peekskill Regional Director) click here
- Society of New York Workers’ Compensation Bar Association, Inc., Board of Directors (2005-2010)
- White Plains Bar Association Board of Directors (2010-2014)
- The Coalition for Concerned Legal Professionals – supporting member
- New York State Bar Association
- Westchester County Bar Association
- Westchester Women’s Bar Association
- Justice Louis Brandis Legal Foundation
- Jewish Lawyers Guild
- New York State Trial Lawyers Institute
- New York County Lawyers Association
- Mt. Vernon Bar Association
- Institute for Jewish Humanities – Attorney of the Year 2006
Community Activities
Lifting Up Westchester – Platinum Sponsor, Gala Committee (2023) and annual supporting of the LUW Summer Camp – LUW provides life-changing support to people who have lost their housing or are struggling to meet other basic needs. For more click here
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Memorial Scholarship, LLC (Treasurer 2022-date; President 2012-2022) – providing higher education scholarships to children of workers permanently injured or killed on the job. Click here
Pediatric Cancer Foundation – regular supporter of PCF, helping to hold the hand of a child, especially when dealing with cancer, is truly a worthy cause. For more information check out here and feel free to make a donation.
Tourette Association of the Hudson Valley (Board of Directors 2018 – date)
Ophir Farm Home Owners Association (President 2010-2022)
Outside of the office, I coach multiple teams for my children including basketball, baseball, and soccer. I also am an avid ice hockey player and I skate for two teams throughout the year and encourage anyone to start in the wonderful beginner/adult program offered by Hockey North America!
Presentations, Speeches & Publications
Legal Publications
The Essential Guide for Injured New York Workers: HURT AT WORK Seven Things You Must Know to Get the Money You Need and the Benefits You Deserve (published 2022)
The Essential Guide for Disabled Workers: DISABLED FROM WORK Seven Things You Must Know About Social Security Disability to Get the Money You Need and the Benefits You Deserve (published 2023)
The 5 Deadly Sins That Can Derail Your New York Workers’ Compensation Case
The Disability Guys Guide to Navigating the New York Workers’ Compensation Maze
The Disability Guys Guide to Navigating the Social Security Disability Maze
Presentations and Podcasts
COVID-19 Survival Guide—What to Do If You Get Injured or Contract COVID While Working As a Nurse
When Is a Permanent Partial Disability Really a Permanent Partial Disability
A Lawyers Guide to Social Security Disability and Workers Compensation
How to Handle a Federal Social Security Disability Claim
Faculty Member, Lawline – As a faculty member and lecturer, Brian Mittman is the author and presenter of numerous continuing education courses.
The 2008 Streamlined Docket “Rocket Docket” Regulations – An Overview – Presented at the Injured Workers Bar Association Fall 2008 Albany CLE Conference
New York State Workers’ Compensation Law Update/Recent Changes, November 18, 2008 – Bronx County Bar Association
The Basics of Workers’ Compensation 2007 – Lorman Education CLE series
The Basics of Workers’ Compensation 2008 – Lorman Education CLE series
What you Need to Know about the 2007 Workers’ Compensation Law September 18, 2007 – Westchester County Bar Association CLE
The Basics of Workers’ Compensation 2009 – Lorman Education CLE series
Business Publications
How to Save Big on Workers’ Compensation with Insights From Leading Industry Experts
Get Them to Know, Like & Trust You
Latest Blog Posts / Videos From Brian
Frustration at Work Makes People Act Crazy
When you are injured on the job due to another employee's frustration or stress, your injuries may be covered under workers compensation.
Potholes: Problems Due to Snow this Winter
If you are injured while you're working, however, it's possible pothole injuries and accidents may fall under workers compensation eligibility.
FREE SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY SEMINAR – ATTENDEES WILL RECEIVE A FREE DISABILITY BOOK
Attend Markhoff and Mittman's free, live social security disability seminar and receive a free book about obtaining disability benefits.
DOT Veteran Hit, Killed in Truck Accident on Queens Construction Site
An 18-year veteran of the DOT was killed in a worksite accident in Queens on May 16th. Mayor Bloomberg personally called the family to extend condolences.
Hire Illegal Workers And Face Harsh Penalties
Who should be punished when illegal immigrants gain employment in the US?
New Efforts Aim to Prevent NY Work-Related Death from the âBendsâ
The NY workersâ comp lawyers of Markhoff & Mittman report on an effort by the MTA and NUMC to prevent NY compressed-air workers from experiencing the âbends.â
Workers Suffering Side Effects From Heart Disease Medication May Find Relief
New study results raise questions about benefits of popular medication used to patients with heart disease.
Two New York Cops Promoted After Injuries on the Job
Two NY cops promoted to detective after seperate shootings.
Jail Time For Employers Who Cheat The System
Payroll deception leads to jail time for one business owner.
New York Work Zone Accidents Remembered During Awareness Event
New York State officials gathered on April 6th for National Work Zone Awareness Week.
Workers Memorial Day: Honoring Workers Killed Or Injured On The Job
Remembering workers who have been hurt or killed on the job.