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Bottar Law PLLC Receives Top Honors from U.S. News & World Report | Best Lawyers®, “Best Law Firms” 2018
Michael A. Bottar Elected Vice President of New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Aaron J. Ryder Elected Vice President of Onondaga County Bar Association
Michael A. Bottar Chairs Statewide Hearsay CLE
Samantha C. Riggi, Esq., Joins Bottar Law On October 26, 2015
Michael A. Bottar Named New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers “Rockstar”

Syracuse Medical Malpractice Attorneys

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For over 40 years, Bottar Law has exclusively represented
injured individuals and their families.

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Recognition and Awards

Recognition and Awards
Recognition and Awards
Recognition and Awards
Bottar Law:

Trusted for Our Outcomes.

Chosen for Our Care.

Where justice begins with clarity, compassion, and protection

When your life is upended by medical negligence or serious injury, you may not know exactly what kind of legal help you need – only that something went deeply wrong, and now everything feels uncertain.

That’s where we come in.

For more than 40 years, Bottar Law has been the trusted name in medical malpractice and catastrophic injury litigation across Upstate New York. But what truly sets us apart isn’t just the outcomes we deliver – it’s the way we walk with you through every step.

We combine nationally recognized legal experience with emotionally intelligent advocacy. Our team listens carefully, explains every detail, and stands beside you with unwavering support.

And we do it from a place designed to restore calm and dignity: The Historic Fairfield Estate – our landmark Syracuse headquarters, once visited by President Theodore Roosevelt and built for protection, strength, and healing.

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our focus:

Complex Cases.

Life-Changing Impact.

At Bottar Law, we don’t take every case – we take the ones that matter most.

Our Syracuse-based team focuses exclusively on medical malpractice, birth injury, and catastrophic personal injury cases. These are high-stakes situations where the outcome can shape a lifetime – and where experience, precision, and persistence aren’t optional, they’re essential.

If you or someone you love has been harmed by negligence, we bring the full weight of our knowledge and resources to fight for justice, accountability, and the financial security you need to move forward.

Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice

Surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication mistakes, and hospital negligence.
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Birth Injuries and Birth Trauma

Birth Injuries and Birth Trauma

Cerebral palsy, Erb's palsy, brain injuries, and preventable birth complications.
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Complex Injuries

Complex Injuries

Brain, spinal cord, nerve, and organ injuries requiring long-term care.
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Workplace Injuries

Workplace Injuries

Construction accidents, industrial injuries, and employer negligence claims.
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Accidents Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Accidents Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Car, truck, motorcycle, and other catastrophic accident claims.
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Product Liability

Product Liability

Injuries caused by dangerous or defective consumer products.
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Bridge Roadway Structure Failures

Bridge Roadway Structure Failures

Engineering negligence, structural collapses, and roadway defects.
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Premises Liability

Premises Liability

Slip and fall injuries, unsafe property conditions, and dram shop claims.
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Toxic Torts

Toxic Torts

Exposure to toxic chemicals, lead, asbestos, and hazardous substances.
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Litigation

Litigation

Commercial litigation and life, health, and disability insurance disputes.
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Governmental Negligence

Governmental Negligence

Claims against city, state, and federal government entities.
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The Historic Fairfield Estate:

Healing Begins in the Right Environment

History That Grounds. A Future That Heals.

Bottar Law is proud to welcome clients to its headquarters at The Fairfield Estate, one of Syracuse’s most famous historic properties.

Built 1865-75, it was the home of Andrew S. White, a prominent attorney and nephew of Cornell University’s first president. For more than 150 years The Fairfield Estate has served as a beacon of elegance and fortress of protection. It was a stop along the Underground Railroad. President Theodore Roosevelt was a frequent house guest. Gustav Stickley personally designed the landmark’s grand library.

Today, this Syracuse landmark sits at the heart of Bottar Law, but it is more than an office. It’s more than a historic landmark. It’s a refuge during one of the most challenging chapters of your life. We bought The Fairfield Estate so our clients can see that powerful and dignified injury representation is available in our community.

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About The Fairfield Estate
Why We’re Different:

You Deserve More Than a Fight – You Deserve to Feel Safe

When you’re living through trauma, whether after a surgical mistake, a birth injury, or a life-changing accident, it’s easy to feel dismissed, overwhelmed, and invisible. At Bottar Law, we do more than win cases.

We give people their voices back.

Our firm is built on a simple but powerful promise: you will be heard, respected, and protected every step of the way. We don’t just file legal motions, we sit beside you, explain the law in plain English, and help you feel in control again. We don’t rely on cold tactics or empty slogans. Instead, we show up with genuine compassion, elite legal skill, and a deep commitment to your dignity.

We know you’re not looking for the loudest law firm. You’re looking for the one that feels right. At Bottar Law, we’ve helped thousands of people turn their fear into clarity and their pain into purpose. This is more than legal help. It’s your path to feeling safe, supported, and strong again.

Meet Our Difference Makers

Stories of Justice.

Moments of Relief.

Since 1983 we have secured more than

$500,000,000

in recoveries for those harmed by negligence, but more important than the numbers are the stories behind them.

“ I cannot begin to tell you how grateful I am to you for your support and guidance throughout the last six years. You were my refuge of honesty and advocacy, and that gave me the strength to see it through.”

- P.T. (Medical Malpractice)
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