New York Construction Accident Attorney

Have you been seriously injured in a construction accident?

In the United States, construction is one of the largest industries and also one of the most dangerous. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), most U.S. professions have seen a decline in injury rates over recent years, but this is not the case with construction. Dangerous work environments, inadequate equipment, and poor safety precautions all contribute to the large number of serious injuries and deaths that take place on construction sites each year. Some of the areas of law and common construction accidents that we can help with include the following:

New York State Labor Law
According to state laws, workers are given special protection when they are injured in truck accidents due to violations of the law. If you have suffered injury from a construction accident, call our firm for an in-depth investigation into the causes of your injuries. Click here to read more about New York State Labor Law.

Machinery Accidents
Construction workers are required to operate and handle a variety of large machinery on a daily basis. Even a small error involving one of these large machines can cause devastating, if not fatal, injuries. Our firm is well-acquainted with the reasons for machinery accidents and we will fight for your right to compensation. Click here to read more about machinery accidents.

Unsafe/Dangerous Equipment Accidents
Have you been injured because of dangerous equipment? The state of New York has enacted safety regulations and measures to prevent these accidents from happening, and you may be able to file a claim if your supervisor failed to make sure the worksite was safe. Click here to read more about unsafe/dangerous equipment accidents.

Scaffolding Accidents
New York labor laws are very specific regarding the inalienable rights of construction workers and the rights of employers to provide the safest working environment possible. If you have been injured in a scaffolding accident, you need to enlist the help of a construction accident lawyer. Click here to read more about scaffolding accidents.

Welding Accidents
Burned lungs, skin, or other internal conditions can all occur due to welding accidents. These serious injuries may be caused by the negligence of the welder or because of an equipment malfunction, and you may have the right to seek compensation for your welding accident injuries. Click here to read more about welding accidents.

Logging Accidents
If you have sustained injuries from a logging accident, you are familiar with the devastating nature of these accidents. Logging sites are often located far away from medical facilities, and it takes more time for victims to get the medical help they desperately need. Click here to read more about logging accidents.

Cutting Accidents
Saws and cutting blades are used on a regular, daily basis by construction workers throughout New York. It is not uncommon for a worker to lose a finger, hand or limb in a cutting accident, and our firm may be able to help you seek compensation for your injuries. Click here to read more about cutting accidents.

Elevator Accidents
Have you been injured in an elevator accidents? Elevators are one of the greatest hazards on a construction site, especially in mining and excavating sites. Whether you fell into the shaft or you were injured by counterweights, our firm can defend your right to compensation. Click here to read more about elevator accidents.

Dumpster Accidents
As a construction worker, you will likely be required to move heavyweight dumpsters back and forth between locations. When a dumpster accident occurs, the victim may suffer severe injuries and even death. An experienced New York construction accident attorney should be contacted immediately after a dumpster accident occurs so that the victim's rights are protected. Click here to read more about dumpster accidents.

Nail Gun Accidents
Nail guns are powerful pieces of equipment that can cause serious and fatal injuries. If you were injured by the negligence of someone who was operating a nail gun, our firm can help you seek justice and compensation for your injuries. Click here to read more about nail gun accidents.

Falls from Heights
Construction workers are required to work at considerable heights while buildings or structures are being built. We have handled numerous cases where the owner or manager of the construction site did not take adequate safety precautions and a worker was injured by falling from a height such as a ladder, elevated place, roof or scaffold. Click here to read more about falls from heights.

Site Debris Accidents
Construction workers are at risk for incurring serious injuries from falling debris on a daily basis. When an injury of this nature is caused by the negligence of another worker, you may be able to seek compensation for your pain and suffering with the help of a skilled attorney. Click here to read more about site debris accidents.

Falling Objects
Falling objects pose a serious hazard for construction workers, and can cause significant and permanent physical damage. If your injuries have rendered you unable to work or move freely, you will likely be unable to work for a period of time. Contact our firm for legal help in recovering the financial compensation you need to survive. Click here to read more about falling objects.

