Former Prosecutor Jeanine Pirro Files $250,000 Lawsuit Over Alleged Fall
Jeanine Pirro, the newly appointed U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, has launched a personal injury lawsuit seeking $250,000 in damages. The legal action names her hometown, the city of Rye, and utility giant ConEdison as defendants. Adding a notable twist, Pirro’s former husband, Albert Pirro, will be representing her in this legal battle.
The incident that sparked the lawsuit reportedly occurred on August 28, 2025. According to the court documents, Pirro alleges she “tripped and fell over a large wooden block” while in Rye, a city situated approximately 30 miles north of Manhattan.
The complaint states that this wooden block was a direct result of construction activities undertaken by ConEdison. The lawsuit contends that the block “constituted a hazardous, defective, dangerous and unsafe condition.”
As a consequence of what the suit describes as the defendants’ negligence, Ms. Pirro is said to have sustained “serious personal injuries.” These injuries are detailed as including, but not limited to, bruises and contusions affecting her head, eye, face, and shoulder areas. The legal filing further specifies that the septuagenarian was “confined to bed” and experienced a “loss of enjoyment of life.”
This alleged fall took place just a short period after Pirro’s confirmation as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, a role she was appointed to by President Donald Trump. The Senate had voted 50-45 to confirm her appointment prior to the incident.
A Familiar Face in Law and Politics
Jeanine Pirro is no stranger to the legal and political landscape of the Westchester area, where Rye is located. Before her current federal appointment, she had a distinguished career in local government. She previously served as a judge in a county court and held the position of District Attorney for Westchester County from 1991 to 2005. Pirro maintains strong ties to the region and owns a home in Rye, where she reportedly commutes on weekends.
Her role as a former Fox News host and a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump has made her a prominent public figure.
The Role of Albert Pirro
The decision to have her ex-husband, Albert Pirro, represent her in this lawsuit is particularly noteworthy. The couple divorced in 2013. Albert Pirro himself has a history with the legal system, having been convicted of conspiracy and tax evasion in 2000. However, in January 2021, with mere minutes remaining in his presidency, Donald Trump issued a pardon to Albert Pirro.
At the time of the pardon, Albert Pirro expressed his gratitude, calling it “a nice act on the part of the president.” He further stated that the pardon allowed him to “engage again in public companies which I haven’t been able to do previously,” noting that it had been 20 years since he had served his time.
Legal Proceedings and Official Silence
When approached for comment by The Independent, representatives for Jeanine Pirro, Con Edison, and the city of Rye all declined to provide any statements regarding the ongoing lawsuit.
The details of the lawsuit highlight a significant personal injury claim against municipal and corporate entities, with the legal representation adding a layer of personal connection to the proceedings. The outcome of this case will be closely watched, given Pirro’s high-profile position and her history in public service.
