Widely recognized as one of New England’s most experienced and esteemed personal injury law firms, SUGARMAN has built a nearly 65-year legacy of securing outstanding results for injured clients. With a relentless commitment to justice, the firm’s attorneys tirelessly hold corporations, individuals and insurance companies accountable for serious and life-altering injuries. Since its founding, SUGARMAN has remained Boston’s premier personal injury law firm, setting the standard for excellence in the field.
Continuing its decades-long record of success, SUGARMAN’s attorneys have achieved some of Massachusetts’ most significant legal victories. In 2019, the firm secured the state’s largest personal injury jury award, followed by the second-largest reported personal injury settlement in 2021 and the largest reported verdict or settlement in 2022. SUGARMAN’s lawyers are frequently recognized both locally and nationally for their exceptional work, earning distinctions such as Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, as well as prestigious inductions into the American College of Trial Lawyers—one of the highest professional honors for a trial attorney.
SUGARMAN has successfully handled nearly every type of personal injury case, including those involving defective products, explosions, fires, construction accidents, motor vehicle collisions, bicycle and trucking accidents, airplane crashes and premises liability claims. The firm also specializes in medical malpractice claims, representing individuals and families who have suffered due to medical negligence. Whether it’s a misdiagnosis, surgical error, birth injury or failure to treat a serious condition, SUGARMAN’s attorneys have the expertise and resources to pursue justice and secure meaningful compensation for victims of medical malpractice. With an unparalleled depth of knowledge and experience, all five of the firm’s Principals have established reputations as leaders in personal injury law.
Demonstrating its continued excellence, SUGARMAN has four attorneys recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for 2025 in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs: Neil Sugarman (since 1987), Marianne LeBlanc (2005), Benjamin Zimmerman (2010) and David McCormack (2021). Further, three of the firm’s attorneys have received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” award a combined six times—a distinction granted to a single lawyer per practice area and metropolitan region based on peer recognition through Best Lawyers® ballots. Neil Sugarman was named “Lawyer of the Year” in Boston for Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs (2010, 2015) and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs (2014). Marianne C. LeBlanc earned the title in 2022 for her work in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Benjamin Zimmermann earned the title in 2022 and again in 2024 for his work in Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs.
Beyond individual accolades, SUGARMAN has consistently been ranked Tier 1 in Boston for over a decade in Best Law Firms® across three practice areas: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs (2010-2025), Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs (2010-2025), and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs (2013-2025).
At SUGARMAN, personal injury clients receive the highest caliber of legal representation. The firm’s dedicated attorneys are committed to listening to each client’s story and providing personalized, compassionate advocacy. Their passion for justice is evident in every case they handle, ensuring that clients receive not only exceptional legal representation but also the attention and care they deserve.
