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Peter D. Rigelhaupt is a seasoned New York personal injury attorney with more than 30 years of litigation experience. Before joining The Perecman Firm in 2009, Peter spent over two decades defending attorneys and insurers in complex malpractice and liability matters. This experience gives him a unique understanding of defense strategy and insurance practices, which he now uses to secure strong results for injured clients. Since joining the firm, Peter has achieved numerous seven-figure recoveries, including: $5.5 million for a union carpenter injured on the job. $4 million civil-rights settlement for a woman wrongfully imprisoned after a coerced confession, following a landmark appeal to the New York Court of Appeals. Multi-million-dollar recovery for a bus driver after uncovering the liability of a national fast-food chain previously overlooked by other counsel. Peter leads the firm’s motion and appellate practice group and regularly argues before the First and Second Departments and the New York Court of Appeals. He has nearly 100 reported decisions in state and federal courts and has prevailed on numerous summary judgment and appellate matters. Known for his persistence and precision, Peter is dedicated to identifying legal opportunities others might miss and ensuring his clients’ interests are fully protected. Clients value his accessibility and direct communication throughout every stage of their case. Peter is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. His work has been featured in the New York Law Journal’s Top Verdicts in New York, and he is consistently recognized by Super Lawyers for excellence in advocacy. Outside the office, Peter enjoys traveling, golfing, cooking, and live music. A former disc jockey, he remains passionate about sharing music with family and friends.