At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, our dedicated attorneys assist injured workers throughout the greater New York City area with workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability claims. We care about our clients and are committed to advocating for your rights and interests. We understand that being injured and unable to work can impact all aspects of your life. Our team guides you through the legal process from start to finish and works toward the best possible outcome for your case.
Joe Nappa
Born in Brooklyn and raised in Staten Island, Joe Nappa is an accomplished workers’ compensation lawyer who has fought for the rights of injured workers since 1994. Joe is a longtime member of the New York State Bar, Injured Workers Bar Association, and Richmond County Bar Association. Joe was a partner at Helbock and Nappa, LLP, and Helbock, Nappa and Gallucci, LLP before forming workplace injury law firm Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, in 2020.
Over the last three decades, Joe’s legal skills and experience have helped him build an impressive track record of success in achieving positive outcomes for his clients. His unwavering dedication to being a voice for injured workers in New York has helped him forge longstanding relationships with clients and their families. A graduate of Monsignor Farrell High School and The State University of New York Oswego, Joe earned his Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School in 1990.
Chris Monterosso
Chris Monterosso is dedicated to fighting for hardworking New Yorkers’ rights. A native of Staten Island, Chris attended Xavier High School, Colgate University, and earned his Juris Doctorate from New York Law School. His caring yet tenacious style as a workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability lawyer helps take the weight off his clients’ shoulders so they can focus on healing.
As a member of the New York State Bar, New Jersey Bar, Injured Workers Bar Association, and Richmond County Bar Association, Chris’ wide-ranging knowledge and experience enable him to provide exceptional legal representation to injured workers and disability clients throughout the greater NYC area.
Vincent Scamardella
A seasoned workers’ compensation attorney and Social Security Disability lawyer, Vincent Scamardella has spent his career fighting for injured workers in the greater New York City area. A Staten Island native, he attended Marist College and earned his Juris Doctorate from the New England School of Law in 2010. Vincent also was designated as a Rising Star in workers' compensation law by Super Lawyers magazine in 2020 and 2021.
Vincent is a member of the New York State Bar and Richmond County Bar Association and was admitted to the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York in 2014. In addition to these certifications and accomplishments, Vincent’s experience as a workers’ compensation and occupational disease lawyer gives him a unique perspective on even the most complex cases.
Rolando Cubela
Born and raised in Astoria, Queens, Rolando Cubela has been a workers’ compensation lawyer since 2017. He attended St. John’s Preparatory School and graduated from Hunter College with a B.A. in Political Science in 2013. He earned his Juris Doctorate in 2016 and was admitted to practice law in 2017.
As a fluent Spanish speaker, Rolando is dedicated to helping Spanish-speaking injured workers obtain quality legal representation and protecting their rights to due process and workers’ compensation benefits. Many of the cases that Rolando handles are in the construction arena which tend to be very tedious and complex. Rolando’s dedication to provide exceptional legal representation to the Hispanic community, which he is a part of, is an asset to workers who find themselves in a time of great need. Rolando is also a member of the New York State Bar Association and Injured Workers Bar Association.
Types of Cases Our Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Handle
All our workers’ compensation attorneys at Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, are well-versed in handling workplace injury claims involving:
You can count on our workers’ compensation lawyers to protect your rights and act as your staunch advocates. Our team provides efficient, effective legal representation you can trust.
Social Security Disability Claims and Appeals
Our disability lawyers understand that being unable to make ends meet due to an illness or injury is stressful. Applying for benefits or appealing a denial can be daunting to do on your own. Our Social Security disability lawyers provide compassionate legal support and help you avoid common mistakes that can put your claim for benefits at risk.
Contact Our NYC Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Today
At Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP, you can rely on our experienced, responsive team to provide top-notch legal representation and services. For more than 30 years, our workers’ compensation attorneys and occupational disease lawyers have helped injured workers in Staten Island and the greater NYC area get the benefits they need and deserve. Whether you have questions for a Social Security Disability lawyer or need assistance with a workers’ compensation claim, our workplace injury law firm is here for you. Call us at 718-273-9000 or contact us to schedule a consultation.