Terrence E. McCartney

Terrence E. McCartney is a founding partner at McCartney Stucky LLC in Rye, New York. He advocates for victims of serious personal injury and defective products liability across the New York metro region. With decades of courtroom experience, he focuses on holding major corporations accountable for dangerous merchandise. His strategic litigation consistently secures multimillion-dollar recoveries, ensuring catastrophically injured clients receive the full financial compensation and justice they deserve. Additionally, Mr. McCartney has secured monumental seven- and eight-figure victories against global manufacturers and insurers. A pioneer in automotive safety, he litigated one of America's first air bag defect lawsuits and served as New York state liaison counsel in the Toyota unintended acceleration cases. His strategic litigation holds corporations accountable for catastrophic vehicle roll-overs and seatbelt failures, solidifying his reputation as a dominant trial attorney in high-stakes crashworthiness disputes. Mr. McCartney adopts a highly meticulous and comprehensive strategy for each case he handles, bringing together a dedicated trial team that is relentlessly focused on securing suitable compensation for clients who are enduring life-altering injuries. Instead of pursuing quick settlements, he emphasizes the importance of thorough preparation and strategic litigation, ensuring that every aspect of the case is meticulously addressed to achieve the most reasonable outcome for his clients. A graduate of St. Thomas University College of Law, Mr. McCartney applies relentless determination to his high-stakes practice. Licensed in both New York and California, he, a national federal practitioner, seamlessly navigates complex civil courtroom battles across diverse jurisdictions. He previously served as the president of the Attorneys Information Exchange Group (AIEG), a national organization of plaintiff’s attorneys focusing on complex product liability cases.