Run-Over by Operating Equipment
Have you been run over by another worker operating equipment? This tragic and devastating accident can be the result of another worker's negligence or violation of official safety procedures. We are waiting to help you seek justice and the compensation you deserve for your pain and suffering. Click here to read more about run-over by operating equipment.

Electrocution
Workers on construction sites are at continual risk for electrocution from exposed wires or cabling. If you have suffered serious injury from electrocution while on a job site, it is important for you to investigate the possibility of seeking compensation for your injuries. Click here to read more about electrocution.

Fires and Explosions
Injuries from fires and explosions can have a devastating impact on the health and lifestyle of victims. If you have suffered burns or injury from a fire or explosion on your construction site, an attorney from our firm can help you investigate the possibility of recovering compensation. Click here to read more about fires and explosions.

Structure Failure
When the structure of a building fails, everyone who is working on the building at that time is in danger of serious physical harm. As a construction worker, the law protects your right to compensation for work-related injuries that result from design flaws, use of inappropriate materials and much more. Click to read more about structure failure.

Collapses
Were you injured when a building collapsed on you? The construction of new buildings is a dangerous process and if the building is not sufficiently supported, the construction workers are at risk for severe injuries. Click here to read more about collapses.

Trench Cave-Ins and Crush Injuries
If you or a loved one have been injured in a trench cave-in, you may have the legal right to seek justice and compensation against the party at fault. With the help of a lawyer from our firm, you may be able to file a claim under Labor Law 240 or 241. Click here to read more about trench cave-ins and crush injuries.

Compressor Accidents
The OSHA has enacted guidelines for the safe use of compressors because of their potential for danger to operators. If you have been injured in a compressor accident, you must take the appropriate steps to document your accident in order to seek compensation. Click here to read more about compressor accidents.

Labor Law 240 & 241
These laws provide protection to construction workers under the New York Labor Law. Section 240 demands protection for workers who suffer injury by falling from heights or from improperly secured falling objects. Section 241 states that property owners and contractors must provide reasonable protection and safety for all workers. Click here to read more about Labor Law 240 & 241.

Workers' Compensation
If you have suffered intentional acts of harm by your employer, or if you have suffered discrimination for filing an injury claim, our law firm will aggressively defend your rights to workers' compensation. You may also be able to bring a workers' compensation suit for an injury sustained by a construction accident. Click here to read more about workers' compensation.

Supervisor Negligence
Has your supervisor shown negligence regarding safety regulations and proper safety procedures for avoiding injury? If you have suffered injury from supervisor negligence, you may have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. Click here to read more about supervisor negligence.

Undocumented Workers
New York has a multitude of undocumented construction workers who work diligently for their employers and fulfill all that is required of them. When undocumented workers suffer injury from a construction accident, a New York construction lawyer from our firm will defend their rights to compensation. Click here to read more about undocumented workers.

If you have been seriously hurt in a construction accident, then you are well served by contacting a New York construction accident attorney immediately. You may be entitled to injury compensation from several sources, allowing you to pay for your injury-related expenses and other damages without significant financial impact to you.

Help for Construction Accident Victims in New York

Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnel & Ryan LLP have been assisting personal injury victims for over 50 years, including victims who have suffered construction accident injuries. Our focus has been to secure the highest possible compensation for damages for our clients, and million dollar results are not uncommon in our work. Under the direction of a New York construction accident attorney at our firm, you will be aided in your pursuit of compensation in your construction accident case from the following sources:

• The building or structure owner
• The general/prime contractor
• The construction manager
• Equipment manufacturers

Contact our offices today so that we can fight for the protection of your rights as an injury victim, and pursue the monetary awards you deserve after being injured due to someone else's negligence.

Contact a New York construction accident lawyer if you are seeking compensation for a serious construction accident injury and are in need of legal help.